Oh, Wow, Lisa, that is great-- and i love the teal. And the price. The taunt for me is that something like this seems to need a dressier shoe, and dressy shoes and I just don't seem to be on speaking terms. Maybe a reasonably refined knee high boot, if such a thing is to be found?

agh -- it even has pockets!

I liked both of these on Simons website -- thinking of cozy, autumn-y looks that could work with tall boots and read relaxed luxe (ish) for a possibly outdoor fall wedding (and beyond) These might still be a bit aspirational though. I don't think either one has pockets...:-)

https://i.pinimg.com/564x/57/7.....ae0acf.jpg

https://i.pinimg.com/564x/06/3.....c81eda.jpg

Those are nice too - and tall boots make everything look better - I agree. Sorry about the dressy shoes conundrum

It really does force me to think outside the conventional box in these situations! That isn't necessarily bad, but it can limit my options.