Shoe battle: Seychelles vs Payless

1) For the longest time I've avoided ankle strap shoes because I thought the straps would only highlight how skinny my ankles are, which I find unflattering. I saw these Seychelles pair a while back in Lucky magazine and when I came across them at Nordstrom Rack, I decided to try them on. I actually think they help my ankles not look so weird. Thoughts?

2) I admire heels from afar and often wish I can wear the cute platforms I see all over the place. This Payless version has a nice cushioned insole and didn't rub or hurt me when I tried them on. Thoughts?

3 & 4) Do these both work or should I get rid of a pair?

Also, what do we think of the thrifted Banana Republic black stretch denim skirt? I'm thinking of using it to replace the shorter denim skirt in #5. Get rid of 5 or keep them both?

Thanks for your help!

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Scarlet

It's all working to my eye, AJ. Your hair looks so pretty!

KikiG

I love both the skirts on you, and I think the longer one is a good keep for fall. The proportions are so nice with that belted top. Can you have both pairs of shoes? If I had to pick just one, I'd choose the ankle straps. And what Scarlet said--your hair is beautiful!

Vicki

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AJ, like KikiG said, I like BOTH shoes; so, I'd say keep both of them, because they offer different looks. I really like the skirt in #3 and #4. It really looks nice on you.

rae

I like it all, so I hope you weren't counting on getting rid of anything!

Active Member

Like others have said, it all looks good to me. I don't think your ankles looks strange at all in those cute Seychelles. The skirt looks like a nice fit, and a little better for fall than the shorter denim skirt. If you still love the shorter skirt, why not keep it for the cooler months?

Vildy

Don't you have the kind of ankles we're all trained to *wish* we had?! Not a thing
"too skinny" about those. You're lovely top to toe.

Joining in the chorus of keep it all. Everything looks great here. I have quite skinny ankles and have always loved ankle straps! Funny.

Shu

I have similar ankles and went through a phase in high school where I tried to disguise them - then came to my senses and realized that shapely slender ankles are actually a good thing, silly rabbit! Your legs and ankles really are lovely, and both shoes are pretty, but the ankle straps are very flattering. I also like both denim skirts if you have room for both, but prefer #1 if you have to decide.

Oh my, you all are so kind about my ankles! They were always skinny from the start, but I'm noticing in the last couple of years, that they are starting to have a more pronounced inward curve and look more like my mother's. An aging sign? (Sigh)

I'm so glad that both shoes are getting approval because I do like them!

The shorter skirt just seems even SHORTER when I sit, so I think I wiill try them out with leggings this fall/winter and see if I want still want to keep. (Plus my knees are aging too and probably should be kept under wraps.) : P

JennyK (NC)

I also like everything but actually prefer the Payless shoes on you! I like both skirts too and think the shorter one will still be great for summer and fall/spring with some leggings.

JennyK

Jonesy

I like the first pair of shoes a lot--they seem like you, somehow. I like the slingback pumps too, but they seem less like you, if that makes any sense :). I like both skirts. And, I also want to put in a plug for your ankles--they are not "too skinny" or anything else! They are lovely and go perfectly with the rest of you.

Turkey Vulture

I LOVE Seychelles shoes...they are comfortable, super stylish, and well made. All my Seychelles pairs have lasted for years. They're worth keeping.

Payless shoes are more throwaway for me...they don't tend to hold up for years of use. But they're inexpensive, so that's all right. If you think you'll get a lot of use out of the black heels, keep 'em!

Personally I like the BR skirt better, and you probably won't get a lot of use out of two such similar skirts if you keep them both. i think the BR one looks newer, neater, and more flattering on you. I say it's the keeper!

JennyK - No surprise that you like the heels better. Hee-hee!

Jonesy - Yes, the ankle strap pair is more me because it's comfortable and girly. I just haven't been able to express the heel wearer in me because I can't find comfortable heels. These have a 1/2" platform and a 3" heel so that makes it a wearable 2.5" overall. A rare find PLUS Payless pricing, I can happily play dress up! : )

Turkey Vulture - I haven't yet had a chance to meet you. Welcome!
Yes, this Seychelles pair is so comfortable. I was keeping my fingers crossed that I would get good feedback on the ankle straps. The Payless heels were on sale for $8 so I'm going to keep for dressy outfits. Plus I have narrow heels but a regular width, so the fact that these are slingbacks was another bonus!

Deborah

Not helping but I love both pairs of shoes and both skirts :). Both pairs of shoes are very flattering. The sling backs could be great shoes for when you want to add some height and dress something up a bit.

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