Should I go back? - YouLookFab Forum

I was keeping an eye out for some rose gold flat sandals (which seem to be rare this year), but ran across these and couldn't resist trying them on. Karl Lagerfeld at Lord & Taylor, and I have a coupon that will bring them down to $80, but the coupon starts today, so I left them in the store to ponder. I'm slowing my buying these days but these are very tempting.

The pros: They seem quite comfy, and I love this style. I've gotten lots of wear out of my Paul Green loafers which have a similar style. I like how the white and metallic colorblocking give a variation on that style with a bit more light/brightness.

The con: These would have come in handy for our recent weeks of cool, rainy weather, but today the tide is turning and we're heading into temps in the 80s which means I'm turning to sandals. So...it's likely these would not get a ton of wear until fall. They're a bit heavier/warmer than my other slip-ons.

What do you think? Worth going back for these?

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Angie

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Go back. You can wear them into Fall. They look fabulous.

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Veteran

Dittoing what Angie just said. They are fabulous on you -- and will work well for both the Spring and Fall shoulder seasons.

Elizabeth P

Agreeing wholeheartedly with Angie. LOVE them on you.

Also love those jeans... was thinking about them the other day, believe it or not. The one that got away....

Anonymous

Sorry to enable, but the answer is YES. Go back (only caveat is if they are comfy enough). They are so cute and could really elevate an outfit.

Mochi

Amazing shoes. Get them.

I saw them too and really like them. They look great on your foot too. However......they are kind of heavy looking for summer, and maybe you'll be onto something completely different for fall - who knows? I am playing devil's advocate here only because I've done that before (buy and put away) and then 3 months later look at it and find myself totally over it. I always think there will be something else that will seem equally fabulous down the road. Now from the other shoulder (the one that the devil is perched on) - the price is not much of a deterrent......;)

Janet

Ah, you all talked me into it! I was a little worried they are too much like the PG's, but looking at the photos, it's very clear that they have a different vibe. I really like how they look with the white denim jacket, and can see wearing these with my white leather jacket as well -- a nice way to bring in a touch of white in the bottom part of my outfits, since I gravitate so heavily towards dark shoes.

The devil on my shoulder agrees with lisap's devil. Such a deal! I say go for it.

Joy

Yes. They fit your style and look expensive. The toe cap and white sole lighten the heavy look that black loafers can have.

(thanks for adding the Find, Angie! On my phone so I couldn't do that myself.)

Maneera

Go Back! Right. Away.

These are super awesome on you.

AviaMariah

I love those. I'm glad you're going back.

rabbit

Yes, I think the white and metallic make them very different than an all black shoe, the shape is great, and if they are comfortable, a slam dunk.

RobinF

Love them, I would say they are definitely not for summer though. Also you said they are heavy, that would bother me so I would make sure they aren't too heavy for you. Certainly can't hurt to go try them again!

Joyce B

They look very different from the PGs and I think they are very much your style, you will enjoy them a lot.

rachylou

YES

Robin, good thoughts, but they're not really "heavy" per se. It's just that since they are made of leather, they are warmer and more substantial than my other slip-on flats, which are mostly either canvas or perforated leather, so a bit more ventilated in summer. For some people and some climates, these might be perfectly suited to summer, but I'll be more comfortable in them for fall and spring temps.

I ended up stopping back and getting the shoes on my way in to work today.

unfrumped

All I know is, I learned that I love partial metallic footwear as opposed to full-on. Cap toe, trim, vamp, that sort of thing. I will wear it when I just cannot bring myself to wear some all metallic, even some of the duller metal tones. I think it has to do with both being less on display and with bookending.
So these are fab with your dark hair but still as you say, lightened up.

Ledonna N.

Buy them

Tanya

I love them and say go back. They look perfect for early spring and late fall here.

shedev

nice shoes, I also like the roll on the Jolts.

Barbara Diane

Glad you got them. They are fabulous!

Firecracker (Sharan)

Glad you got them. They look great with that outfit, and I'm sure they will go with much more as well.

Another reason why these shoes are good for me -- I forgot until last night when I popped quickly into BR. There was a pair of really cute gunmetal and black platform pointed toe loafers (similar profile to my PG's). I tried them on and my heels promptly slipped out as soon as I took a step. I have this problem with a lot of slip-on shoes -- they are too wide, especially in the heel. So I kind of feel like I'm justified in pouncing on this style when I find one that I like AND it fits and is comfortable.

Now, just hoping that this style has some longevity in the trends. I was attracted to it the first time I saw it, so maybe I'll wear them even after the trend starts to wane.

Sal

I err on the side of not buying usually but even I would have said go back. I think having three colours in footwear makes them so versatile for mixing and matching with bags and jackets. I want them myself:)

rebekahphoto

LOVE! they are super cool. especially the metallic toe. they are tempting me too as I have been searching for comfy, cool & low !

Beth Ann

I think this style has longevity in your life, Janet -- it suits both your "style" and lifestyle. I love the way broader range of fashion these days!

Aziraphale

I haven't read the other replies, but never mind the sandals -- you need those! They are awesome. I love the pointy metallic toe. Even if they are too warm now, you'll get lots of wear out of them once the weather cools down.

dashielle (Ann)

Ooooh, those are great Janet! I bought the blue suede versions earlier this spring because I love a good pointy toed shoe and suede is more forgiving for wide feet. I think you made the right choice if they fit well.

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