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Styling this dress for a wedding Update: bought shoes!

Sal

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In June I am off to a wedding - the dress code says formal but that will be NZ formal - not black tie. It is almost mid winter and mostly indoors - a second wedding for a special friend. It is in a boutique hotel in Rotorua.

I purchased this dress and plan to wear it. What footwear and bag do you think would work? I think hosiery will be needed so I think I need closed toe shoes. And what jewelry would you wear? I am confident black is perfectly appropriate but don't want to darken it down.

The dress has copper buttons - they are small but may affect other choices. I will either wear my teal wool coat, my caramel fake fur or a vintage fur cape.

I was thinking pewter heels with a tonal clutch and maybe sparkly earrings. And nude hose?

I have attached photos of my bags and heels - I think maybe new shoes and either an existing bag (I also have lots of options for borrowing a clutch so can ask friends and sisters).

Your input is appreciated.
Thanks Sally

ETA: after a lot of looking online and locally I ended up with black classic court shoes/pumps. Flat shoes are having their moment here and heels are not as easy to come by. Aside from black there was blush and rose gold- but I wanted something more classic as I see these being my go to heels for the next 5-10 years. I ended up with these lovely Italian leather pumps- really well balanced and comfortable. I will wear nude hose and some fringed earrings.

I did appreciate the advice and did a U turn as copper would have been perfect / but hard to come by in genuine leather at the mid heel height I wanted.

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Sal

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The box clutch is actually blue so I don't think that will work - I don't think navy and black in this context is right.

Jenni NZ

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Beautiful lace dress and cute buttons. I love the top back left of the clutches you show and maybe the caramel fake fur or vintage fur? A hint of gold or bronze in the pantyhose or tights? And yes, pewter shoes- or bronze, or faithful black. I agree closed toes might be best but you could get away with your heeled sandals x

Helena

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That dress is beautiful! A nude shoe would also work, as would your pewter idea. I like either of the lighter purses with it. Really gorgeous and fits you beautifully.

Sal

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Thanks Jenni - I can see this working too. I haven't bought closed toe heels in a very long time so it will be interesting to see what I can find. There will be dancing so I want to wear them prior!!

Angie

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The dress is STUNNING. Will you be warm enough wearing it in June in NZ, Sal?

I like the idea of nude hose, but don't think the open sandals will work with them. The closed toe black pumps are too severe for the dress although good with hose.

Sal

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Thanks Angie - it is an indoor reception with just the ceremony outside - when I will wear a coat. Venues are normally quite well heated.

I think new heels are in order - I have not added dressy closed toe heels for a very long time.

Sal

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Thanks TG - yes I could go for a nude too. If the buttons were not bronze I would look at silver too. I chanced upon the dress at less than 1/4 of full price - these things never happen to me!!

Jenni NZ

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You're giving me a fun task for later today- search my shoe sites for the perfect dressy, not too high, comfortable wedding heel for you! And all without spending any money!

Suz

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If you could find rose gold or copper or bronze heels that would be amazing with the copper buttons and your hair.

But a bright could also work -- red?

jussie

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That dress is fantastic! I think treating yourself to some new closed toe heels will be a good bet. I like both the metallic purses.... now to fin a shoe. I think the caramel fur coat would be lovely. Maybe look for some caramel shoes to match that coat? Or a soft gold (see Find) The metallic purses should tie in ok with that outfit....
Can't wait to see what you come up with.

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Jenni NZ

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Disappointed in Mischief shoes! But found two possible I Love Billy from Styletread below- only $ 77 NZ, look fairly comfy. Will look more for you for fun.

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What a pretty dress - and it looks fantastic on you . With copper buttons , I’d personally tie that in with any shoes or jewelry - with your hair colour it will have a great effect .

Jenni NZ

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I have another couple here from Hispanitas as I see you already own a pair. They are from Mikko shoes which you may or may not know- free shipping for April! Lots of other choices too.
The Sabians, while they have burgundy toes and heels, have a nice glint of copper in the pattern in my book. Sorry I'm probably enjoying this more than you will! Guilty as charged...
I am not sure if the other taupe pair is a wee bit too "old lady" in its shape, and that would apply more to me than you since you are 10 years younger or so

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Brooklyn

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I like the metallic bags (not black) to lighten up the palette and I think your teal coat would look great too.
Metallic or lighter coloured shoes.

Sal

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Thanks Brooklyn and Lisa - I think metallic is the way to go too. I was so delighted to see this dress - it met all my criteria. Suz - I agree red could look good but I think metallic might be more versatile in the future? But I think a red lip!! My lifestyle has little call for dressy heels but I think one stellar pair can be justified.....

Jenni - the I love Billy ones are fun! I like them. I will likely visit Dress Mart and see what is there.... at the moment my feet are pretty adaptable but I want something that is comfy for dancing too:)

Jussie - those are cute too! I think I will do a heel in this instance but I may slip my gold ballet flats on late at night if needed. Since we are staying at the hotel I think that would be easy.

Bijou

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Yes - one stellar pair of heels is definitely called for. With this dress, you are free to put any colour shoe with it, because it will work. I think you will have lots of fun finding the perfect shoe. Metallic is super versatile and would be my choice, particularly with your blonde hair.

I love this dress on you. It looks 100 times better on you than the model and is super versatile.

Sal

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Bijou - I doubt I would have bought the dress online if I had seen this pic!! I will have fun finding shoes!!

Joy

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Bronze or copper shoes seem like they would look best with your faux fur coat. Something to consider. The dress looks so much better on you than the model. I'd add sparkle with earrings and maybe bracelets if they work with your coat.

Lesley

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Your dress and sunglasses are adorbs. I would love to see with the green shoes and envelope clutch, or maybe the black beaded clutch?

Janet

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I agree with Suz and Lisa that some great pumps in a warm metallic to pick up the tones in your hair and the copper buttons would be perfect. Add nude hose, sparkly earrings, and on the of the lighter bags in your collection, and you’d be set! I agree with Bijou that the dress is way better on you than the model. But how nice that it will be a versatile piece to dress up or down.

kkards

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fab dress....love the idea of a metalic shoe, but i'd never rule out a basic black dressy shoe...

Anonymous

I was taken with this dress when you first posted the catalogue shot of it, but now that I see it on you - WOWZA!
I’m in agreement with the consensus there about warm-toned metallic accessories. But if you find the perfect shoes in pewter or a cooler-toned color, you could opt to change out the buttons for this event.

Anonymous

I’m with Lesley in liking the green shoes and some coordinating clutch.

But I can understand why you’d want a close-toe pair. Agreeing with you and others on a metallic shade.

Jenn

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That dress is gorgeous! I love the idea of champagne-colored shoes and bags that would play well with the copper...and your fur coat to bring the drama!

Like Angie, I worried about this being warm enough, and if the ceremony is outside, I do think closed-toe shoes are in order.

Sal

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Thanks all!! I am off to work soon so can't get distracted :). In summer I will wear the green sandals with this dress for sure. But in winter I feel hosiery and closed ties will be better. I will look around for something in the metallic spectrum - i am sure there will be something.

I wear summer heels a fair bit, and heeled boots. I own two pairs of heeled shoes - one are 9 years old and one 17!! I like them both but and wear the 9 year old ones for work but they are not what I want for this special occasion. So a pair of gorgeous heels will fill a small hole and have longevity I hope. I think elegant rather than trendy.

I will post a pic once I find them!! We have an outlet mall, several shoe retailers and a few stores offering shoes as well as clothes - plus online of course. I

Jenni NZ

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Sal try Hannahs. I'm about to go to work too, but saw two great options on-line at Hannahs for you last night. You surely have a store in Hamilton?

Sal

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Yes we do:). Hannah's Ziera Merchant plus one or two others. I need to get my son new school shoes so will definitely be at Hannahs!!

Jenni NZ

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Hi Sally just in case they are sold out in your Hannahs branch, and since I don't know your size, here are pics. The paler one is more the colours of your buttons, it is Supersoft by Diana Ferrari. The more bronze one is Hush Puppies Standout. I thought they were both really pretty and not too high, but don't know how you would feel about slingbacks. I am going to stop looking now but had fun doing so. I wish you luck with your search!

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Staysfit

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I like Jenni NZ’s pick for shoes above. She knows her shoes! It would work with the buttons on the dress. I need to chime in and complement you on the dress! You look stunning in that dress! Wow!

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