Thanks for the positive replies and advice. Lyn67 thanks for the idea of a sock boot I haven’t got any and was wearing lug soles boots which made it all seem too chunky for me. LJP I wore cuffed straights too with boots in winter they suit the cold wet conditions better. One day I wore wide crops but my legs were freezing ! Brooklyn the jeans in picture 1 are from BaSh and are relaxed straight in ecru. The jacket is from Mango.

You've got great style Pirouette, all look terrific. Especially love the star blazer combo in # 3 and the drama and sophistication of the long black top in # 6.

My favorite is picture 6. Dress over pants is my all time favorite look! Your shoe and belt pairings with the jeans and tops are perfect!