WIW - Another cropped with boots

I tried these cropped pants once before and wasn't really happy with the outcome. I got a lot of great feedback and suggestions and decided to give them another try. This time I paired them with a dark charcoal Lord & Taylor shirt and the hibou purple boots that Lisa found. Getting the boots was an adventure but that is another story. I added a few accessories in black/silver. I could tell as soon as I put the pants on that I had gained a few pounds as they aren't as slouchy but still in the realm of okay. I will get back on my whole30 now that the Vegas trip is over and that should take care of it.

Please treat this as an outfit lab. I am not overly invested in the look so feedback and critique is most welcome.

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by cheryle (Dianthus)

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Hudson's Bay

LORD & TAYLOR V-Neck Blouse

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8 years ago

Joy

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I wonder if boots that are low contrast with the pants would make you happier. It may be that my eye just has not adjusted to this length pant.

abc

I think it is fashion forward and I love the color palette on you. I wished for something in the top half the same color as the boots (or close) to anchor it but that is just my type A matchy gene flaring up again.

I need to do whole30 just can't get myself over the hump from planning to DOING it.

Anonymous

Love your outfit Cheryle! I really like your shirt and necklace. the combo really suits you. The pants add interest, and the boots, a dash of colour.
I like that you've mixed more feminine elements on the top with more masculine elements on the bottom.

Colette

From the picture the boots seem too casual for the pants. But I love the color palette and it looks great on you.

Angie

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Fashion Stylist

Nice. Fashionable.

MTBGirl

I like it. Love that shirt and necklace on you! Though I might prefer a non-black belt. Maybe white? or maroon?

Suz

It works for me! Waving at my boot triplet.

Firecracker (Sharan)

Yes! I have the tendency abc describes, too. I would consider adding another item in the burgundy family, maybe a bag. I love your choice of necklace, and this blouse is so perfect with the pants. I wouldn't want to change any of that. And a burgundy belt would be too distracting, imo. That's the reasoning behind my suggestion of picking up the color in a bag, if at all.

cheryle (Dianthus)

Thanks everyone. Sorry to have posted and ran but I am taking the bus to work now and have to rush. It was a busy day and my bus home was 20 minutes late. Ack. I had a friend coming for dinner and only had 30 minutes to prep.

ABC and Firecracker, I did put on a necklace in similar colors to the boots but felt it was too chunky so switched it for a neutral metallic.

Joy, do you think black would be higher or lower contrast with the pants? They have black detail but are predominantly white. Maybe a grey would be better.

Suz, with Lisa, Crackers, you and I that makes quads.

lyn67

I think Joy suggested some white (or light grey, tan etc.) boots for low contrast legline, but repeating the burgundy in another clothing item will also help, say a burgundy wrap/poncho, coat over, or even a bag:-). Nice pants, love them!

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