WTW - is this okay? and is it SUP, UP, or ??

So, I bought these cobalt booties on a whim and everytime I try to wear them I feel they scream BLUE on my feet. I must wear or sell (too late to return), and this was the best I could come up with to tone them down.

Questions for you all (notice my anal numbering!):

1) Did it work? Can I wear this out? The tee and sweater dress it down, but the skirt is already dressier than I *need* for work.

2) if okay to wear, wear it with nude hose or with sheet black hose (like the one leg in the 2nd pic)

3) if okay to wear, the neck looks bare, but I'm a little weary of scarves, and not sure about a pendant. Do I need something? Any new ideas?

4) does this style fit Urban Prince, Sleek Urban Princess, or anything with a name? I'm trying to hone in on this to help me cuz this outfit FEELS like me and feels good on.

Thanks for looking, and any and all comments, ideas, suggestions, etc.

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13 years ago

Jules

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I like the outfit. I think the black stocking tempers the BLUE effect. I don't think you need a necklace as there is enough interest in the outfit. But if you have something simple in silver that would be my choice.

Angie

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SUP. Very nice

Great with the booties and I vote nude hose. Also, I'd make sure that the blue layering tee does not stick out from under the black pullover. Eliminate that high contrasting horizontal line.

Dana

I say keep the boots! They're cute and look comfy. I think you've got the start of a good outfit.

First off, I would do grey tights. It softens the look a bit more than black and is less contrasting with the boots.

Next, you definitely need an accessory for your torso. A scarf would be perfect. Think casual and cozy, not silky and dressy. If you just can't do a scarf, then several strands of long pearls or pearls and chains would work great.

Perhaps a belt would dress it up a bit. With a belt, you can go simpler with the necklaces.

You could also swap out the blue t for a collared blouse underneath your sweater ; however, I find blouses all scrunched under sweaters to be uncomfortable.

Have fun experimenting...I wouldn't worry about being too dressed up for work.. You'll look and feel great!

Isis

Love this! The bootie are great!

1) This works, venture out into the world! Not too dressy at all.
2) I like the nude hose best (with the sleeves pushed up as in #2--your bare arms bookend your legs.
3) Nothing else needed. I like the minimal look. Enough interest with the layers, dots, etc.
4) SUP!

MNsara

Thanks Jules - black hose and silver duly noted

Thanks, Angie - SUP really helps! That's definitely a direction I'd like to go! Makes me wonder if the skirt was replaced with slouchy trousers would it transition to Urban PRINCE?

Dana - great ideas! Most days my torso accessory is my work id -- haha! But you've given me lots to work on!

Susie

I don't think it needs anything at the neck but if you want to add a necklace, silver would be my choice.

I would prefer to see gray or black tights rather than the sheer black hose, which to me read more dressy than the rest of the outfit.

Overall, I think it's a great look and I love the blue booties!

Hey, Isis! Thanks for the scrunched sleeves reminder and the nude leg vote - gives me more options I guess!

Thanks, Susie - It looks like I'll have an outfit ready for later this week?!

Anonymous

They look great! Look at some of Shannon's looks for styling cobalt booties.

You'd also need a slightly roomier top for Urban Prince - just to split hairs

Suz

I love it! Agree with Angie's advice here. I think it looks great with the nude hose.

Vix

Hi MNsara --

I see what you mean about the BLUE but also why you're drawn to them! Be prepared for people to compliment you when you wear those babies out and about.

I'm with those who'd like to see grey or black tights to blur the contrast between skirt, leg, and shoe and create a nice sleek line. Remember you can always replace the skirt with pants and ease into the blue if needed.

Beth Ann

Sara:

Love this. I like the idea of nude hose plus the peak of forearm with scrunched sleeves. If It's cold (and you do like up north), I second the idea of grey tights.

What about a silver cuff for an accessory? I don't think an accessory is "needed," however. The blue itself is face framing.

This look is sleek and very flattering, too. Gorgeous boots!

It looks great! I do vote for the darker hose just because we really don't sport the look of bare legs in winter around these parts, so it looks a bit odd to me, like seasonally confused. However, I like both.

As far as the style, I'm quite confused about that entire thing altogether, so I'm of no help there!

kellygirl

Gosh, Sara, I love this. It is simple and so stylish. I love the blue booties on you with the nude leg. The outfit looks great unembellished--very straightforward and effortlessly cool!

ManidipaM

I'll let wiser heads answer your questions and just say I found this a truly striking, happy-looking and flattering outfit!

Amy

I have those boots and every time I wear them I get loads of compliments. They're one of my favorite things...so I hope you'll keep them. The outfit looks great as-is!

I see Angie has you all sorted out with your SUP outfit.

You don't enjoy wearing these with skinnies or straight leg jeans? Jeans, winter coat, scarf/hat to match boots and Bob's your uncle!

rachylou

Mm. Angie is very smart, esp. about the tee peeking out. I also vote for the nude hose.

I would have called the whole outfit UP, not SUP. To me, Sleek is slicker. But the tee tucked in makes a lot of difference in my mind.

I find the blue booties dressy in an informal way, if that makes any sense. I wouldn't wear a necklace, but I'd wear a bracelet with them.

Tina.b

Those booties are just great, will be so versatile. I like them with the nude hose, though it depends on the time of year and the event. You look lovely!

Fun to see the split preferences on hosiery! So, I might try both over the next couple weeks.

Thank you everyone for your input and great ideas for me to try!

Susie & BethAnn - definitely silver! And maybe a touch of it somewhere would balance (what I perceive as) the brightness of the BLUE.

Angie - thanks for the descriptor (SUP) and the UP hair splitting I can't believe how thick I am at getting this, but the more I see and hear the differences called out, I'm slowly absorbing it -- and then I can put it to use to stay on track or deviate on purpose

Vix & AJ - It's funny but I think BLUE toes look even BLUER on me. If that makes any sense! BLUE with black pants -- too dramatic for me. BLUE with grey pants -- too bright of contrast. BLUE with denim -- wrong shades of blue together. But maybe it's like my foil coated SILVER sweater and I'll get over the beacon feeling after a few wearings

RoRo

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Very nice! Maybe add some interesting earrings?

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