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What to Pair With a Full Yellow Skirt

February 4, 2008

Q. I’m 16 years old and live in Nebraska. This is not exactly the fashion capital of the states, but I still like to be chic and stylish. What can I do with a yellow, brushed cotton, just above the knee yet full, pleated skirt?
-Skirting

A. Your skirt is probably a little too “light” in fabric for cold winters in Nebraska, but once the temperature hits 60, you can start showing it off with bright tops to give the look rich contrast and tanks and short sleeves shirts with sandals when summer arrives.

I like pairing brights together:

1. Jeanne Top, $24.50 at delias.com
2. Free People Bunny Hill Thermal, $29.99 at urbanoutfitters.com
3. Seamed 3/4 Knit Top, $35 at armaniexchange.com

When Spring/Summer hits, match the hues with a simple top underneath a cardigan:

1. Zip Front Logo Cardigan, $98 at armaniexchange.com
2. Deep V-Neck Polo, $60 at armaniexchange.com
3. Cable Brushed Ruffle Henley, $29.99 at urbanoutfitters.com
4. Jasmine Butterfly Top , $22.50 at delias.com
5. Julia Shirt , $32.50 at delias.com
6. Sequin Bow Back Racer Top, $19.50 at wetseal.com

Python Dress and Shoe Clueless

February 1, 2008

Q. I recently bought an amazing python-skin sheath dress. The problem is, I do not know what type or color shoes to wear or what type of accessories would be best to show off this magnificent dress. I am 5’2" and a size 4. I love heels.
-Bare Feet Chic

A. Well, enjoy these suggestions from full pump to open toe to strappy heel depending on where and when you plan to strut your sassy self in your hot new dress.

1. Steve Madden Treason, $90 at piperlime.com
2. Cynthia Vincent Anna, $350 at piperlime.com
3. BCBG Max Azria Maroca, $230 at piperlime.com
4. Charles by Charles David Muse, $79.99 at onlineshoes.com

Shoes to Pair with Burgundy Velvet

January 31, 2008

Q. I read with great interest almost all of the shoe related questions on your site. While I did learn a lot, thank you, I could not find the answer to my question. We are going to my Niece’s wedding in mid-January. I found a lovely burgundy, sweetheart neckline, velvet skirt suit. I just love it. I have a pair of black velvet pumps, but they just don’t look right. I’ve seen some burgundy suede wedges that I like and also black patent leather mid-heel pumps. Could you please share your expertise on shoe color and material(s) that would go best with that burgundy skirt suit?
- Shoe Stressed Aunt in Michigan

A. Velvet and velvet is too much velvet. And don’t get yourself stuck trying to match burgundy colors, feel free to play up a different burgundy hue. My suggestion would be a black or bronze heel with a satin, suede or patent leather fabric or perhaps something in a pattern with an added detail on the front of the shoe. Skip the wedge, if you plan to dance, wedges don’t allow a person to really strut their stuff.

What to Pair With a Black and Brown Skirt

January 30, 2008

Q. I recently bought the Backyard Garden Skirt from Anthropologie but I’m a bit unsure of what I can pair with it - both on top and on bottom. Never before did I think that brown and black could go together, but I see that both colors are on this skirt. Does this mean I can wear black shoes with it? Can I wear tall black boots? And would I wear opaque or sheer tights? For the top, do I have to find a shirt that matches one of the colors on the skirt, or can it be a completely different color? I’m kind of lost on this one! Any advice you can give would be great. Thank you so much for your fantastic column!

-Color Combo

A. There are multiple ways to wear this skirt since there are several colors in the pattern. You can certainly wear black or brown opaque tights with matching color boots or heels on your bottom half during winter months and come spring you can lighten up the look with bare legs and sandals. You can go classic with solid tops in any of the colors picked up from the skirt. You may even want to try a grey, black or brown top and grey patent leather heels. Or choose the peachy color to add brightness to the outfit. And if you are truly daring, choose a top with a subtle pattern from one of the skirt colors or choose a pale solid color like seafoam.

Tangerine and Sand

January 29, 2008

Q. I need help to figure out what type and color of shoes to wear as a bridesmaid for a beach wedding in Key West. My dress is a tangerine color and is from JCrew.
-Tangerine Dream

A. Beach weddings are always tough in the sandal department. We all want to look our best and heels guarantee a good looking leg, but sand impedes that choice. The other way to look at it is you get to be more casual and dance barefoot. So before you kick off your sandals and go barefoot for the reception, choose a flat fancy sandal with a little gold embellishment.

1. Mystique 1919, $130 at piperlime.com
2. Nine West Rosmarie, $82.95 at zappos.com

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