Colored Hose

I have read your posts regarding tinted sheers and I like them. My question to you is with green or burgundy, or any color other than shades of black, what color shoes do you suggest? Would shoes colored lighter than the sheers be a fashion faux pas?



Last year, I would have advised wearing neutral sheers like black, gray and taupe. For colored sheers, I'd have advised matching them to the shoes or the skirt. This year, things have changed. Although you can rely on the neutrals, and you can match the color of the hose to the stocking or the skirt for a smart look, even more combinations are possible. With a tweedy beige skirt, burgundy sheers would be lovely, and the shoe could be any neutral, like a light or dark brown croco. With green hose, dark pink is a great look.
Even light shoes, like a cream beige, don't limit your choices to lighter tights (sheer or opaque.)

So, what's the catch? The shoes and the skirt ensemble must be up-to-date. Don't try this with a full skirt and high profile kitten heels. That's a very conservative look that requires the retro rules (no lighter shoes, match to skirt or shoes.) And, of course, white, wide strap open toe sandals with a big buckle won't support sheer black stockings. I wouldn't say the same for gray suede roundies with a thick heel, or B&W oxford booties. The black, or burgundy, or green sheers would rock there.

To review: If you want a conservative look, keep the sheers neutral and the shoes darker. To branch out a little with a newly shaped outfit, wear colored hose, and match the hose to the shoes or the skirt. For a really modern look with the latest shoes, don't be afraid to toss colored hose of any shade into the mix. And, keep the ensemble pure. Don't try black sheers with last year's cream short skirt and light patent high pointy pumps.
Good Luck!