Pres, the bootie trend seems to still be in full force, but how do you take full-advantage of the trend without looking like a walking WTNW? Thanks!
Siepres
They're tricky. Booties are low boots that end somewhere around the ankle. I bought a pair two years ago, but they didn't get much wear. I see that the mainstream trends have caught up, and I have high hopes for this Fall/Winter.
Like everything else, booties require the right body shape, and the right support outfit.
About the body, evaluate how you will look with a horizontal break across your leg at the height of the bootie. Yes, there are folks who rock this look. Sometimes, the boot helps with camouflage of a wide ankle. Pants make it really easy, if they are the correct length, since the hem of the pants will determine the break line, but I don't think that's what you're asking. Just in case you are, remember: not too short!
A really up-to-date outfit is needed. If you try to mix booties with an old, embroidered full skirt in a passe print or color, it'll be a dumpy look. And sheer skin tone hose are right out! The booties require tights. Consider textures or stripes; perhaps in a monochromatic look to minimize the leg shortening effect. A Winter outfit with booties could include a big coat with a swingy hem.
Notice how much this outfit has been improved by the Booties. And see the modern elements: a wide belt, a pencil, a hobo bag, and a cardi.
Booties require attitude. Go for it.
Thursday, August 7, 2008
Wearing Booties
Posted by Pres at 6:23 PM
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Thanks Pres! I did not like the trend at first, and in some looks, I'm still not crazy about it. BUT, I've seem some really stellar outfits, like the one you posted, that look wonderful with booties! I really like something like this:
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2946690/0~2376778~2372811~6012708?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6012708&P=1
I figure if the trend doesn't stick around long, I can always wear them under pants for a while.
Thanks again!
Siepres
Good Morning, Everyone! Great question, Siepres~I've been seeing/noticing the rise of the bootie go lower, and turn into the oxford-type shoe more than the higher rise bootie. It may just be my own preference but I think it looks more flattering and leg-lengthening than the short bootie, which, with the wider area around the ankle, leaves it a bit...odd silhouette-ish when worn with a skirt. I agree with Lucky's statement that is very hard to pull off a pencil skirt with a flat unless you have a body shape that isn't very curvy, you have to have long legs too, darn it. (humming: *not for me, not for me*)
Here is what I've been seeing a lot of and I confess although I have balked at the bootie (and actually realllly disliked it the first two years) i am crazy about this new style and would almost dare to consider it myself with a dark opaque hose with some texture worn with dresses or skirts in a monochromatic manner.
here are some examples from the same website:
http://www.bananarepublic.com/browse/product.do?cid=40651&pid=588020&scid=588020012
http://www.bananarepublic.com/browse/product.do?cid=39292&pid=588085
Have a lovely day, everyone~
Ileana
Hi Ileana and Siepres,
I love the booties! Ileana, the ones you posted look like a style that most everyone could wear. I see your point too about the lower profile of the shoe and the effect of lengthening the leg while still being a bootie. Very nice!!
Vava
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