This Monday I am in a
RED shoe kind of mood!
There is nothing like a pretty pair of rich, red patent shoes to elevate a basic outfit.
Sometimes we get so use to wearing basics, and neutrals we forget how a touch of a fabulous colored accessory will just make the outfit.
If you choose to wear this formula remember to only wear the color in one area.
Don’t try matching your shoes with your purse, with your jewelry, with your belt. I am sure you get my point.
Since
I am in a red shoe kind of mood I am going to show you some basic
outfits that are elevated with the addition of red shoes……
This is as basic as you can get, jeans, striped tea, trench coat , black purse, and just one touch of color in the red shoe. I love this look!!
LOVE this look and will definitely be duplicating this once I find the perfect red flat shoes.
A classic D'Orsay flat is timeless. (I am still on the hunt for some.)
Next
I am going to show you an outfit that has the nice addition of red, but
they over did it by adding a matching red purse. Just visualize this
outfit with a solid simple black purse. IMHO it would be so much better.
DON’T MATCH YOUR SHOES
WITH YOUR PURSE!!!
What I would change:
Definitely a black purse in the same style as the red, yellow gold for
the watch, and pearl studs for earrings. I dress pretty classic so these
pieces suit me better.
The collage below shows a range of looks. The red shoe is just the right addition.
I find this particular outfit stunning! I even like the color blocked purse in the mix. The reason it is working for me, is the purse is such an unusual and different look, it is unique so it works.
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Another great basic outfit elevated by red patent pumps.
One thing I have noticed is I seem to be drawn to red with a touch of leopard as well.
This
next image has a mix of prints, all of which I would wear. I wanted to
show you this option that is not particularly basic, but in my book it
works and I would wear this.
This
darling lady made a very smart choice by using a basic brown leather
bag with this mix, it works better than even a black bag would work,
just a little bit more interesting to the eye.
I know not everyone is comfortable with mixing patterns like this, but if you are, this is a darling casual outfit for you.
Back to Basics!
There is not one element in this entire outfit that matches, and yet it works beautifully.
This
is a good study in color, and texture combinations. In fact when I
found this post I was thrilled to see so many options that I loved.
Check it out HERE!
See how it works?
Now let me show you some red shoes that I really like…..
CASUAL
I actually have a pair of red ked mules
that I wear all the time, especially when we go to the beach in Carmel,
so easy to slip off to walk in the sand. These are an all time favorite
of mine.
Sam Edelman
makes a really comfy ballet flat, in fact I have two pairs of flats by
Sam Edelman, and they are beyond comfy. I am not an easy gal to please
on the comfort front, since my foot is so hard to fit.
CASUAL/DRESSY
I
found these to be adorable and I think these are a dress-up, dress-down
kind of shoe. I can see wearing them with jeans or a dressier option in
an outfit.
If money were not object these would definitely be on my shopping list……
As I stated earlier, I love a touch of leopard with red and this darling Kate Spade shoe would give me both…..
I really had fun writing, and sourcing this post. I hope this opens up some new possibilities in your wardrobe.
Keep in mind, it does not have to be a red shoe, for you, that is just what mood I am in, it can be any brightly colored shoe that you enjoy wearing.
Just remember the formula……
Have a very HAPPY MONDAY!! Whatever your mood is, just go with it!!
BTW: I WOULD wear one more red element with my red shoes, and that is the perfect red lip color. You can read about the perfect red lip color I found....
Here!!
BTW: I WOULD wear one more red element with my red shoes, and that is the perfect red lip color. You can read about the perfect red lip color I found....
Here!!
8 comments:
Kathysue, like the perfect red lipstick, a perfect pair of red flats or ballet shoes would cheer me immensely while in the midst of our wintry mix!
xoxo
Karena
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I love, love red shoes but for some reason I have trouble finding them. Perhaps they are more popular this year, but so far I haven't seen many. I am going to have to settle for a pair of red Tom's.
One of my favorite looks is a neutral outfit with a pop of color either with my shoes or handbag. A black outfit with red shoes…love!! Happy Tuesday, Kathysue ~
I have a pair of red flats that I adore! I feel so young when I wear them and I get great comments!!!
One of my favorite aspects getting dressed in the morning is..PATTERN!! You either "feel it" or not...my daughter for instance. She's the classic and I'm the boho! :) franki
Kathysue, I really enjoyed this post. You always inspire me and I really love your fashion style. You open my eyes and I can't wait to go shopping!
I'm not much into fashion, but I really like this look - the red shoes make such a great statement and elevate each of these outfits. And those Kate Spade shoes with the leopard print are pretty fab!
love these looks, K! red ballet flats were my signature shoes in the 80s! they always look chic. peace to you.
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