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I think those are super-cute, Genie. I would pair them with something masculine or edgy, as they are so girly (in a good way), but I think your style is more feminine than mine, so they will probably fit into your wardrobe beautifully! And the style highlights your lovely ankles. . . .
Did that sound weird?
 
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Genie27 said:
A brief interruption on the garden conversation (I will join that later today), for an opinion on these shoes - for wearing in that odd season between winter boots and summer sandals.

I only have a couple of ballet flats and ankle boots (all black) for this bridge season, and need a moderate heel and ankle strap of some sort. I absolutely cannot wear pumps - this is the closest option I have found. SW shoes do not fit my feet at all.

I'm a bit concerned about the patent leather being comfortable. The other option I have in this category are the rockstuds - if I can just wear them out instead of keeping them for dressy events only. It's between these and the tan Jimmy Choos I posted earlier. But those are strictly summer.

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They are cute. A little too girlie for my taste but we all know that I'm boring.
 
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Genie27 said:
A brief interruption on the garden conversation (I will join that later today), for an opinion on these shoes - for wearing in that odd season between winter boots and summer sandals.

I only have a couple of ballet flats and ankle boots (all black) for this bridge season, and need a moderate heel and ankle strap of some sort. I absolutely cannot wear pumps - this is the closest option I have found. SW shoes do not fit my feet at all.

I'm a bit concerned about the patent leather being comfortable. The other option I have in this category are the rockstuds - if I can just wear them out instead of keeping them for dressy events only. It's between these and the tan Jimmy Choos I posted earlier. But those are strictly summer.

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LOVE those Genie.
 
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These are the other ones that could work - but they are a much higher heel.
http://www.saksfifthavenue.com/main/ProductDetail.jsp?FOLDER<>folder_id=2534374306643410&PRODUCT<>prd_id=845524447080349&R=400935966714&P_name=Christian+Louboutin&N=306643410&bmUID=lM.jtKL#tab-group

The Pradas are very girlie - I do dress very femme, but don't want to veer into little-girl. The nude/pink + strap + flower, could easily go that way, but I could see it with tailored shorts/skirts/dresses, solid tights. These did not get much love from my guy friends, and they are more expensive than the tan Choo sandals which everyone loved.

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Genie27 said:
These are the other ones that could work - but they are a much higher heel.
http://www.saksfifthavenue.com/main/ProductDetail.jsp?FOLDER<>folder_id=2534374306643410&PRODUCT<>prd_id=845524447080349&R=400935966714&P_name=Christian+Louboutin&N=306643410&bmUID=lM.jtKL#tab-group

The Pradas are very girlie - I do dress very femme, but don't want to veer into little-girl. The nude/pink + strap + flower, could easily go that way, but I could see it with tailored shorts/skirts/dresses, solid tights. These did not get much love from my guy friends, and they are more expensive than the tan Choo sandals which everyone loved.

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I think the cut of the louboutins gives them a grown up edge that balances the girliness. But if the heel is too high that's a no go.
 
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They are a definite statement shoe, Genie, so if you're seeking something that's a sort of basic, go-to style, these are probably not it. Pink patent leather Mary Janes with crystal flower buckles. . . . adorable, but definitely the focus point of an outfit, IMO. But I love statement everything. Just not all at once! :D
 
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PbP is right, the Loubs (that link didn't work for me so I assume you mean Miss Kawa 85) would be a way to get that squared-toe, blocky heel shape, but are more conservative. It just depends on what thrills you (and is comfortable). I'd totally wear the pink Mary Janes in a heartbeat, but then I'd play it straight with the rest of my outfit--nude hose, solid knee-length pencil skirt, solid tailored blouse, maybe a plain long rope of pearls. I think your bling can come any way you want it, with jewelry, color, shoes, bag, makeup, or clothing details like pattern, buttons and pockets, whatever...that's what defines your style. But...I agree with Mindi, I think a gal only gets one "bling" piece per outfit or she can end up looking like a caricature.

Edit: Having said that, my wardrobe foundation pieces are very basic black, gray, camel, taupe, and basic conservative shapes. So I like a cool retro shoe, or brooch, or some dramatic piece like a cape or fringed suede jacket to add some panache. I think it's just figuring out where your focus will be in any given outfit.
 
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prepster said:
PbP is right, the Loubs would be a way to get that squared-toe, blocky heel shape, but are more conservative. It just depends on what thrills you (and is comfortable). I'd totally wear the pink Mary Janes in a heartbeat, but then I'd play it straight with the rest of my outfit--nude hose, solid knee-length pencil skirt, solid tailored blouse, maybe a plain long rope of pearls. I think your bling can come anyway you want it, with jewelry, color, shoes, bag, makeup, or clothing details like pattern, buttons and pockets, whatever...that's what defines your style. But...I agree with Mindi, I think a gal only gets one "bling" piece per outfit or she can end up looking like a caricature.
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Well said.
 
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I'm so fed up in my search for this mythical mid-heel-ankle-strap walking shoe that I just want to say screw it and keep them - even thought I'm not entirely sure they will be comfortable. I've been looking high and low for a shoe/shoes that work.
 
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momasaurus said:
Well, this is quite something!
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momasaurus said:
Well, this is quite something!
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momasaurus said:
LOLOL. Thanks for these amazing pix! What a fun day you had.
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Pocketbook Pup said:
Lovely photos. Except for the snake. I hate snakes.
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Cordeliere said:
As always, love your photos. I have been thinking at times over the last few days "It is spring. Why isn't M.B. posting any photos?"
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prepster said:
Thank you for the marvelous garden photos. Have you been to Historic Garden Week in Virginia? It's a wonderful statewide tour every year in April, and includes beautiful private houses and gardens as well as historic public gardens.
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Many thanks, everybody!!
 
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