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A dear reader and friend sent me this inbox request a few weeks ago and I was eager with excitement to get right back to her. Then I asked her if I could make it a Reader Rave/Fave. Upon her agreement, I got feverishly to work on this here delicious post, as shoes are one of my fave accessories.
Many of us struggle with 'what shoes' to wear with a certain ensemble on a constant basis. Frustrating? Yes. We ask a boyfriend, we ask a hubby...we ask a friend. At first I was thinking silver (which I DO believe would go perfectly well, too) but after pairing some silver heels with this J.Crew goodie I realized it was the wrong combo. They took away too much for the precious frock.
Next up, I moved onto gold and this is where I saw a definite marriage of colors; coordination and subtlety being key. The gold played, ever so nicely off of the orange tone in the flowers without overpowering and stealing the show. A winner for sure. I've provided both some casual and some dressy options below, depending on where Miss Leslie plans to don this Springtime goodie.
Casual Gold Sandals:
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Fancy Gold Heels
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Then I got to thinking how I would personally style this dress if it were my own? You know it...precisely what I've shown you next. I'd actually belt the waistline, covering up the center row of flora and purchase some perfectly matching strap-happy heels. (Sidenote - The closer the heels are to your own skin-tone the more they will elongate your legs, so make sure to take that into consideration when purchasing your belt and heels combo!) As I do many looks, I'd put a blazer (in this case, white for Spring) on top and then add a pop more of color with a turquoise clutch.
Below my styled look, you'll also find some nude/light brown heeled options too! Miss Leslie, I hope this gives you a great start on shoe shopping for this adorable Springy frock. As long as you keep the flats/heels very subtle and not overpowering, they'll be a great combo to this bright and festive stunner. You're gonna look gorgeous for sure...enjoy!
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