# Cute Shoe Thread **URL:** \ **Category:** Miscellaneous and Personal Stuff I Must Share\ **Created:** [January 15, 2008, 1:29am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cute-shoe-thread/433550 "2008-01-15T01:29:55Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Alice\_The\_Goon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/ed8c4c/32.png) [@Alice\_The\_Goon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Alice_The_Goon)\ **Post date:** [January 15, 2008, 1:29am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cute-shoe-thread/433550/1 "2008-01-15T01:29:55Z")
My most recent purchase (and long overdue, I might add) [here](http://www.kohls.com/kohlsStore/clearance/shoes/womensshoes/PRD~254351/Rialto%20Plaid%20Bow%20Dress%20Pumps.jsp) . I got them today, and they’re so cute. And cheap! My, they were cheap. It’s almost tax refund time, and I might set out to buy a pair or two… whatcha got? ---
**Author:** ![Nightingale](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/ecae2f/32.png) [@Nightingale](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Nightingale)\ **Post date:** [January 15, 2008, 3:06am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cute-shoe-thread/433550/2 "2008-01-15T03:06:14Z")
Those are great. I love red shoes. I’ve got my eye on [these](http://www.naturalizer.com/shop_online/item_detl.asp?CID=dress&PID=focus&variant_id=15703600&Size=105%2D4) but I can’t quite talk myself into paying that for them. (Yet. Give me a couple more days.) ---
**Author:** ![HazelNutCoffee](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/ac91a4/32.png) [@HazelNutCoffee](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HazelNutCoffee)\ **Post date:** [January 15, 2008, 3:38am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cute-shoe-thread/433550/3 "2008-01-15T03:38:47Z")
Pretty shoes! I’m going shoe shopping after my next paycheck (end of the month). I really need a pair of black pumps that I can wear with stuff in general. I have a pair of Mary Jane low-heeled pumps but they really only work with “cute” outfits. ---
**Author:** ![Lynne\_kilii](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/d26b3c/32.png) [@Lynne\_kilii](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lynne_kilii)\ **Post date:** [January 15, 2008, 3:41am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cute-shoe-thread/433550/4 "2008-01-15T03:41:32Z")
I bought these shoes a month or so ago. five bucks for the pair. Of course they’re cheap and poorly made. But they’re cute! [![Imgur](https://live.staticflickr.com/2280/2093003826_1aefe90d2e_n.jpg "shoe") ](https://www.flickr.com/photos/lynne_kilii/2093003826/) ---
**Author:** ![Mahna\_Mahna](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/e47c2d/32.png) [@Mahna\_Mahna](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahna_Mahna)\ **Post date:** [January 15, 2008, 3:54am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cute-shoe-thread/433550/5 "2008-01-15T03:54:10Z")
Droooooooooool. Those are uber-cute. I covet red shoes, but I can’t seem to ever bring myself to buying a pair whenever I’m shoe shopping - I end up with plain brown or black every time. ---
**Author:** ![BlueKangaroo](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/3d9bf3/32.png) [@BlueKangaroo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BlueKangaroo)\ **Post date:** [January 15, 2008, 4:26am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cute-shoe-thread/433550/6 "2008-01-15T04:26:57Z")
Shoes are a problem for me. I like them a lot. See tons in the stores that I think are the cutest shoes ever. But I have no style sense. So what would I wear any of them with? This is what I really need. A style show that isn’t for the people that are completely out of touch, crazy or such. A show that’s just for people who are “a bit frumpy” or “have only figured a few things out”. Like me. I didn’t have a TV until I moved in with my current roommate, but I’ve caught a few of these shows here and there. I didn’t learn a damn thing from any of them, except that I am far better off than many of the people on those shows. And yet still not good… Cute shoes, though. ---
**Author:** ![Alice\_The\_Goon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/ed8c4c/32.png) [@Alice\_The\_Goon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Alice_The_Goon)\ **Post date:** [January 15, 2008, 4:54am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cute-shoe-thread/433550/7 "2008-01-15T04:54:57Z")
[QUOTE=BlueKangaroo] This is what I really need. A style show that isn’t for the people that are completely out of touch, crazy or such. A show that’s just for people who are “a bit frumpy” or “have only figured a few things out”. Like me. I didn’t have a TV until I moved in with my current roommate, but I’ve caught a few of these shows here and there. I didn’t learn a damn thing from any of them, except that I am far better off than many of the people on those shows. And yet still not good… [/QUOTE] _What Not To Wear_ would be perfect for you… shall I nominate you? Or, you could just get you a couple pairs of nice jeans with a slight flare leg- they always look good with cute shoes. Can’t miss with that. ---
**Author:** ![Ludy](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/d6d6ee/32.png) [@Ludy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ludy)\ **Post date:** [January 15, 2008, 4:58am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cute-shoe-thread/433550/8 "2008-01-15T04:58:36Z")
Oh those are too cute. I am on the search for red shoes for my wedding. I love the idea of fantastic red shoes poking out from under the dress. I fell in love with this pair but they were $250! I just can’t justify that. Sigh They were great shoes. ---
**Author:** ![BlueKangaroo](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/3d9bf3/32.png) [@BlueKangaroo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BlueKangaroo)\ **Post date:** [January 15, 2008, 5:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cute-shoe-thread/433550/9 "2008-01-15T05:05:53Z")
[QUOTE=Alice The Goon] _What Not To Wear_ would be perfect for you… shall I nominate you? Or, you could just get you a couple pairs of nice jeans with a slight flare leg- they always look good with cute shoes. Can’t miss with that. [/QUOTE] You get on these shows by being nominated? I always figured the people on them had some idea that something wasn’t quite right, but couldn’t put their finger on what. You know, kinda like I do. I will consider flare-leg jeans, for cute shoes. However, jeans are kind of a bitch to fit properly to me anyway, so I have been going for jeans I know fit. They’re a western cut and brand. I’ll see if I can find some _What Not to Wear_. It may be that I just don’t know how to take the advice I see on the show and apply it to myself. I know a lot of women love that show. ---
**Author:** ![Astroboy14](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/df705f/32.png) [@Astroboy14](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Astroboy14)\ **Post date:** [January 15, 2008, 6:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cute-shoe-thread/433550/10 "2008-01-15T18:13:34Z")
Ladies, we’re gonna need pictures of the shoes _ON_ if we men are to fairly judge. Preferably with a lot of leg showing as well. 😃 ---
**Author:** ![psycat90](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/7ea924/32.png) [@psycat90](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/psycat90)\ **Post date:** [January 15, 2008, 8:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cute-shoe-thread/433550/11 "2008-01-15T20:59:56Z")
I bought [these](http://www.orangeplus.co.kr/productdetail.aspx?productid=MACY1000208) a couple of weeks ago, because I have an obsession with pointy black pumps. Mine aren’t patent leather though, they are just plain soft grain leather. They are ridiculously comfortable. And because Astroboy14 asked so nicely and I happen to be wearing them today, here’s a [crummy camera pic.](http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2417/2195233747_ec0d92f0ff_o.jpg) And because my old [Fiend Flats](http://www.zappos.com/images/730/7303327/5007-386073-p.jpg) are looking pretty tattered, I also bought a pair of [Classic Van Slip Ons](http://www.yellowratbastard.com/images/thumb/mamdu_1784.jpg) in black. Also super comfy and cute. ---
**Author:** ![beanpod](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/a9adbd/32.png) [@beanpod](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/beanpod)\ **Post date:** [January 15, 2008, 10:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cute-shoe-thread/433550/12 "2008-01-15T22:03:09Z")
Does anyone mind if I sneak in with a request for advice? I bought a [dress](http://www.amazon.com/Shirred-mesh-dress-BLACK-MULBERRY/dp/B000VLQ9E4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=apparel&qid=1200434191&sr=8-1) for a wedding and I’m looking for shoes to go with it. I’d like to get away with a nice ballet flat, but I think it may look best with heels. The dress hits me at slightly below mid-calf level. I’ll be wearing nylons with it. ETA: I bought the Black/Mulberry one. I’m hopeless and I need recommendations for what style would look best with this dress. Black/patterned? What color if so? Flats? Heels? How high? (My shoe budget is as far under $50 as possible.) ---
**Author:** ![Kalhoun](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/3bc359/32.png) [@Kalhoun](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Kalhoun)\ **Post date:** [January 15, 2008, 10:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cute-shoe-thread/433550/13 "2008-01-15T22:04:13Z")
[QUOTE=Alice The Goon] My most recent purchase (and long overdue, I might add) [here](http://www.kohls.com/kohlsStore/clearance/shoes/womensshoes/PRD~254351/Rialto%20Plaid%20Bow%20Dress%20Pumps.jsp) . I got them today, and they’re so cute. And cheap! My, they were cheap. It’s almost tax refund time, and I might set out to buy a pair or two… whatcha got? [/QUOTE] I love those! But what is the outfit you were thinking of for them? I think I need that to complete the picture. ---
**Author:** ![Kalhoun](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/3bc359/32.png) [@Kalhoun](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Kalhoun)\ **Post date:** [January 15, 2008, 10:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cute-shoe-thread/433550/14 "2008-01-15T22:08:04Z")
[QUOTE=Lynne\_kilii] I bought these shoes a month or so ago. five bucks for the pair. Of course they’re cheap and poorly made. But they’re cute! [![Imgur](https://live.staticflickr.com/2280/2093003826_1aefe90d2e_n.jpg "shoe") ](https://www.flickr.com/photos/lynne_kilii/2093003826/) [/QUOTE] That’s an ADORABLE shoe! I envision that with a 50s style full skirt dress. ---
**Author:** ![Kalhoun](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/3bc359/32.png) [@Kalhoun](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Kalhoun)\ **Post date:** [January 15, 2008, 10:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cute-shoe-thread/433550/15 "2008-01-15T22:14:42Z")
[QUOTE=beanpod] Does anyone mind if I sneak in with a request for advice? I bought a [dress](http://www.amazon.com/Shirred-mesh-dress-BLACK-MULBERRY/dp/B000VLQ9E4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=apparel&qid=1200434191&sr=8-1) for a wedding and I’m looking for shoes to go with it. I’d like to get away with a nice ballet flat, but I think it may look best with heels. The dress hits me at slightly below mid-calf level. I’ll be wearing nylons with it. ETA: I bought the Black/Mulberry one. I’m hopeless and I need recommendations for what style would look best with this dress. Black/patterned? What color if so? Flats? Heels? How high? (My shoe budget is as far under $50 as possible.) [/QUOTE] I’d go with a minimum 2.5" heel. Ankle strap or pump will work, and black is good unless you can find something that matches (which I don’t think you will). Check out Zappo’s. Order a half dozen pair and send the rest back for free. [http://www.zappos.com/n/es/d/722001024/page/2.html](http://www.zappos.com/n/es/d/722001024/page/2.html) ---
**Author:** ![Alice\_The\_Goon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/ed8c4c/32.png) [@Alice\_The\_Goon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Alice_The_Goon)\ **Post date:** [January 15, 2008, 11:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cute-shoe-thread/433550/16 "2008-01-15T23:44:01Z")
[QUOTE=Kalhoun] I love those! But what is the outfit you were thinking of for them? I think I need that to complete the picture. [/QUOTE] I’ll probably just pair these with black pants or skirt, or dressy jeans, and a red top of the same hue. ---
**Author:** ![Ludy](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/d6d6ee/32.png) [@Ludy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ludy)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2008, 12:04am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cute-shoe-thread/433550/17 "2008-01-16T00:04:51Z")
I have now fallen in love with [these](http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/32678588/c/585.html). But [these](http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/34514518/c/585.html) still hold a place in my heart. ---
**Author:** ![Alice\_The\_Goon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/ed8c4c/32.png) [@Alice\_The\_Goon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Alice_The_Goon)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2008, 12:21am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cute-shoe-thread/433550/18 "2008-01-16T00:21:35Z")
[QUOTE=Ludy] I have now fallen in love with [these](http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/32678588/c/585.html). But [these](http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/34514518/c/585.html) still hold a place in my heart. [/QUOTE] I like the second pair, but that first pair has stolen my heart. I’ma have to get me summa those. ---
**Author:** ![Ludy](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/d6d6ee/32.png) [@Ludy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ludy)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2008, 12:32am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cute-shoe-thread/433550/19 "2008-01-16T00:32:54Z")
Oh and [Here](http://www.bestbridalprices.com/private-label-by-g-in-stock-informal-wedding-dress-ma22-p-16714.html?cherryoneid=4f2bfdeddd1d131cae53d1a4adac789a) is the dress. With a red rose bouquet. ---
**Author:** ![Alice\_The\_Goon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/ed8c4c/32.png) [@Alice\_The\_Goon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Alice_The_Goon)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2008, 12:53am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cute-shoe-thread/433550/20 "2008-01-16T00:53:32Z")
That is a nice dress! I know a bride who told everyone told come to the reception in white, and she busted out in a sexy red evening gown- it was awesome! [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cute-shoe-thread/433550.md?page=2)