Style in a Suitcase, Part 3: Black, browns + ankle boot woes

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Gap Boys Gingham Shirt sz S - now $12 (boxy fit photos) (navy version), Theory blazer (similar)
Nordies Rack pearls, YesStyle skirt (old), Adrienne V. booties, H&M bag & belt, Michael Kors watch

I desire ankle boots were not so difficult for shorter legs, because i really like the little bit of edge they add. An smooth, elongating manner for petites to do the ankle boot is to pair black booties with dark bottoms or tights (see oldie). if you want to go naked-legged, strive shorts or attire/skirts with higher hems to make up for the leg line being truncated on the ankle. I discover this latter appearance to be so chic, but renowned it is much less flattering on brief legs (and bowed - to at the present time Grandma laments now not "straightening out my knees" before it became too late, whatever that involves).

when I to start with purchased those cognac booties on line, I pictured them to be lengthening against tanned legs. Wishful questioning! as soon as I put them on, i was hit by means of the conclusion that my pores and skin is not and will never be close to a chocolate colour. other than the easy darkish skinny jean, i was stumped about the way to put on those boots with out acting stumpy...


After lots trial and error, i stopped up with a few pairings that were suited however now not exceptional. I tried a deeper brown (blend proven here) and a darkish olive. I additionally took thought from J.crew and tried a heathered grey tight (to be proven quickly), that is a laugh however not for all of us. lastly, I tried those boots with skirts of various lengths, and each pairing seemed frumpy dumpy except with my shortest, neutral-coloured miniskirt proven right here.

retaining the pinnacle half of smooth become additionally essential. I tried this identical skirt + bootie blend on with my chunkier mustard cardigan and boxier tweed jacket, and both looked top-heavy and no longer so splendid. fortunately, I packed one basic black blazer to live heat in for dinner.

you can without problems convert this outfit for the workplace through replacing the mini and ankle boots with an extended skirt and pumps. Gingham has the popularity of being a informal material (or greater commonly, a cloth for guys's button-ups), but whenever i've worn it to work i have received a number of compliments and inquiries. in case you work in a conservative environment, simply hold the colours simple and hide most of the sample beneath sleek suiting separates.

 

Readers - I'd love to hear your ideas (or see links) on other ways a short-legged girl can style non-black ankle boots.

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