Hey roomies! We're Carissa and Isabel from A Dose of Lovely. It is so very nice to meet you all.
We aren't really the type of girls who obey the laws of fashion. For example, a few years ago Isabel wore these old thrifted grandma loafers with everything [really grandma shoes--brand: walkables]. Her sisters [her most brutal fashion critics] teased her like crazy... but she never faltered, she knew better. Now, what are those sisters of hers wearing on their precious little feet these days, you ask? Well of course, shoes that very closely resemble those grandma loafers from so long ago...the irony.
So here is our dilemma...
Cardigan: H&M, Dress: Old Navy, Shoes: Ross, Earrings: Nordstrom's Rack
You may have a boyfriend/husband/fiance/friend that gives you vague answers about fashion that are far from helpful...my husband is not like that. Instead of vague answers, he gives outrageous ones that usually make very little sense. I was talking to him the other day, and telling him about a pair of boots I want to wear with dresses and he responded by saying, "I think boots make girls look like they don't have legs" (What does that even mean??) Well, needless to say, I do not want to be wearing things that make me look like I'm missing two limbs.
Dress: Forever 21, Shoes: Nordstrom Rack
Similar to Isabel, my mom and sister are pretty judgey when it comes to fashion. I rarely wear something they would, so you can imagine how often they make a joke at my outfit's expense. When I wore the combination above they were positive that those booties with that dress looked darn right silly. I, however, thought it was adorable. It's scary to think that I could be so far off base!
So here is our question....
Does it work to wear boots with dresses?
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34 comments:
Boots with dresses are a must for fall and winter! That's how I stay warm. I love the look of a good pair of boots with a cute skirt or dress. I especially love the look of the last outfit. I've never worn booties, but those are soooo cute!
Complex Cardigans
ABSOLUTELY! Boots with dresses = two thumbs up.
I love boots with dresses, but I definitely think it's one of those things that women like more than men, unless we're talking a Pretty Woman type of boot/dress combo. My husband is a leg man and he hates tall boots.
That said, nothing wrong with dressing for ourselves and other girls. The Man Repeller is building an empire based on the concept.
dresses with boots are my favorite! It's definitely a fall/winter outfit.. as currently we've had 45+ days over 100 in my part of Texas... just too plain hot for boots right now. You better believe I'm dreaming of cooler weather so I can bring my boots back out!
I love boots with dresses! It's impossible to keep warm in the winter (besides tights) here on the east coast without them... ~ Andi
boots ABSOLUTELY work with dresses. One of my favorite combinations. Men never know what they're talking about when it comes to fashion anyways.
I love boots with dresses!! I especially love how toughen up that striped dress. And how the flirty dress makes those booties a little more girlie.
I actually really love the boots with dresses look!
Melanie@Unravelled Threads
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Well, I'm am by no means a fashion expert, but I am a real person who thinks that real women should be able to wear whatever makes them feel good. That being said, I think tall boots with dresses are SO cute, it's kind of ridiculous. Short boots with dresses, I think depends on the whole outfit. With the dress above, it's super cute, but some other things might not work as well.
Now I am going to get dressed and figure out how to wear my boots with my outfit :)
i love boots with dresses/skirts- looks so darling!! don't worry, maybe it is a guy thing because it took my hub time to get used to it as well.
An emphatic "ABSOLUTELY!" Boots + dresses are my fall staple.
Audrey @ Putting Me Together
I personally Love the contrast of boots with dresses. It's like the masculinity of the boots contrast the femininity of the dress. In my opinion only certain boots work with dresses though. you girls both look lovely!!
The House of Shoes
You guys are wonderful! We'll have to bring our fashion questions here more often! Thanks so much!
-Isabel & Carissa
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Yes! Love boots + dresses. Don't let the naysayers steer you wrong! :)
Yes yes! You both look great with your dresses and boots. Girly and edgy rolled into one!
Absolutely! I love to wear boots and dresses! Both of you look great!
Ooh! I love the polka dot dress with boots - so edgy and chic all at once!
I always wear boots wih dresses! my black boots are awesome with dresses! I always wear my black tights with them too. I don't like wearing boots + bare legs :) it's a weir combo i think ^^ x
YES YES YES it 100% works. When in doubt I always wear my boots.
my friend and i had this conversation not too long ago
we are decidely older than you and our answer was boots are great with dresses
our only exception was that our age (late 40's) we needed to make sure we stayed away from cowboy boots and sundresses, otherwise all systems go
brett
oh yes! I LOVE LOVE boots with dresses!
I LOVE boots with dresses! I think it is adorable! You rock it girls! Boys are silly...
i wear boots with dresses all fall & winter long! i even bust out some boots in the summer with little sundresses. it's almost a no-brainer for me!
love those little booties!
-suzanne
awkwardly chic
HECK YES. Rock the boots with a dress. Love it!
Boots and dresses totally go together! You both look adorable. You are on the right track with your own thoughts. Love these outfits! Terrific!
Julie
Yes yes yes! In fact, I'm wearing boots with a dress in my latest post! :) You both look absolutely smashing in your boot-dress combos!
<3 The Daily Dani
uhm DUH! that outfit is the bomb!
It totally works. Guys dont know what they are talking about 99% of the time. and 99% of guys dress like dorks so I say Boots are a def do with dresses!
I think boots definitely work with dresses!! Both outfits are adorably sweet!! I haven't worn them in the spring or summer yet and it's only because I haven't found a pair to go with all my summery, pastel pieces. But I have a great pair of black ones I live in and wear in the fall and winter with all my dresses.
But the both of you ladies look great with your dresses and boots!!
Kim
you have to wear high heeled boots with dresses. the flat ones make you look stumpy. IMO.
oh my gosh YES! Both those outfits are just way too darn cute! If boots make me look like I don't have legs then so be it, I love myself a good pair of boots with a cute dress.
I love boots with dresses!!! A couple years ago, I broke a toe and my winter boots were the only shoes I could wear(thank goodness it was winter!) On days when I wanted to look cute at work, the only solution was boots and a dress!
You both are adorable, and I now want some summer boots to wear with a polka-dot dress in my closet!
I wear boots with dresses ALL THE TIME. If you're worried that they might be unflattering, just go for boots with high heels.
I think it depends on the boot and the cut and fit of the dress. Long dresses with boots...not a fan...but then again I don't really like ankle boots with above the ankle maxi skirts. Then if the dress is "short" and you wear tall boots...can be a bit stripper ish. I say just go with your guy feel
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