Halp Me: ShoeFilter
October 16, 2022 4:18 PM Subscribe
I bought this outfit for a significant, milestone event. Help shoe me! [Snowflakes inside.]
I really want a pair of velvet sneakers, but I can't find anything in the right color or size that isn't at an exorbitant price. Styles I like include this [a little more casual than I'd prefer, though], this, and this.
My Google fu is failing me, and my general ignorance of shoe jargon and online shopping is compounding it.
Specifications:
• I wear a 7.5 [US].
• I cannot and will not wear heels. A bit of a rise on full-heeled heels would be considered.
• Comfort is of the utmost importance.
• I don't want to spend more than $100.
• I'm open to provenly comfortable flats like from AllBirds or JoyBird or whatever.
• The event is on 11/23/22, so reliable shipping is important.
• Color should compliment the oranges, golds, and deep greens of the outfit.
Thank you for your suggestions!
I really want a pair of velvet sneakers, but I can't find anything in the right color or size that isn't at an exorbitant price. Styles I like include this [a little more casual than I'd prefer, though], this, and this.
My Google fu is failing me, and my general ignorance of shoe jargon and online shopping is compounding it.
Specifications:
• I wear a 7.5 [US].
• I cannot and will not wear heels. A bit of a rise on full-heeled heels would be considered.
• Comfort is of the utmost importance.
• I don't want to spend more than $100.
• I'm open to provenly comfortable flats like from AllBirds or JoyBird or whatever.
• The event is on 11/23/22, so reliable shipping is important.
• Color should compliment the oranges, golds, and deep greens of the outfit.
Thank you for your suggestions!
Rothys are very comfortable...here's a brown, green, etc.
posted by pinochiette at 5:04 PM on October 16, 2022 [1 favorite]
posted by pinochiette at 5:04 PM on October 16, 2022 [1 favorite]
This deep green ballet flat looks like a good match to me. There are no reviews on this DSW website, where the color is right, but this same flat seems to get good reviews (though not in this color) on the brand's own website.
posted by little striped mule at 5:09 PM on October 16, 2022 [1 favorite]
posted by little striped mule at 5:09 PM on October 16, 2022 [1 favorite]
These $50 velvet flats in brown look like they would be a good match.
posted by pangolin party at 5:11 PM on October 16, 2022 [2 favorites]
posted by pangolin party at 5:11 PM on October 16, 2022 [2 favorites]
Maybe give poshmark a try? Not sure these are quite what you are looking for, but here's a new looking gold velvet pair of supergas sneakers in 7.5.
posted by mandymanwasregistered at 5:42 PM on October 16, 2022 [2 favorites]
posted by mandymanwasregistered at 5:42 PM on October 16, 2022 [2 favorites]
Best answer: In terms of color, I would definitely go with something complementary like deep green. When you're ordering online, you can't tell the true shade of an item, and anything too close to the base colors (brown/gold/orangey) will run risk of clashing weirdly with the outfit. Not to mention, the base colors (gorgeous, btw) are unusual enough that I think it may get weird/costumey if you dress in those hues head to toe.
posted by desert outpost at 6:31 PM on October 16, 2022 [5 favorites]
posted by desert outpost at 6:31 PM on October 16, 2022 [5 favorites]
Sneaker creepers? https://posh.mk/BeVUgPvIbub
posted by joycehealy at 7:26 PM on October 16, 2022 [1 favorite]
posted by joycehealy at 7:26 PM on October 16, 2022 [1 favorite]
There are several options here that I think could be cute: https://birdies.com/collections/all -- The Starling in Amber or Pine are the first ones that jump out, though they aren't sneakers. I think maybe some of the more neutral or metallic sneakers farther down the page would look great. Also the ones with the tassel in ginger.
There also appears to have been a couple collaborations between Tretorn and Madewell and/or Anthropologie that produced beautiful, simple velvet sneakers. There are several colors on Poshmark if you're open to used.
posted by luzdeluna at 8:02 PM on October 16, 2022 [2 favorites]
There also appears to have been a couple collaborations between Tretorn and Madewell and/or Anthropologie that produced beautiful, simple velvet sneakers. There are several colors on Poshmark if you're open to used.
posted by luzdeluna at 8:02 PM on October 16, 2022 [2 favorites]
I'd go for green velvet. These Nikes don't come out until after your event, though.
posted by rhizome at 8:19 PM on October 16, 2022 [1 favorite]
posted by rhizome at 8:19 PM on October 16, 2022 [1 favorite]
I’d look at suede as well as a similar texture to velvet that won’t compete with the glamor of your outfit. Also consider loafers and mules as comfy flat but dressy options along with the sneaker or ballet flat styles. The first thing that came to mind for me was actually some lace-up or button-up granny boots , or ankle boots. I think they could complement the style of your outfit nicely!
green suede loafers from land’s end
Green velvet ballet flats from old navy
Camel suede ankle boots from 6pm
Beige suede chukka boots
Brown leather granny boots
And this is out of your price range but shows the granny boot style I was thinking would look really good.
posted by music for skeletons at 9:01 PM on October 16, 2022 [1 favorite]
green suede loafers from land’s end
Green velvet ballet flats from old navy
Camel suede ankle boots from 6pm
Beige suede chukka boots
Brown leather granny boots
And this is out of your price range but shows the granny boot style I was thinking would look really good.
posted by music for skeletons at 9:01 PM on October 16, 2022 [1 favorite]
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posted by xo at 4:48 PM on October 16, 2022 [5 favorites]