Q. I am seeing a lot of patent shoes for the Fall. I always thought patent shoes were only for Spring and Summer. What's the best way to wear them? And, can I wear my red patent peep toes into September?
-Patent Potential
A. Patent leather shoes, accessories and even clothing with patent embellishments are a huge trend that continues into Fall. It escaped the “only wear” in Spring and Summer several years ago and now there are countless stylish options to wear all year long. So wear your peep toes this Fall and pair them with opaque tights when the temperature dips. And check out these shoes to shine in this Fall:
left to right:
1. Stuart Weitzman Chatup, $280 at zappos.com
2. Vince Camuto Heaven, $125 at piperlime.com
3. Jessica Simpson 'Thalia' Bootie, $118.95 at nordstrom.com
4. AK Anne Klein Willa, $79 at piperlime.com
Wow. I had no idea you weren't supposed to wear patent in the fall or winter. Oops. I did it all the time last year and will probably do it again.
This is one of those outdated style rules that has gone the way of "don't wear white after Labor Day". In other words, wear patent all year round.
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I just purchased some mary jane style red patent shoes with about 1.5 inch heal. What can I wear with it? Is a red sweater, black pant ok, or white top, black pant? I want to look sassy!