Accessories That (Hopefully) Make the Outfit!

Accessories That (Hopefully) Make the Outfit!

July 9th, 2008 @ 1:08 pm by Miss Candy Corn
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As you have probably guessed, I’ve decided to wear dress #2 (the vintage dress), since I couldn’t justify spending the money on alterations for my first dress and I’m a lot more comfortable in the shorter, vintage dress. For my accessories, I’ll be wearing a necklace from Anthropologie, a bunny brooch from Sarah Ogren to pin on my bouquet, a light sash around my waist, a hair pin (poorly Photoshopped on my head) by Twigs & Honey, a clutch from Red Ruby Rose and a petticoat slip from Amazon.com. I had been thinking that I would wear a headband, but with this more casual style dress, I wanted a hair piece that would bring out its elegance and dress it up a bit.

The only thing I’m not certain about is the shoes. What do you guys think, do they go with the entire ensemble? I’m pretty sold on them because I think they mesh well with my accessories and my style, plus they’re affordable. But I’d love some thoughts from the hive! I’m definitely going to wear flats because I want to be comfortable and if I wear heels I’ll be stumbling around like an arse monkey.

Do you ever find yourself asking, WWSACD?

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44 Responses to “Accessories That (Hopefully) Make the Outfit!”

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Miss Cupcake (message) 1,456 posts, Bumble bee

Stacey and Clinton are my style gurus

Are you SURE you want to wear flats? Little kitten heels would be so adorable with that dress….. I would just be nervous about those flats making things a little too casual….. but that’s just me

7/9/08 @ 1:16 pm (reply)

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Linzerella

I agree with Miss Cupcake … a little heel (perhaps with a cute rounded toe - or peep toe) could totally add to your vintage vibe and dress it up a bit.

7/9/08 @ 1:17 pm (reply)

Bee

Miss Candy Corn (message) 616 posts, Busy bee

I’m open to heels, but after browsing the king of prussia mall yesterday and finding nothing that with the vintage flair I’m looking for I was kind of let down. I think heels would dress it up and be more flattering, so if anyone has any recommendations of what might go with my dress I’m totally open! Should I go with an ivory or bronzes and metallics, or something with an extra pop of color? Sigh, these are the days I wish I had a mini Stacey and Clinton in my pocket to assist me in my shopping needs.

7/9/08 @ 1:19 pm (reply)

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CarolineG (message) 421 posts, Helper bee

I third that sentiment. While those flats are lovely, they just don’t seem dressy enough. And even the tiniest of kitten heels will make your legs look amazing - your calf muscles will be more firm and your butt will lift by 25%. No joke. Plus, kitten heels have such a great vintage, ladylike vibe.

7/9/08 @ 1:20 pm (reply)

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missm (message) 808 posts, Busy bee

Definitely try a kitten heel - much easier to wander around in and would be so fabulous with the shorter dress. The shoes pictured are fun and would be a great surprise under a more formal dress, but may be a bit too casual in this situation.

7/9/08 @ 1:21 pm (reply)

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StrawberryBaby (message) 307 posts, Helper bee

love the bunny brooch! so cute!!

7/9/08 @ 1:22 pm (reply)

Bee

Miss Espresso (message) 1,310 posts, Bumble bee

I agree with everyone else. While I love the flats- I just don’t think they’re dressy enough

7/9/08 @ 1:23 pm (reply)

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rebecca (message) 1,315 posts, Bumble bee

Ugh, KOP wears me out so I know how you feel about continuing the search for new shoes. But, like the PPs, I think a little heel (or a big heel with a peep-toe!) would look really great with the dress.

7/9/08 @ 1:25 pm (reply)

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erinjane (message) 40 posts, Newbee

i would also agree that a small heel would look the best. They would dress it up, but would also add leg-lengthening loveliness that can never hurt with a shorter dress! (unless you’re 6 feet tall and 110 pounds?) What about a mary jane style kitten heel? Mary Janes in and of themselves have a bit of a vintage flair. I think with the whole combo an ivory or subtly metallic pair would look lovely.

I think your look is super gorgeous and seems very “you”!

7/9/08 @ 1:27 pm (reply)

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Bee

Miss Candy Corn (message) 616 posts, Busy bee

I can totally rock the kitten heels without stumbling around! You guys are genius. I’m totally going on a kitten heel browsing frenzy right now.

I’m kind of digging these:
http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/41367171/c/177.html

http://www.shoemall.com/product/MIA-Womens-Sweetheart-Pump-Off-White-140735&cpncode=18-13144742-2&srccode=cii_9324560&GCID=C16122×006&style=140735&KeyCode=SMJQ993

Since my toes are SO not cute I’d rather go with a closed toe, so if anyone has any suggestions for kittentastic heels with a closed toe (or wee peep toe) I’m so there!

7/9/08 @ 1:29 pm (reply)

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MissSnapdragon (message) 104 posts, Blushing bee

I definitely agree with the vote for a kitten heel! It would go wonderfully with your vintage dress (which is fabulous btw).

7/9/08 @ 1:31 pm (reply)

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Erin

I’m definitely feeling the two shoes linked above more than the flats. Like your hair piece, they dress up the look a little more. Those flats are totally adorable, but may be not right for the overall look. (Rehearsal dinner, perhaps?)

Sigh… Clinton is SO CUTE.

7/9/08 @ 1:38 pm (reply)

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Ms. Dahlia (message) 413 posts, Helper bee

These might work:
http://www.endless.com/Matisse-Brandy-Low-Heel-Pump/dp/B000UK5I1G/ref=sr_1_80r/?cAsin=B000UTZ2AE&asinTitle=Matisse%20Brandy%20Low%20Heel%20Pump&&colors=White|Grey|Gold|Ivory&size=100&dept=242321011&node=242321011&nodes=242321011&brands=&keywords=&sort=shoesbrowserel2&onsale=0&newarrivals=0&&showDesigner=2&secondaryBrands=&sizes=&widths=&heelheights=Under%201|1%20-%201%203%2F4&page=1&fromPage=search&contextTitle=Search%20Results&qid=1215625003228&sr=1-80&prepickColor=&asins=B000UU0P14,B000UWTUPY,B000YHQUSA,B0013TP8SQ,B000WA2ZMY,B000YHQUKI,B0012M1SQA,B0016ONNGW,B000WQ1O84,B0016G4058,B0016YAAUY,B0012DPAW2,B0015KLIAA,B000XRKB0Y,B0012N82P4,B0013LXVP6,B000W8YT70,B000WHXAJO,B000Z8O0KS,B0010ZGEO0,B000YKC5ZY,B00110U0C6,B000WELI28,B0013M3GJQ,B000T2YXW0,B0016G407Q,B000XAPNSG,B0012DR7R8,B000VYLTLO,B000NVFVJG,B000TY02FU,B001046XTM,B0011ZLR4Q,B000WEHJGM,B000WGB60U,B000VYPJ24,B000XS54I2,B0015TXZ1Q,B00123QCIS,B0016YBG4I,B000W94IDE,B000W40L9O,B000RLQNXK,B000Z8MNK2,B0014XOH6A,B000NVEJYE,B001302NM4,B0010ZGPP8,B000XRXGJW,B000X2KINO,B000YMHLLA,B000W4RZBQ,B0012N6HSI,B000X4WDRQ,B00152SKVS,B000RLP214,B000W4TK1O,B0012M0BDG,B00132VYYU,B0012MZD0M,B0016YBG5W,B000WEK6JY,B000THHBHO,B000WEK69E,B000UTVCTY,B000YMJA1O,B000XS73TA,B0013FBZLY,B00127VDLU,B000UD0FPC,B000TY02NC,B000RGS5RM,B000VY8MDW,B000RYRLWO,B000RGQ70Y,B000VJH08U,B000VYLTZK,B000SKU8IG,B000Y027IY,B000UTZ2AE,B000WH8HQ0,B000U92Q9Y,B00112ASFI,B000PQPH1G,B000VYF8ZM,B000PSUG06,B0011ZLQFQ,B000S5WTA6,B000YJ6LLO,B000VJIY4Y,B001287HXM,B000XHM8KK,B0012C0YQ0,B000MRK1LE,B0012M2R06,B000NJ44R8,B0012OP4Z4,B0012ZYDZA,B0012ON5A0,B00128IJUW

(I have no idea why the link is so big)

7/9/08 @ 1:41 pm (reply)

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Kristen

I think those Zappos ones you found would be perfect!

7/9/08 @ 1:45 pm (reply)

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nejireta (message) 140 posts, Blushing bee

Some suggestions:
http://tinyurl.com/5vwkmk (if you check out this seller’s store, they have them in different sizes and in camel, beige, pink and blue)
http://tinyurl.com/64t9tl
http://tinyurl.com/5vhj6k
http://tinyurl.com/6k8nw9
http://tinyurl.com/5ujj4l

What about wedges? They’re more comfortable than heels.

7/9/08 @ 1:47 pm (reply)

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eims

How about these I think a kitten heel would totally lift the dress http://cgi.ebay.ph/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=180260278555&indexURL=2

7/9/08 @ 1:47 pm (reply)

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karaboo30 (message) 17 posts, Newbee

Love the MIA Sweetheart pump you linked to above — and not just because I’m such a cheapo and they’re on sale ($28.99, you can’t beat that)!

Ms. Dahlia’s suggestion is adorable too…

7/9/08 @ 1:50 pm (reply)

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budgetsavvybride

Those shoes are adorable but I think you should dress it up a little more for your wedding day. I agree with most of the other commenters- some kitten heels would really kick the look up a notch!

7/9/08 @ 1:50 pm (reply)

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LaborDayBride

I definitely agree with everyone that you should do a kitten heel at least. You can throw on the flats later on in the evening. I also agree with a mary jane for a fun vintage look. I think you should go for a complimenting color to add a little more as well. (Not too bright, you don’t want to distract) just the right amount of umph.

7/9/08 @ 1:55 pm (reply)

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Miss Candy Corn (message) 616 posts, Busy bee

You guys are like the big sisters I never had. Thanks for putting up with my shoe stupidity.

Here are more shoes I’m hearting:

http://www.myglassslipper.com/products2.cfm?id=3841&siz=30&sortby=ATTR1&dept=SHOES

http://www.myglassslipper.com/products2.cfm/dept/SHOES/ID/2421

7/9/08 @ 2:01 pm (reply)

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