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Tips on Matching Shoes and Stockings
Every generation has their own unique criteria for matching their
shoes with stockings. In some generations the stockings needed to
compliment the shoe color, while in other generations the stockings
contrasted with the shoe color. Today, just about anything goes.
Tips on Matching Shoes and Stockings #1 – Neutralize Your Stockings
If you don’t know what color stockings to wear with your favorite
dress shoes then you can always select a pair of neutral colored
stockings. Neutral colors tend to be flesh tone colors like taupe
and nude. However, if you are trying for a neutral look then you
will want to make sure that the finish on the stocking is
translucent and not opalescent.
Tips on Matching Shoes and Stockings #2 – Monochromatic Combinations
If you want to create the illusion of longer legs then you will want
to select stockings that have the same color and shade that your
shoes have. This will extend your leg line from the bottom of your
skirt to the tip of your toes. While this is a practical way to
match your shoes and stockings, be careful when you use this method
with bright colors and non-neutral colors as this can cause a
clownish or childish appearance that is not appropriate for the work
environment.
Tips on Matching Shoes and Stockings #3 – Add Patterns to
Monochromatic Combinations
If you like the monochromatic look but you want to spice it up a bit
then you may want to add patterns to your stockings. First find a
stocking that has the color and shade that you need and then look
for a pattern stocking that has that color palette. This will help
to not only add texture to your wardrobe, but it will also help to
increase the fashion interest in your wardrobe.
Tips on Matching Shoes and Stockings #4 – Mix and Match Textures and
Patterns
Another way that you can select stockings and shoe combinations is
to mix and match textures and patterns. First of all you will need
to look at what you are wearing. If your skirt has a bold pattern
then your stockings will need a less obvious pattern and your shoes
will need to balance the outfit with a solid color or a matching
pattern to an element in your outfit. Color choices should also
compliment the colors in your outfit.
Tips on Matching Shoes and Stockings #5 – Add a Punch of Color
Stockings that have complimentary colors to your shoes and outfit
are a great way to add a new dimension to your outfit. If you are
trying for a bold look then you will want to choose a bright color
that compliments the colors in your outfit. If you don’t know what
compliments what, then you can use a color wheel.
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