I work in a very conservative and professional office so I’m not allowed to wear open-toe shoes during the warmer summer months. I’ve tried to reason with HR, but they’re not budging. Do you have any suggestions for shoes that feel more season-appropriate than my black pumps?? Thanks so much!
Carly
Dear Carly,
I totally hear you on this one, and you’re not alone. Many offices still want to maintain a professional demeanor during the Summer months when people tend to dress more casual and comfortable but it can be hard when everyone around you is in flip flops and you still have to wear a suit.
One great way to feel fresh and updated, is to switch your wardrobe basics like pencil skirts and suit jackets to a lighter palette. This will bring in new colors that you can work from and you can start to wear lighter colored shoes instead of those heavy black pumps.
I found this great pair of nude pumps for under $50 at Nordstrom and they’re the perfect blend of professional and season appropriate! They’re a must have shoe for the Spring and Summer and since they happen to go with everything, they’re also a very smart investment!
UPDATE: For those of you looking for something in a lower heel, here are some great alternatives in the nude/neutral family…
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hi c.c.,
do you think you can find some cool ‘neutral’ pumps for darker complexions and post them.
i found a great pair of dkny ‘gram’ pumps in cappucino 2 wks ago, but i am still craving a pair of peep-toe pumps ‘ala angelina jolie in her gorg christian loubs’.
us brown girls want the neutral look for the summer too, darn it.
we likey!
thanks.
hmc.
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