ITT We ask for fashion advice...
 

I have a wedding coming up at the end of April. For those in the Ohio area, it's at the Valentine Theater in Toledo. I bought a straight, tank style plum colored dress and I was wondering if fuchsia heels would match? I also have a fuchsia pashmina. Thanks!

That actually sounds lovely. I think gold goes well with plum, too.

I like when people mix colors that live in the same color family, though. Just don't over do it with the fuchsia.

I was actually just thinking of asking GC for some help in this area. I'm having a hard time finding a somewhat professional raincoat. I really would like a traditional mackintosh style coat, but I'm having a hard time finding one that isn't too boxy. I'm pretty slim, so it can be hard for me to find outwear that is on the fitted side. I'd be willing to get it tailored, but I would prefer not to. Any suggestions?

Gusteau, I bought a very nice trench from Brooks Bros last spring- perfect for over a suit. Expect a raincoat to be a little bigger and less fitted just for that reason, it's meant to be worn over your suit jacket. good luck!

I think gold or silver (not super shiny, more a dull metallic) heels would be better in this instance. Fuchsia heels + fuchsia pashmina might look too matchy-matchy.

Right, and therein lies the problem for me. Most days it's just business casual, so I'm not usually wearing a suit jacket or blazer. The easy answer would be to size down, but I'm already wearing a small!

I'd be willing to forget about more traditional styles like trenches and macs, but I'm having a hard time finding some that are professional, and don't have a thousand pockets. Brooks Bros is a natural choice, but I've found that even their slim fit is very baggy on me. My old standby, J. Crew, has failed me so far too....

Have you thought about a nude pump?

Non boxy raincoat: Burberry style trench coat. Please note: Many companies make this style raincoat. I am not suggesting that, unless budget permits, that Burberry is the only way to go.

Plum is a powerful (and lovely color) . You don't want competition with the rest of the outfit. Nude heels accomplish two things: Height and lengthening of the leg...always a good thing. I personally go with the single major color...known today as a "pop" of color.

Thanks, I'll definitely see what I can do. I just graduated in May, so I've become a pro outlet/factory store shopper, haha. I definitely need to commit some more time to looking, beyond jumping into stores on lunch and on the way home.

Samesies. I think a fuschia pashmina AND shoes might be too matchy? The same color family look is awesome if you don't overdo it.

Nude pumps would be nice, I think.

Yeah, nude pumps with the pashmina?

My nude shoes are open toe and I CANNOT WAIT to wear them again.

The nude colored shoes would work, but I think a muted gold would look really nice!!! (I'm not a fan of plum and black or silver). The fuchsia pashmina might be too much paired with the dress in terms of bold colors. If you are looking for something to replace the pashmina/liven things up, I think that some sort of pearl necklace (on the smaller side) would look lovely.

Funny you all mentioned nude, because I just picked up a cute and VERY comfy pair of nude, slingback peeptoe heels! Thanks everyone!

Agree with Ellebud on both. Gusteau, the classic trench coat will probably never go out of style so you should be able to wear it for years. I was in Costco this past weekend, and they even had some there (not Burberry though, sigh). A lot of department stores should be bringing them in right about now for the upcoming spring/summer season, as they are moving out the winter coats.

Agree with this. Hit up department stores and check clearance racks. Also I found this, don't know if it's exactly what you're looking for, but the reviews do say it's a slim fit.