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There are certain things that do not go well together, but people continuously try to defy this evident collision in styles and/or colors. Take for example the color green, or lets actually go with a mint color. It seems that everyone has been obsessed with the color mint: Mint nails, mint skinnies, mint tees etc. I have to admit that I’ve been subject to following some of these mint trends, such as the skinny jeans and mint nails. I was probably most obsessed with the mint nails, especially in the summer.   However, now that its almost winter I’ve been looking for some colorful shoes to add some vibrance to my outfits. In particular, I’ve been searching for some mint heels.

With anything colorful and bright you have to be careful. Similar to how bright colored bugs and animals are often dangerous, so are colorful and bright clothes. You have to know how to approach each color differently and make sure you pair it with the right colors. I love the color mint, but it could be tricky. Here’s a pair of mint heels that I am not a huge fan of, but I love the style of the shoe. Take a look:

I love the 3 leather straps that wrap around the ankle and the pointed toe. I just don’t love how the mint and dark tan leather look next to each other. The gold heel doesn’t help the color combination as well. This heel has so much going on with the pointed toe and three straps that when combined with the mint it becomes overwhelming.

I found a really cute black and mint heel on Revolve that I could see myself wearing with a black dress or some black skinny jeans or black leather pants.

I love how simple these heels are. The black contrasts with the mint, but it doesn’t clash with it. I also love that there’s only one strap that wraps around your ankle and a simple band that goes over your toes. I’m also liking this specific mint green color- it has a nice pop to it. The only problem is I would not suggest wearing these heels for the winter (at least only in the Midwest). Maybe I’ll take these with my on  my trip to the West Coast!

I know that these next few tips will be pretty inevitable, but I have seen these fashion choices made before. Do not match mint heels with other mint colors, such as mint skinnies or a mint tee. It is a bold color in the Winter, so make your other selections dark when pairing the mint heels. As far as the mint nails combined with the mint shoes… I think that could work.  Well, there have been a few times where I unknowingly had my nail color painted the same exact color as a bright item in my outfit. For instance, one time I had bright red nails matching  a bright red bag, so don’t worry about the nails. As far as for the style of mint heels, I would only wear strappy mint heels. A pair of mint booties or boots would not go to well with anything in my opinion. I found a few good selections on Resultly. The only other type of shoe I like in mint are mint sneakers or slip-ons.

I have never been actually a fan of wearing too many styles of shoes, looking for a perfect pair is like looking for perfect jeans for me. But Heels have always been one of the essential pair that I opt to set aside some of my money allowance and buy myself a good pair. When I wear them it makes me feel sexier and empowered with any outfits I match it with! I have the black, red heels but I have been eyeing on these Teal Heels on Resultly, they have always been making wave to be a part of fashionable people around the world’s outfit during Holiday season.

For Weekend Casual, I can pair it with a gray or neutral color tapered, skinny-jeans or tight jeans. I can mix it with other bright colours top to create a fun, casual outfit. When I’m feeling adventurous, I go for a full colour-block effect.

For Night Out, I want to wear them with different colours and prints for a fun night out outfit. Going with separates, I plan to style it by pairing it with a black miniskirt with white print with a solid bright colour tank top. Any shade belonging to blue or violet will work with these coloured heels. For any easy one-wear dressing, a printed tank dress and wear them with a cropped leather jacket.

For Work, this uniquely colour heels can sure turn heads on their own. I can always pair them with a black pencil skirt and with a tamer coloured button down top like white, gray or cream with black blazer, this is for a conservative work setting. Working in a creative environment with casual dress code, pair them with a printed skirt that has teal or a similar colour inside the print. Wear them with a navy, ivory, pink or blush shade blouse so the two colours won’t compete with attention.

For a daytime date, pair it with a dress and wear a cardigan over them. Pairing them with jeans and a fitted T-shirt or blouse is also a good choice. For a date night, a little dark coloured dress that will let the heels shine.

They are generally seen as chic, laid-back and romantic style. Popular fashion brands like Jimmy Choo, Steve Madden and Aldo carry them as it can brighten up our closet whatever the season or occasion. Once we got the right clothing and accessories to pair it with the heels we can create a look that is original and right for the occasion.

After seeing Blake Lively in this maroon colored Herve Leger dress on Gossip Girl, I have become obsessed with his dresses. Blake Lively looked gorgeous in this dress.

First of all, the way that Leger makes the dress makes all his bandage dresses flattering. The bandage material seems to hold everything in place kinda like Spanx, but without the extra material. Unfortunately, on my budget, the closest I could get to Leger’s bandage dresses is in his BCBG line. If you’re looking for a tight skirt only go with the BCBG bandage skirts. They are sooooo flattering. I tend to be very weary when wearing tight bottoms, because of my Kim Kardashian butt, but the bandage material really does the trick.

You can wear the BCBG bandage skirt for any occasion as well. Well, you have to select the one of there style’s. For example, if you want something for work that’s cute and flattering buy the bandage pencil skirt.

As you can see this is perfect for a day in the office. Its slimming in the pencil shape itself, but the tight bandage material really make your body look good. This allows you to create a classic look, while staying chic and cute.

I also love there shorter bandage skirts. The maroon bandage skirt is one of my favorites that I have in my closet. BCBG has so many styles that its always hard to chose. Take a look at this power skirt I found on BCBG.

If you dare wear this skirt to work. However, I generally like to keep the short BCBG bandage skirts reserved for a night out. Don’t be scared of the color. Yes, white is probably one of the most revealing colors, but with the material this skirt is made from it will be the same as wearing a black skirt. You can pick these skirts in almost any color and you won’t regret it.

One of my favorite colors that I want to come back to is that burgundy maroon color. I love this color for the fall. Its similar to the Essie Oxblood nail polish color, but it also looks great as a scarf or a maroon dress, just like Blake Lively wore it. Take a look at this maroon dress I found: http://www.mytheresa.com/en-us/liza-bandage-dress-346517.html

This was the most similar dress that Herve Leger was selling at the moment. The color is identical, but the design is different. This maroon dress has the tight body- con slimming top, but the ruffled hem adds a girly touch. The maroon color is perfect for the fall! Just pair it with black heels, a clutch, and a black blazer and  you’re ready for any event. Well…only if you’re ready to spend over $2,000 on a dress. If you’re looking for more affordable pieces take a look at what I found: http://www.result.ly/Search/maroon%20dress

As much as I want the Herve Leger bandage dress and a pair of Louboutin’s, I’ll stick to some other more affordable options in the meantime.  But, I do hope to some day be able to afford some of my favorite designers…at least a few of them.