The RIght Shoe for Every Hemline

 
In this week's video, Kim and the Evie Lou crew walk through their favorite transition season looks and the shoes that make each one work. Find your bottom, then find your pairing.

The core idea is simple: match the shoe to where the hem ends. The shoe's 'volume' should match the outfit's volume. 

Pants

• Barrel and balloon legs: Volume on top needs weight below, so go with a chunky loafer, lug-sole boot, or slouchy ankle boot.
• Wide-leg and palazzo: Hem should nearly graze the floor, so pair with a platform, block heel, or chunky loafer that hides under the hem. Pick your shoes before hemming.
• Straight-leg jeans and trousers: Ankle boots work if the hem falls over the boot shaft; loafers and sneakers work if it hits right at the ankle.
• Cropped flares and kick-flares: Show a bit of ankle with a pointed bootie or slim heel.  This is a great showcase for a fun sock, too! Avoid bulky boots, which fight the flare.
• Skinny and slim: Tall boots over the pant, or a sleek ankle boot tucked under. This is where knee-high riding boots shine.
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Skirts and dresses

• Mini: Knee-high or over-the-knee boots for fall. Loafers with tights for a preppy take.
• Midi: This is the tricky one. Tall boots should disappear under the hem with no skin gap, or else wear a sleek ankle boot or kitten heel. Avoid a boot that stops just below a hem that stops just above it.
• Maxi: Western boots, chunky ankle boots, or flat sandals in warmer months. Keep the shoe sturdy enough to balance the length.
• Slip and bias-cut: Contrast works well, with a lug boot or sneaker to dress it down, or a strappy heel to keep it dressy.

Quick tips:

• Show some skin or none at all. Avoid those awkward little slivers between boot and hem.
• Volume up top means a heavier shoe. A sleek silhouette means a slimmer shoe.
• Matching boot and tights (or pants) lengthens the leg.
• Pointed toes elongate. Round and square toes feel more relaxed.