How To Look Pulled Together In Flat Shoes

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How To Look Pulled Together In Flat Shoes
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[@Literally_Anything_Else]

I once read a great tip from Tommy Hilfiger: If you wear heels, wear your hair down, and if you wear flats, wear your hair up to balance the look. I think it's good advice!

[@eizhowa]

I look best when my hair is worn down (by a factor of a million), and Hilfiger could follow me around all day, all year round, and not succeed in convincing me to put my hair up once.

[@michelleevans9570]

Literally anything else z

[@ladylibertywdc8324]

That's a rule for some. Another choice is half up or braid, or type of ponytail. Ever wonder why guys are ready in 10 or 15 mins.?

[@audrealambert9583]

Litely masachonistic0. Lol0

[@Lmpswaggin]

@@eizhowa maybe a half up half down with two pieces pulled out in the front to frame your face.

[@evamonroe]

I slay all day in flats and my attitude is good while I'm doing it because heels make me have a nasty attitude when my feet hurt.

[@SK-ve6gk]

People looking at flat shoes like this isn't even a thing ! I wear flats 95% of my time and trust me I have my looking classy and stylist game strong !

[@axeldominic3084]

sorry to be offtopic but does someone know a trick to log back into an Instagram account? I was stupid forgot my password. I would love any tips you can offer me.

[@kingstondangelo4541]

@Axel Dominic Instablaster ;)

[@JP-mb3nx]

Maybe I am missing something, but I need visuals. Clothes are VISUAL. Lauren seems to do a lot of talking, but no examples. I am so glad I didn't purchase any of her products or I would be mad.

[@LadyLyricsandMusic]

Makes sense, but I question the view that I note is popular amongst stylists, that very long pointy toed shoes flat or heels, make you look taller etc. I have always believed that for a petite lady like myself 5.2 approx. wearing a very long, narrow, pointy toe shoe, makes me look like my feet are way ahead of me... in other words, they virtually make an entrance BEFORE I DO! ???

[@carolmelancon]

Love the information, but the camera angle changes are distracting when they don't supply additional information. I keep wanting to check and see why you are looking past my shoulder.

[@patriciashanks5870]

Thanks. Good tips. A tip for you and your viewers: dust your shoes with a clean paint brush of any soft brush.

[@LaurenMessiah]

Thanks!! Awesome tip, definitely going to use that.

[@sarayan.3467]

Thank you

[@Zcuentas29]

I love this video, I work for an airline so most of the day I am running around from gates to counter and even though I would love to wear heels since I find them more put together my feet don't always agree. Lately I've been looking for cute elegant flats and your tips sure come handy, thank you Lauren!

[@Ife247]

Hi Lauren, Never knew flats could do so much to an outfit. I finally get it why my outfits looked "off" when I wore flats. Thank you!

[@pattihanson7921]

Have knee and back issues from previous injuries so have to wear flats ALL the time. Really appreciate this.

[@sweetyseed1893]

Pointed toe mules are very classy

[@carolinaladylawyer]

Love this!!! Wonderful ideas!

[@janetebonanno]

Thank you for this! I’m a dancer and wear heels on the dance floor only. When not dancing, I prefer flat or low heeled shoes. Thanks for these tips!

[@susiebenton1225]

Hi Lauren! Could you pretty please do a video on what kinds of shoes to wear with what pants? As in skinny, straight leg, bootleg, etc. Thank you!

[@susanmazzanti5643]

Those pointy toe things do not have enough room for my toes and hurt a lot. My doctor told me to stop ruining my feet with them and they were fitted correctly for my foot. I like to walk much more than I like to be fashionable.

[@roslynjones5886]

Ithank you so much for this one, Lauren. I cannot wear heels anymore!!! I just visit the heels in my closet, try them on and put them back in their boxes. I might be able to wear a small wedge. I think 1 inch is it for me. I wish the kitten heel would come back out sometime soon. I love to wear dresses, jeans and trousers. Thanks for answering my questions.

[@michellejohnson6796]

Thank you for all your help. I appreciate what YOU do.

[@angelarocha3167]

ok, forever my question - how do I feel comfortable in heels? my feet ache quickly, and I'm thinking maybe I just don't know something that other women do...

[@mjcanty1888]

Shoe padding combined with exercising the flexibility of my toes and strength of my feet always helps me.

[@micaelawedge]

I have tried to wear pointy toe shoes, and they have always hurt my feet beyond belief. I guess they just don't work with my feet. That's too bad because I hear they make you appear taller.

[@stucumins8511]

I agree entirely! Your dressing room looks great by the way. Thanks, Deb

[@TheStinaLina]

Great advice, I live n the countryside and heels are not practical!

[@pheebelikes3500]

Great tips. I love flats but I stick to the ones that go with everything. Dressing up or down. The sneaker trend, I tend to stay away if they away if they are not gym or walking shoes. I love espadrilles look better when dressing down.

[@shikhajohn7458]

I try to avoid glitter but I do love the pointy flats

[@gracietitus.]

Wow are those all your shoes. Wow.am admiring everything

[@TheMsOShow]

Thank you for this! I recently had foot surgery and have to wear flats but it has been hard!

[@istanbulfashionaddic]

I live in flat shoes mostly sneakers and yes its hard to look chic when you wear sneakers. But I get too much pain in heels especially high heels cant walk after 2 minutes. ballet flats make me feel short and chunky sneakers are best. I never wear pointy flats cause they make my feet look longer/bigger than normal and make me feel like big feet.

[@azaliareeve791]

Very helpful advice. Thanks!

[@erynnwalsh1900]

Try Tieks!!

[@rosaliekok4819]

Love your videos. Learn so much from them. thank you!

[@lindaesquibel3457]

Hi Dear, I'm 64 years young. Also LOVE your style. I have a lot of antique style handbags. Do you think I can look good using them ? I can't wait to hear your opinion ? Thank you ⚘

[@EricaEthington]

I wish you'd show some examples of sneaker outfits

[@fatimahbrown2159]

Hi lauren, I work in a casual worl place but I am the supervisor. How do I dress casual but still seperate myself from looking like one of the staff

[@emiliebova]

Thanks! Good advice. I only wear flats being so darn tall!

[@punya2298]

Im short. Barely 5'3ish and feel very conscious in flats even though i have painful bunions and have to soak my feet in warm water after a long day in heels..

[@Winterchild12]

You look great! Love the room and the shoe tips! New subbie

[@ritajana8234]

Hi Lauren! I have a question: How to choose clothing for looking taller, without necessarily wear heels all the time? kisses from Portugal ❤

[@misstickleeast268]

I've just found your channel and love it! I have a style question.....how do can I look edgy/chic with big boobs? I'm small everywhere else and always feel like a buxom bar maid.....not a good look! Thank you and love from London X

[@LaurenMessiah]

Thank you so much! Adding your question to my list. GREAT questions.

[@misstickleeast268]

Brilliant....thank you! X

[@amyjacquelineg.9541]

Flats have been for the most part, working for Wendy! 🤓

[@amywithay4807]

Woohoo! I want to be part of the fashion party! Love your videos so far! I'm a new sub :) Very grateful for this info...I can only wear flats because of knee problems, so, thank you!

[@LaurenMessiah]

Yay! Thank you so much :)

[@kirstinpiche]

Hi Lauren. Great tips in this video. I love wearing flats but you made some points I hadn't thought of. What about sandals? Heels, wedges and flats. What are your thoughts on sandals?

[@oceanethefuturedr5001]

How to wear oversized shirts? Also how do you rock polos without looking like a housewife ?

[@rosamundadrion1553]

I'm new to your channel and I was wondering what your opinion on platform shoes are. If you already covered this I'm sorry. Loved the video.

[@gracesepicvids8469]

How would you style the oxfords? I have a really cute pink suede ones, but I can't figure out how to properly wear them with anything. Thank you for the great video, so much awesome advice! :)

[@PandoraRoman]

Depending on what shade of pink (baby vs. fuschia) they have to be styled differently. I had a pair of pale pink ballet flats last year and they were really versatile in pulling together outfits with paler colours and softer textures. If you have brighter pink shoes I would wear them as a statement piece or as a contrasting colour or pattern with other pieces in your wardrobe. I hope this hdlps a bit :)

[@secretthrifter5304]

Your videos are highly inspirational. I love the outfits you create and the tips you give. I do have one question though. I am a 19 year old at college, on a budget, and working two jobs ( one where I'm in charge of kids in a casual setting, and the next where I'm a manager of a thrift shop and in charge of people who are 2-3 times my age). I have both jobs on the same days and need a style that is highly versatile and easy to change since I only have 20 minutes or less between jobs. What shoes, accessories, and/or basics would you recommend that are versatile and minimalistic? I could really use some advice. Thank you in advance.

[@micaelawedge]

Wow. So interesting. Thanks.

[@deborahdebooth5103]

This was very informative...ty 😁👠👞

[@TengoMuchasAlas312]

I am new to your channel, and I am loving it! I have some questions: I am 27, a new professional, petite, and have a baby face, and want to know how to dress my age. I am a music therapist at a school for students aged 2-12. The school I work at encourages the staff to dress comfortably to make the school feel like a summer camp. Sometimes, parents, students, and other professionals don't take me seriously because of how young I look. How can I look my age in both dress-up and dress-down situations? I love boho, 90s, and tomboy styles. Is there a way I can stay authentic to my style while looking mature for both casual and dressy occasions? I want to enjoy my freedom to dress comfortable in my job especially as a creative arts therapist, but still be respected.

[@matityaffa]

What about Sandals?

[@neferuaten3954]

Hello! I got your channel as a recommendation when i asked if there was a channel similar to real men real style but for women. This is exactly what i was looking for, and more and I have a question. What would you be a good way for a girl just starting college to make her style a bit more sophisticated? I used to pull off the rock chick style really well in highschool but I want to give off a more mature vibe now and I feel like I outgrew red plaid skirts, ripped jeans and goth styled shirts. I personally dont like a lot of prints (animal prints, polka dots, flowers. I like stripes though) which makes it verynhard for me to find online suggestions that I actually like. Thank you and best regards from Bosnia :)

[@elissavl9376]

Hi Lauren, I was wondering if you could make a vídeo about which lipsticks colours thank you

[@arielathomas96]

A question I always have: if you are super tall and do not care that your outfit will make you look "shorter", is it OK to use a midi skirt/midi pant with flats? DOes it look nice or it's not just about looking shorter? Thanks! =)

[@bevsimmons1157]

Thank you so much can you do a vid, about how to dress casual for any age, probably more like my age 36ish..thank you so much in advance

[@fablife6236]

Great points!

[@annanaveira8043]

You forgot the adorable loafers and ballerinas with low block heels! But I love you infinitely for rejecting flip flops and trashy sneakers and showing those beauties and teach people to dress appropriately. God bless you for reeducating people's style. How difficult is it to wear ballerinas, loafers or brogues instead of Nikes? You must come to my region where people go to respectable workplaces in bermuda shorts and flip flops/sneakers and it's ok! It's a total nightmare and you would never know what city I'm talking about ¬¬

[@LaurenMessiah]

Oh snap! I sure did forget those. I now have loafers and ballerinas on my shopping list too :)

[@_nixxie_]

Sounds like you are talking about the whole of NZ. We have such a relaxed culture that it is common to have flip flops in the summer or even no shoes. We very rarely dress up we are very casual and laid back

[@ItsKells]

EXCELLENT TIPS!! Thanks!

[@LaurenMessiah]

Thanks for watching :)

[@sierramcmillen9293]

Can you do a styling video for petite people, such as how to create the illusion of long legs

[@aleksandramakari]

Flats have different heel heights. Barely anything but it's noticible.

[@aleksandramakari]

That's why I like oxfords, cuz the heel is noticible. You can stand over a stick or something. I mean men dress shoes aren't exactly flat like some sandals

[@sl4983]

I love flare or bootleg jeans, almost everyday. What goes good with those?

[@SurabhiAvhad]

Love it...!!

[@sarayan.3467]

I like your style. You are great. Are you Black or white? Also how do you clean glitter shoes?

[@melvglam777]

Great advice! We are heading to Las Vegas this Summer and I'm dying to try out a fringe belt for a night out/VIP outfit....any suggestions on how/what to wear it with? Thank you

[@m.l.r9139]

On those lazy days "flip flops" ...oh yes ma'am!

[@feminynebeauty6662]

What type of flats would go well with a red elegant above the knee dress?

[@angelc8490]

Sasha Wright, go with pointy flats... probably nude (understated), or golden metallic (dressy), or leopard print (playful). Depends on your personality and the occasion.

[@BettyJBrown-yv8uf]

Lauren, I have a hourglass figure; however, I am long waisted. What type of jacket should I wear to make my legs seem longer?

[@clairethemom]

How about wearing flats with skirts? If I can't wear heels to work, what do I do?

[@eizhowa]

I have seen girls wear ballet flats with pencil skirts. I can't pull it off personally (I have short legs and my ankles are my least favourite body part) but it looks great on some.

[@bjrg832]

love your videos :D

[@LaurenMessiah]

+Bjørg Nielsen Thank you :)

[@LealaDueno]

What are your thoughts on Athleisure? When is it ok, how do you do it right?

[@brookeflood5683]

Where do you find black classic trench coats and pea coats that are timeless and classic but sticking to a budget? I don't mind investing a bit, ($100-$200) but definitely not ready for Burberry or designer levels.

[@ladywytch129]

Brooke Flood If you aren't against it, you could look into used. Poshmark is great, you can get high end designer clothes for significantly less. I just got a Hilfiger trenchcoat for $15!

[@brookeflood5683]

That's a great suggestion. I haven't had much luck with thrifting, but I'll keep it in mind. Thanks!

[@brianlauren8090]

Hi lauren, love your videos! I just bought a pair of louboutins, you mention doing red rubber soles. Do you do this when you first get them? Do most cobblers do this? Live in St. Louis not LA. Thx! :)

[@alyssagrace9842]

Great content, very helpful! Also, if you see this, could you please tell me what lip color you're wearing? It's so gorgeous on you :)

[@LaurenMessiah]

Thank you! My lip color is called Cherry Lush it's by Tom Ford

[@alyssagrace9842]

Ahh you replied - thanks so much!

[@bebas1013pr]

How to wear prints.

[@doowopshopgal]

I love a tucked in blouse with jeans but I feel self conscious about my small hips. I have a boyish figure. Any tips on looking put together with this type of figure. My hips and waist sort of blend 😡

[@LaurenMessiah]

adding it to my list :)

[@anneworks]

Those are derbies, not oxfords... look it up, preferrably on a men’s fashion channel

[@audrealambert9583]

I broke my tibia and multiple bones in my ankle.The worst thing that has resulted with these is I can no longer wear my beloved heels😢 The highest heel can muster up and walk in would be Nothing 5over 2 inches.I can do wedges and a chunk heel but don't feel elegant in these styles.Can you Find some looks that can Bring some sexy,sophistication back to a 2 inch heel? I would be eternally greatfull👠👛💞💋

[@Forever30byci]

👏🏻👏🏻

[@idaguerra2228]

What about Kitten Heels ?

[@josphine291]

Ida Guerra 😂😂

[@veramer2898]

Hi Lauren, I have big butt and hips what do I wear to hide these a little? Thank you:)

[@prettytwistedd]

Vera Mer you can't hide it, you'll end up looking frumpy. Just embrace your body type and dress for your body type (high waist skirts and pants) and invest in shape wear. When in doubt wear black

[@aquafina6544]

Can you give advice on NON DESIGNER shoes plz. Not everyone has 6 figure incomes

[@Xodeladelamore]

Hate flats I only wear them to interviews lmao

[@samanqadri3930]

Shoulda dusted shoes before starting videoing

[@nikiwedlamini4840]

I thought the same

[@africanqueen1147]

My girl. I am a church girl. I love my high heels. But there are times when i would like to wear a nice flat with med lent skirt. Are you saying no?

[@tanyabrown6969]

MT PC lol people

[@lulumann3171]

Unless your man can afford to have you chauffeured around, it's comfortable shoes, baby.

[@fancynfreeme]

Did you even rehearse before recording this?

[@saiyed8561]

You touched beneath the sole of those shoes and with the same hand you brush your hair off from your face! *speechless*

[@BlacKWidoW70s]

I hate flats and ballerinas not only that they give me back and foot pain ....my back needs atleast some tiny support at the heals

[@isabellabautista8610]

I don't like flats that show the beginning bof your toes

[@altitudeiseverything3163]

Kalilah Evol - Toe cleavage! 🤢

[@dvdgalutube]

Thin sole is bad for ur feet...

[@mayaramirez4163]

This video is very misleading. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@Ingrid0410]

How “baller “ your shoes are? Come on who says this? Certainly not my kind of stylist!

[@kirbyd0g]

How do you feel about women over 50 wearing ripped jeans? I don't mean completely destroyed, but some subtle rips? I'd love to see a video on how to wear ripped jeans so I don't look like a wack-a-doodle fruit cake old bag lady.... LOL!

[@LaurenMessiah]

"wack-a-doodle fruit cake old bag lady" just made my whole day! LOL. Adding this topic to my list.

[@judiklettenmeijer854]

I should accept advice on how to dress from someone who looks like you do?

[@kimbachapman9856]

Stop wasting my time lol clean your shoes