Modest Dressing Mommas - Page 19

[Dillpicklechip]

I have been following this thread for a while so I guess I'll say hi. I do not follow any religion, but lately I have been wanting to dress more modestly just as a matter of personal taste.

I am always surprised at the number of men that "check me out" when I am out shopping--even when I'm pregnant! It makes me feel a bit uncomfortable, and I'd like to dress in such a way that I don't attract attention.

Also, my husband actually prefers that I dress modestly--he says it's much prettier and more feminine, and he loves it when I wear long skirts especially.

The way I dress right now isn't revealing necessarily--I never wear shorts, short skirts, or tank tops--but I'd like in the future to wear more ankle-length skirts and feminine, long-sleeved tops. I have been looking at thrift shops for long skirts and trying to learn how to sew, too, since long skirts aren't really in style right now (I have found some GORGEOUS ones on Etsy, but they're very expensive).

I have a question, though. Right now I only wear skirts in the summer, with sandals. If I want to wear a long skirt in the winter, what kind of footwear is best? My shoe wardrobe is pretty basic, I guess if I want to wear skirts in cold weather I need to get some kind of boots? I hate high heels though...

Also, what does everyone wear underneath a skirt in winter to keep warm? Yoga pants, I suppose?

[heidirk]

Tights!!!


I am glad fall is here, b/c I love tights under my skirts. And the Mennonite mommas around here wear jeans skirts w/tights, socks and sneakers all the time. I just found tights at Kmart, brown, blue, grey, and black!

I am gonna get a new pair of Merrell mocs for this winter, they go with everything!

[kangamitroo]

Originally Posted by Dillpicklechip

I have a question, though. Right now I only wear skirts in the summer, with sandals. If I want to wear a long skirt in the winter, what kind of footwear is best? My shoe wardrobe is pretty basic, I guess if I want to wear skirts in cold weather I need to get some kind of boots? I hate high heels though...

Also, what does everyone wear underneath a skirt in winter to keep warm? Yoga pants, I suppose?

welcome!
i have to wear boots in winter for the sake of my easily-chilled feet—and i am only in PA, not ONT. depending, you might have a slip-on clog style of shoe that works. usually they can accommodate thicker socks, which you could remove once indoors if they are a fashion no-no for you.

yoga pants definitely work underneath skirts. someone here has posted about marvelous capri length long underwear, a brilliant idea imho.

also earlier posts (just a page or 2 back?) talk about petticoats, flannel line dunderlayers....more ideas.

[Magelet]

I love boots in the winter. (I love that its getting to be fall so I can wear them again. they're too hot in the summer). I have boots with heels and boots with no heels. Some of my favorite boots are frye's (veronica slouches? engineers? I thing the veronicas....?), with really no heel to speak of. Of course my true winter boots are a pair of black suede canadienne's with heels, but the greatest part? They're waterproof/resistant!!! suede rainboots. And when I put them on, they fit like a custom made glove. I'm in love, and I've already had them for a year. (I probably should have them treated for water again.) I wouldn't wear them puddlestomping, but we get a lot of rain, and I don't worry the least about wearing them in the rain. (nor do I worry with the fryes. they handle anything, even mud all day. they're workhorses, as well as cute).

If you can afford it, I recommend getting yourself a pair of heavy duty (but cute!) comfy boots without a heel if you don't like them. Then again, I do have 5-7 pairs of black leather boots in my shoes closet of about 10 pairs of shoes...... (and a brown pair) so my advice is a little biased. lol

I also have some mary jane type shoes (naot's, super comfy) that look good with skirts. but if I need extra warmth on my feet, it needs to be nylons or tights, since socks would look weird.

[Noelle C.]

Originally Posted by Dillpicklechip

I have a question, though. Right now I only wear skirts in the summer, with sandals. If I want to wear a long skirt in the winter, what kind of footwear is best? My shoe wardrobe is pretty basic, I guess if I want to wear skirts in cold weather I need to get some kind of boots? I hate high heels though...

Also, what does everyone wear underneath a skirt in winter to keep warm? Yoga pants, I suppose?

Granny boots! Nope, not an old lady, I just love the vintage look.

I wear a couple pairs of dance tights, of all things, or sometimes a pair of footed (versus over-boot) figure skating tights. Back when I was still taking lessons, those things kept me warm, even when my legs were otherwise bare! Any dance store should have them. My favorite brand was, and still is, Danskin.

[kangamitroo]

these are not sophisticated maybe, but they (in dark brown) are my ultimate cozy boots.

the only thing i don't like about autumn is saying goodbye to sandals. shoes feel so confining. dressy in winter is a problem to me, as i am not a fan of typical dressy shoes. i'm learning, slowly but surely.

my winter compromise is usually to wear warm boots, and change into flats soon after arrival at my destination. (these—in black—are my all-purpose interview, out to dinner, party shoes.)

[Dillpicklechip]

Thanks to all those who answered my questions!

Originally Posted by kangamitroo

welcome!
i have to wear boots in winter for the sake of my easily-chilled feet—and i am only in PA, not ONT. depending, you might have a slip-on clog style of shoe that works. usually they can accommodate thicker socks, which you could remove once indoors if they are a fashion no-no for you.

Thank you--I think clogs would be great for cool weather, probably not for the dead of winter when I have to walk in the snow, but I definitely should get some clogs for fall. And I would definitely wear them with thick socks. I have cold feet, so once the weather gets cold I am always wearing two pairs of socks at all times.

Originally Posted by Noelle C.

Granny boots! Nope, not an old lady, I just love the vintage look.

Granny boots are so cool...I would love to wear those, I just wonder about how comfortable they are?

Originally Posted by kangamitroo

these are not sophisticated maybe, but they (in dark brown) are my ultimate cozy boots.

my winter compromise is usually to wear warm boots, and change into flats soon after arrival at my destination. (these—in black—are my all-purpose interview, out to dinner, party shoes.)

Those boots look very comfy indeed...I like the grey ones. Cute shoes, too!

[Magelet]

Go try some. If they fit well, they're comfy. If they don't, they're not. For instance, if the sole of the middle of the shoe comes down before your foot does (if there is space there) they may be comfy at the store, but not later. If it supports your foot the whole length and is comfy, its more likely to be comfy.

[heidirk]

this is just a mini rant...

The wonderful, beautiful tights I bought at Kmart the other week...


yeah, they don't fit.



(they should fit- I bought my size according to the package)

[kangamitroo]

Originally Posted by heidirk

this is just a mini rant...

The wonderful, beautiful tights I bought at Kmart the other week...


yeah, they don't fit.



(they should fit- I bought my size according to the package)

well, that stinks. like my shawl i just brought home from Target, soft cream-colored one....with an almost inch long tear that I saw when I spread it out for ironing. back it goes.

[kangamitroo]

shopping in my own closet
i was cleaning things out for a clothing drive at dd's school. i found 2 great dresses. technically maternity dresses, they have ties (near the ribs) that can be done looser or snugger. when they are snugger, they do not make me look pregnant or anything. both are knee length. with a cardigan on top and dress pants under, i have two new outfits--for free!

[Magelet]

Where do I get long black skirts that are safe in the kitchen/food serving enviroment, pretty inexpensive, totally cover my legs but I won't trip, don't shorten my stride, and are sturdy? I start a new job in a couple days and I'm not sure where to go for the new things I need for the dress code!!! (I could wear black pants, but I think I'm going to only buy skirts, since I would rather wear skirts.) Also, what type of skirt would you go with? Please help! thanks. I'm not sure I have time to order online and would rather order locally, though online places would help too. Thanks!!

(sorry to sound frantic, I'm running out the door as I ask lol)

[neveryoumindthere]

I like the skirts at shukronline.com
they are *very* sturdy, not sure what you count as inexpensive though.

HTH

[onyxravnos]

Originally Posted by neveryoumindthere

I like the skirts at shukronline.com
they are *very* sturdy, not sure what you count as inexpensive though.

HTH

Mmmmm I love shukronline.... i have 3 skirts from them that are my main dress only switching when all three are dirty. Totally covering and fit fantastic... best part for me too is that they fit great before i got preggers again and STILL fit (it just gets shorter as I move the waist up )

but yes not really cheap unless you are a smaller size and can get them on sale although they are very sturdy so they kinda last forever.

[Magelet]

better to buy quality that lasts than to pay only a little but have to buy frequently, in my opinion. That's about what I'm looking to pay. (goodness knows where its coming from lol, it will be a squeeze, but it is for work so...). For some reason I'm only seeing sale items? mostly with black sold out. though the sizes would fit.

I may need them ASAP, hopefully I can have a short paperwork day on tuesday (working sun, mon), go shopping and find something to wear for training...

[Liquesce]

Shukr runs seasonally ... right now they're clearing out for their winter stock and are probably pretty low on most everything.

[AutumnSunshine]

Yeah definitely hit Shukr's sales!

[Liquesce]

So, I was poking around on the web for winter weight tights, and everything I was seeing was in the $35-45 range. For tights. Heavy material or not, that's a lot for tights. Does anyone know where to get a better deal on something that's still actually worth having? I've always been a long johns under skirts kind of girl, but I'd just like something that feels less frump, you know?

[AutumnSunshine]

How about:

http://www.hannaandersson.com/style....simg=35873_011

or

http://www.hannaandersson.com/style....simg=35874_015 (which are on sale for 2/$32)

[smeisnotapirate]

Liquesce, Target has some uber-cool tights in stock now for $3-12. Sound better?