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more than just pants
June 16, 2015

Choosing the Right Shoes for Your Culottes Isn’t Hard

By Diana Tsui

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Now that you’ve fully embraced culottes into your life, the question remains: What shoes to wear with them? Choosing the right pair of heels or flats can seem pretty intimidating, especially if you’re on the petite side and fear looking stumpy. First: Don’t forget to tailor them. If you prefer to show more leg, have them hit where the calf starts; if you want a longer silhouette, hem them toward the bottom of the calf. Then you’ll find that nearly everything from slides to pumps to platforms can work, depending on the pants. More of a jeans-and-sneakers type? There’s a culotte for that. Rather head out in a stiletto? There’s a culotte for that, too. Dressy or casual, click ahead to see 15 shoe-culotte pairings that will work for any occasion this summer.

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Play off the menswear vibe of these pants with laceless oxfords.
When you're wearing culottes during the day but need to be pulled together, try a sturdy stacked heel instead of a stiletto. It balances out the volum... When you're wearing culottes during the day but need to be pulled together, try a sturdy stacked heel instead of a stiletto. It balances out the volume but doesn't look too delicate.
Elastic-waist culottes and slides are just as comfy as pajamas and slippers, except you'll actually look presentable. 
You can treat a tailored navy culotte like you would any other basic in your closet and experiment with a kooky heel.
For those who are on the petite side and too lazy to go to the tailor, try a chunky flatform to add height without sacrificing comfort.
Sometimes linen can come off as too casual — but this bright-coral pair looks sharp when worn with contrasting cobalt pumps.
The longer cut and giant pockets on these printed denim culottes work better with a heavier sandal, like this pair from Massimo Dutti, which has a rop... The longer cut and giant pockets on these printed denim culottes work better with a heavier sandal, like this pair from Massimo Dutti, which has a rope detail and lug sole.
Walking in chunky flatforms is an acquired skill, but if you'd rather get the same look without having to clomp around awkwardly, these thin sandals a... Walking in chunky flatforms is an acquired skill, but if you'd rather get the same look without having to clomp around awkwardly, these thin sandals are an elegant alternative.
For a summer wedding you can take a cue from the Tibi runway and try these with a strapless top, but skip the slides for elegant silver sandals.
If you're going to do a big print, try a simpler pair of shoes like these metallic sandals. They're neutral but still have the same tropical vibe.
On a hot summer day, crisp white culottes and barely there minty-green sandals feel appropriately refreshing and light.
Nothing says summer vacation more than a pair of espadrilles.
A slim, minimalist heel with a pleated printed culotte will stand out in a room full of cocktail dresses. 
If you're into the '70s trend that's been all over the spring runways, try shiny silver platforms with a sleek pair of black culottes.
Because sometimes you just can't beat white sneakers and jeans. 
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