Nude Shoes for ALL Shades

Part of being a grown woman is learning to evolve your look and embrace change.  I advocate doing this by keeping classic looks in her closet while updating the look with low cost relevant accessories that keep you current.  One look that has become a necessity in a woman's closet is the nude shoe.  Starting about 4 years ago it came onto the scene and has done a job by elongating a woman' leg, providing a neutral base to an outfit, and dresses up pretty much every outfit it is paired with.  One glaring issue with the nude shoe is similar to the issue of nude lipstick - not everyone is the same shade of beige.  For those of us with melanin in our skin and do not want to look like we are purposefully wearing beige shoes, here are some alternatives that will work for your skin tone and budget.

Christian Louboutin has introduced multiple shades of nude shoes.  Brava Monsieur Louboutin for recognizing your customer base is not just one color. Prices start at $595.

 

For those who cannot afford Monsieur Louboutin's shoes yet, here are some alternative shoes and price points, starting at $39.99,  for you for various shades from blush to mahogany.

If you are fair skinned, more often than not you still have a tinge more melanin than the average european person.  Look for shoes in a blush color which have a hint of pink.  This shade be light enough for you, but still have a touch of color that the shoe will blend rather than stand out:

Pendleton Stylish Patent Heels

 

Victoria's Secret Ankle Strap Platform Pump

 Victoria's Secret Round Toe Pump

For others who are are leaning in the color wheel a little more deeply, shades that match you are called Natural, Mushroom, Caramel or Camel on the shoe box.  I'm a fan of patent leather shoes which give a little shine and kick to your outfit.  Plus, they are easier to clean.

Ivanka Trump Bulbli

Pour La Victorie Irina Pump in Mushroom

Jessica Simpson Camela

Kate Spade New York Karolina

For you ladies who are chocolate deluxe, mahogany brown, and rich chocolate, there are great shoes out there to compliment your tones.  Again, look for hues that compliment your complexion with shades like taupe, coffee, russett and of course chocolate in textures to give character to the shoe.

BCBGMaxazria Onnie

Nine West Illumie

Manolo Blahnik Scanti Patent d'Orsay Pump in Taupe

Nine West 7fessup (I know its a boot, but a great simple one that will go with EVERYTHING!)

Steven by Steve Madden Roda Pump

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Some of these shoes are on sale, so go out and use that Christmas money to upgrade your wardrobe!