Reader question: Brown pants, what shoes?
Lora asks: "I always have trouble selecting shoes/boots to wear with dark brown slacks or cords. What would you suggest?"
Brown slacks are a winter staple. But whether they look tired or trendy has everything to do with the eye candy peaking out from under your pants leg.
Nothing is safer than brown-on-brown. Give pep to this classic pairing with Steve Madden's "Betsey" boot, left, $99 at Dillard's. (Psst, shop around... The same shoe costs more at Macy's.) The slouchy upper gives it a fresh feel, while the low heel ensures these boots are made for walking.
Feeling a touch adventurous? Try camel under brown. Versatility is the beauty of carmel hues -- whether popping on a shoe or a handbag -- because the shade looks sharp with brown as well as black. So you'll get twice the bang out of these knee-high Arturo Chiang boots, right, $118.80 at Macy's.
Feeling more adventurous? Consider kicking those brown slacks up a notch while working two hot trends: The eggplant shoe-bootie. Men's inspired looks can do no wrong under slacks. Paired with brown slacks, try a dark purple or plum color, like these Enzo Angiolini shoes, left, $69.90 at Nordstrom.
Going dressy? Give your brown slacks a lift with a metallic heel or flat. A bronze shade is ideal for a shoe that will take your outfit from the office to cocktails without missing a beat. Try this pair from Kenneth Cole Reaction, right, $40.83, at 6pm.com.
-- Deal Diva Letitia
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Katie Sanders foolishly spurned pretty dresses and shoes as a child, tossing new clothes over her shoulder at birthday parties with a totally rude "no, thank you." Her drab days of monocolor outfits are over now, and she certainly knows better than to turn down free stuff. Her wardrobe mixes classic with quirk. Think blazers with statement necklaces, and lots of patterned ballet flats. She can be reached at 850) 224-7263 or 
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