I have had my eye on those from spiegel (2nd ones) for awhile, but I haven't seen the first ones until now. Hmmmm, I really like the second ones better, although I do like the first ones. Somehow, I think the style of the first ones would be better for aline skirts.
It's a tough call but I would buy the 2nd pair to wear with skirts. But I think the 1st pair are great as well and would wear them with jeans or trousers.
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