Ooh yes, green and red can be so very cool, as long as you're careful to avoid the Christmas tree vibe. What kind of green is it? If you do the funky deconstructed look you must ganz unbedingt post pics for all to see! :D

I want a green coat too! And red, and blue, and .... I really must clear my sewing space so that I can make some much-needed coats and dresses. I'm very short-waisted (or possibly high-arsed - remind me to tell you my Hitler bum theory some time!) as well, so I sympathise completely with the waist-on-arse issue.

The good insoles can cost a bit, but of course they can be moved between shoes too, and some are washable, so it's not that bad. It really gives a much broader selection!