Most brides will say choosing your wedding dress is the biggest decision you will make for your wedding day, but some brides argue your footwear is equally as important. There are many factors you should consider when choosing your bridal shoes such as style, comfort, and the overall feel of your wedding.
Dress First, Then Shoes
Your wedding shoes should match or complement your wedding dress to a T. Length is important when choosing your bridal shoes. If your dress is shorter your shoes will show more, therefore it may influence your shoe choice more. Wearing a long dress, you shoes will be more hidden and if this is the case sometimes comfort is the best choice. If you are planning an outfit change for your reception you can get some fun heels to wear in your ‘party’ dress.
Stick to Your Bridal Style
Once your bridal style has been established, stick to it. Your wedding shoes should match your bridal style, pick footwear that reflects the style you’re after.
Shop Around
It’s very tempting to buy the first pair of shoes you fall in love with, but similar to shopping for your wedding dress you will want to shop around. You want to make sure you’ve considered all of your options and finding a better deal is always a good thing.
Consider Your Venue
It’s important to consider your venue when choosing your shoes for the day of, especially if you’re having an outdoor wedding. You could be faced with grass, gardens, the beach and many other terrains that would alter what bridal footwear you choose.
Prioritize Comfort
We’re constantly prioritizing style but comfort is really what you’re after for your wedding day. It’s a long day and comfort should be high on the priority list so you can spend the whole night on the dance floor.
Don’t Wait Until The Last Minute
While it is a good idea to wait until you’ve found your dress to choose your bridal shoes, you don’t want to put this off. You need to purchase your shoes enough in advance that you have them for your dress alterations, that way your tailor can adjust your dress based on the height of your footwear.
