When it comes to finding the right pair of wedding shoes, you might find yourself shying away from the task. We want to make things as simple as possible by providing the right hints and tips to help you with your choice.
Choosing your wedding shoes is never easy. There is such a wide variety of shapes, sizes, styles, and colors that finding the pair that will work perfectly with the dress you’ve chosen can seem like a difficult decision.
That’s why we’ve put this list of top tips together—to help you understand what you should think about before you buy so you can be confident that you’re making the right decision.
1) You need to find comfortable wedding shoes
Remember, you will wear your shoes from early morning until the last thing at night.
Proper wedding shoes are specially designed with comfort in mind and have additional padding specifically for this purpose. Don’t make the mistake of buying cheap shoes that lack this padding and the extra support that makes wearing them not just tolerable but comfortable on your big day.
2) Don’t overlook cost
We understand everyone is on a budget, and at Barbies Boutique, we want to help you find a bargain.
We always advise brides to be prepared to spend 10-15% of the value of their dress on their bridal shoes. So, if the beautiful dress you have cost you $500, then your ideal pair of shoes will cost between $50-$75.
If you are on a budget and looking for brilliant shoes at exceptional prices, the sale section of our website is worth checking out. With up to 75% off some of the original prices, you will likely find a fab bargain!
3) Consider the fabric
Silk and satin are traditionally the two most popular choices for wedding shoes, but your wedding dress and personal taste will naturally have the greatest impact on your choice.
One piece of advice we always give our brides is that if you’re wearing a non-traditional wedding dress, your shoes don’t need to be traditional, either.
4) How should your bridal shoes fit with your dress?
It’s really important that you have your shoes for your dress fittings. This means that your dressmaker can tailor the hem of your wedding dress to the perfect length.
This is why we always suggest that you order your shoes with plenty of time, particularly if you have them customized. This will take a lot of the pressure off you and ensure that everything is perfect when your big day comes around.
5) Consider the color
Not only should your shoes be a great match for your dress and the setting, location, and style of your wedding, but it’s also very important that they reflect your personality.
If you’re a funky bride, you might want to have your shoes dyed brightly to match the color of the bridesmaid dresses. If you have a flair and passion for design, you might want to embellish your shoes with diamonds or a jeweled shoe clip. On the other hand, a more traditional bride may want to ensure that they are the exact color of the dress.
6) Heel height, sexy heels, or versatile flats?
Our suggestion to brides is to stick with what they are used to and comfortable with on their wedding day. So, if you usually wear 4-inch heels and choose this heel height for your wedding shoes, you know you’ll be comfortable.
If you’re not used to wearing sky-high heels, why take the chance on your big day? It’s probably not the time to experiment, and as we mentioned in point one, comfort is probably the most important factor for brides.
However, if you want some height, great alternatives are available, like platform heels or lower kitten heels, while satin ballet slippers make beautiful bridal shoes for those of us who prefer flats.
7) Destination beach or winter?
If you’re having a beach wedding, then the style of shoes needs to reflect that—funky flip-flops, sandals, or wedges could work perfectly. If you’re getting married in colder climates, then ankle boots could be the best option. It’s always worth considering your wedding setting before buying your shoes.
8) White will vary in shade
There are several shades of white, so if your dress is white, we always recommend getting a swatch from your dress shop to compare the shade.
Silk shoes are traditionally more of an off-white shade because they are a natural fabric, whereas imported satin shoes are very bright white with almost a blue hue. If in doubt, please get in touch, and we will gladly help you out.
9) To dance or not to dance
Are you having a ceilidh on your wedding day? If so, you may consider purchasing a pair of more comfortable flat ballet slippers to change into later on so you can enjoy all the frivolity.
10) Would you like to wear your shoes again?
Consider having your shoes dyed black after the wedding. This will allow you to get more wear out of them, and on occasions like anniversaries, they will become a perfect memento of the special day.
10 Tips for Choosing Your Wedding Shoes
When it comes to finding the right pair of wedding shoes, you might find yourself shying away from the task. We want to make things as simple as possible by providing the right hints and tips to help you with your choice.
Choosing your wedding shoes is never easy. There is such a wide variety of shapes, sizes, styles, and colors that finding the pair that will work perfectly with the dress you’ve chosen can seem like a difficult decision.
That’s why we’ve put this list of top tips together—to help you understand what you should think about before you buy so you can be confident that you’re making the right decision.
1) You need to find comfortable wedding shoes
Remember, you will wear your shoes from early morning until the last thing at night.
Proper wedding shoes are specially designed with comfort in mind and have additional padding specifically for this purpose. Don’t make the mistake of buying cheap shoes that lack this padding and the extra support that makes wearing them not just tolerable but comfortable on your big day.
2) Don’t overlook cost
We understand everyone is on a budget, and at Barbies Boutique, we want to help you find a bargain.
We always advise brides to be prepared to spend 10-15% of the value of their dress on their bridal shoes. So, if the beautiful dress you have cost you $500, then your ideal pair of shoes will cost between $50-$75.
If you are on a budget and looking for brilliant shoes at exceptional prices, the sale section of our website is worth checking out. With up to 75% off some of the original prices, you will likely find a fab bargain!
3) Consider the fabric
Silk and satin are traditionally the two most popular choices for wedding shoes, but your wedding dress and personal taste will naturally have the greatest impact on your choice.
One piece of advice we always give our brides is that if you’re wearing a non-traditional wedding dress, your shoes don’t need to be traditional, either.
4) How should your bridal shoes fit with your dress?
It’s really important that you have your shoes for your dress fittings. This means that your dressmaker can tailor the hem of your wedding dress to the perfect length.
This is why we always suggest that you order your shoes with plenty of time, particularly if you have them customized. This will take a lot of the pressure off you and ensure that everything is perfect when your big day comes around.
5) Consider the color
Not only should your shoes be a great match for your dress and the setting, location, and style of your wedding, but it’s also very important that they reflect your personality.
If you’re a funky bride, you might want to have your shoes dyed brightly to match the color of the bridesmaid dresses. If you have a flair and passion for design, you might want to embellish your shoes with diamonds or a jeweled shoe clip. On the other hand, a more traditional bride may want to ensure that they are the exact color of the dress.
6) Heel height, sexy heels, or versatile flats?
Our suggestion to brides is to stick with what they are used to and comfortable with on their wedding day. So, if you usually wear 4-inch heels and choose this heel height for your wedding shoes, you know you’ll be comfortable.
If you’re not used to wearing sky-high heels, why take the chance on your big day? It’s probably not the time to experiment, and as we mentioned in point one, comfort is probably the most important factor for brides.
However, if you want some height, great alternatives are available, like platform heels or lower kitten heels, while satin ballet slippers make beautiful bridal shoes for those of us who prefer flats.
7) Destination beach or winter?
If you’re having a beach wedding, then the style of shoes needs to reflect that—funky flip-flops, sandals, or wedges could work perfectly. If you’re getting married in colder climates, then ankle boots could be the best option. It’s always worth considering your wedding setting before buying your shoes.
8) White will vary in shade
There are several shades of white, so if your dress is white, we always recommend getting a swatch from your dress shop to compare the shade.
Silk shoes are traditionally more of an off-white shade because they are a natural fabric, whereas imported satin shoes are very bright white with almost a blue hue. If in doubt, please get in touch, and we will gladly help you out.
9) To dance or not to dance
Are you having a ceilidh on your wedding day? If so, you may consider purchasing a pair of more comfortable flat ballet slippers to change into later on so you can enjoy all the frivolity.
10) Would you like to wear your shoes again?
Consider having your shoes dyed black after the wedding. This will allow you to get more wear out of them, and on occasions like anniversaries, they will become a perfect memento of the special day.