How to Choose Wedding Shoes that Combine Comfort and Style
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A lot of attention goes into your wedding dress, but before you walk down the aisle, you need to think about your feet.
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A lot of attention goes into your wedding dress, but before you walk down the aisle, you need to think about your feet.
The shoes that you wear on that special day are important. First off, you want to be comfortable on this, the biggest day of your life. And second, you want them to complete your look – not clash with it.
The first choice you need to make is the height of the heel. Most brides do not want to tower over their groom – in the ceremony, in the photographs taken that day or in life. You need to choose a heel height that keeps the proper proportions in mind. There’s nothing wrong with seeing eye-to-eye with your groom at the altar, but you should avoid looking down on him, if possible.
Fortunately, bridal shoes come in a variety of heights, from a demure 2½ -inch heel to a slipper with a 1-inch wedge heel. And if you are really trying to fly in under the radar, consider a satin ballet flat. With the lovely fabrics available in these models, no one would question their appropriateness for any bride.
You also should consider the venue of your nuptials. Regardless of the groom’s height, you should probably wear flats or a flat sandal if you are getting married outdoors. There is nothing worse than getting the heel of your shoe stuck in the dirt. You could ruin your shoes – or worse – trip while walking up or down the aisle.
After heel height is decided, you need to find shoes that work with your dress. In this scenario, the style of the dress should dictate the style of your shoe. When people look at you in your wedding gown, your shoes should not be the focal point. They should not take away from the dress. As a result, you want shoes that work with you – not against you.
Choose shoes based on the style of your wedding gown:
Classic and Timeless
A classic and timeless dress is one that comes to mind when most people think of wedding gowns. These dresses have classic lines – fitted bodices and full skirts. They are beautiful, but there are no surprises. That means you need shoes that will not surprise anyone either. A pair of silver sandals that lace up around the ankle would be a surprise and would clash with the style of the dress. A classic pair of delicate white satin pumps or a simple heeled sandal is what you would expect to see underneath the tulle layers of a ball gown skirt.
Chic and Modern
Chic and modern dresses can mean a shorter hemline, which makes the selection of shoes even more important. Or it can mean a dress with a slim silhouette that is simple, clean and elegant. For this style of dress, you want a simple and elegant pair of shoes – no over-the-top embellishments. Keep it simple.
Elegant and Luxurious
Elegant and luxurious can mean a dress with yards and yards of all-over lace or satin with hand-beaded details, or even beaded taffeta. With so much going on with the dress, you will want shoes that let the dress carry the embellishments – not your footwear. As a word of caution, choose a shoe with a heel and not a flat. The heels will lift you and your hem off the ground when you walk, whereas you could trip in flats with all those yards of fabric swirling about your feet.
Glamorous and Dramatic
Glamorous and dramatic gowns call for equally glamorous and dramatic shoes. But you still need to be careful that the glamorous style of the shoes matches that of the dress. If you choose a simple, long flowing Grecian halter dress, this is the time your shoes can stand out. Try a pair of strappy high-heel sandals with rhinestones cascading from the ankle strap over the top of your foot. This would be an appropriate, dramatic look that complements your dress.
A few final tips regarding your footwear:
· Have your shoes with you for all fittings. The shoes will definitely impact the fit.
· Be sure you break in your shoes before your wedding day. Don’t wear them out on the town, but wear them in the evening at home on carpeted floors. You want your shoes looking new, but broken in enough to avoid blisters.
· Have a back-up pair of shoes for the reception. Here’s where you may want to have a pair of white satin ballet slippers for comfort or even a rhinestone embellished white flip flops for the dance floor. After all, you are at the end of a very long day. There’s nothing wrong with finding some comfort as the day comes to a close.
With a bit of common sense and diligent searching, the perfect pair of shoes will provide the finishing touch to your wedding gown.
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Article Source :
http://www.articleseen.com/Article_How to Choose Wedding Shoes that Combine Comfort and Style_32695.aspx
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Author Resource :
Roseann Losito is a freelance writer who writes about weddings and specific products such as wedding shoes.
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Keywords :
Wedding Shoes,
Category :
Fashion
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Fashion
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