Wedding Shoes 101
It’s an occasion that comes only once in a girl’s life (well… ideally that is). Every women who walks down the aisle wants to do so, in immaculate bridal finery. The right pair of shoes has always been the final touch for the complete wedding dress look.
Different cultures hold special significances for bridal shoes. In China, the intricately ornamented bridal shoes of the bride holds instructions on how to consummate the marriage. This elevates the significance of wedding shoes a few notches higher. Imagine an innocent bride who’s lost for information on the wedding night!!
You have many choices as far as shoes for that special occasion. So whether it’s trendy or traditional, there are enough options for you to enjoy the process of shopping and deliberating to your heart’s content. And then finally buying the perfect pair to complete the wedding day look.
If you have more of a traditionlist fashion sence, then there are several styles for you. Classic looks include both silk and satin. These materials are the two most popular choices for wedding shoes. Of course, your wedding dress and personal taste should have the greatest impact on the shoes you choose.
High-heeled shoes with a jeweled strap, low heels with a silver buckle, t-strap shoes with three and a quarter inch heels, or pointed toe sling-backs made from satin. The choices are many. Remember, it’s your day, so it has to be your style too.
Although there are many resources out there to guide you through the process, the Internet has the most information. It gives the oppurtunity to compare colors, styles, and prices from top designer brands to bargain-basement priced bridal footwear. Know that discount bridal shoes should not be looked down upon. Even well-known brands and famous designers offer discounted shoes. So take the time to find killer deals that might never be available again.
If you’re wearing a non-traditional wedding dress, your shoes don’t need to be traditional either. Traditional shoes offer the advantage of comfort and dyeability; besides they are easier on the feet when dancing at the celebrations.
A few final pointers when deciding your bridal footwear –
* Don’t let style take precedence over comfort, it’s going to be a long evening for you – moreover you will be wearing them again, won’t you?
* Don’t go for heels if you’re not comfortable with them, and of course you don’t want to tower over your beau- you know, it’s his special night too.
* Feet swell more in the evening and are at their largest. So that’s the best time to go shopping for new shoes.
* Remember that your bridal dress is a complete package that includes your shoes – so ensure harmony between shoes and the dress with respect to color design and also the length of the bridal gown so the hemline is just right. You may have to alter the length of the bridal gown, so give yourself time to do all this. Last minute fittings may result in a bridal gown too long.
* Break your shoes in by walking around the house for some time; you will rough up the smooth soles and also if there are any blisters to be had, you get them before the special night… but just in case, don’t forget to keep some bandages in your purse on the wedding day. You may want to scuff the smooth soles so that you get some traction on smooth surfaces and slick floors.
* A simple rule of thumb is to pair fancy shoes with more of a simple and elegant gown. While simple footwear should be paired with fancy gowns. If you go for shoes and dresses with embellishments, then ensure that these two match.
Now that you know the basics of buying wedding shoes, do you need wedding shoes for your special day?
