The bridal shoes are an important part of the wedding outfit and should therefore be chosen with care. For an absolutely enchanting appearance, the shoes should be perfectly matched to the color, style and length of the wedding dress. The type of wedding ceremony and the location should also be taken into account when choosing shoes. According to a well-known custom, it brings good luck and money for the marriage if the bride saves up as many cents, formerly pennies, before the wedding until she can buy beautiful bridal shoes. But what types of bridal shoes are there and which shoe goes with which dress? How high should the heels be? And is there a way to continue wearing the wedding shoes after the ceremony? We at fischer-trauringe provide answers to these questions below.
What characterizes bridal shoes as such?
Bridal shoes are usually white, ivory, cream or rose in color and are generally very delicate. A simple, closed-toe pump with a narrow heel is considered a classic bridal shoe. Nowadays, however, many wedding shoes are also richly decorated with bows, ruffles, sequins or pearl embroidery. Bridal shoes are also often covered with fine materials such as satin or silk - making them look particularly elegant. When decorating your shoes, make sure that their style harmonizes well with your dress and jewelry. As a general rule, the more elaborate and opulent the wedding dress, the simpler the bridal shoe should be. Classic pumps can be combined with many wedding dress styles due to their many variations. Sling pumps also look particularly elegant and offer better support when dancing thanks to their straps. Strappy shoes in different styles look very pretty with a light wedding dress in a vintage or boho style. If you prefer comfortable shoes, high-quality sandals or ballerinas can also be a good choice - especially if you are planning an outdoor wedding reception. Important to note: If you opt for open-toed bridal shoes, well-groomed toenails are an absolute must! A little tip on the side: If you opt for bridal shoes that are covered in satin or silk, you have the option of coloring them after the wedding. This means you can continue to wear your bridal shoes in everyday life or at other celebrations.
The right heel height for bridal shoes
There are basically no binding guidelines for the height of the heels. Shoes with heels generally go better with a classic wedding dress as they look more elegant. However, you can vary the height and thickness of the heel depending on your preference. In any case, it is particularly important that you can walk on your bridal shoes without any problems! Women who are not used to walking on high heels should therefore not choose high heels for the first time on your wedding day. For women who have mastered the graceful walk on stilettos, however, such a shoe choice is particularly suitable for a short wedding dress, as high heels look very elegant on the one hand and make the legs appear particularly slender on the other.
Break in the bridal shoes beforehand
Whichever bridal shoes you choose, it is always advisable to break them in carefully at home before the wedding. This way, you can avoid having to deal with pressure sores or blisters on your feet on the most beautiful day of your life. Should such injuries occur anyway, it is a good idea to have blister plasters in your handbag to be on the safe side. It is also always advisable to take a second pair of shoes with you, as even the most practiced feet will eventually tire on high heels and you will want comfortable shoes when dancing the night away. This will make your wedding the perfect day!
