There is hardly a bride who is indifferent to the choice of wedding dress and shoes. Most girls, long before their wedding, begin to think about the style of their wedding dress. As for choosing shoes, you need to choose them no less carefully than an outfit. Moreover, you need to pay attention not only to the beauty of the design, but also to the convenience of the model.
The classic version of wedding shoes is high-heeled pumps. This model is elegant, beautiful and fits most dress styles. However, not all brides like to wear stilettos; some girls prefer to buy wedding shoes with low heels or flat soles. And such models can look no less elegant and beautiful than traditional pumps.
Who is it suitable for?
In what cases are low-heeled wedding shoes the best option for the bride? There may be several reasons to purchase such shoes.
- The bride does not know how to wear high-heeled shoes and has never done so. If a girl in everyday life prefers ballet flats or sports shoes, and completely rejects heels, then you shouldn’t give up your habits even for the sake of a wedding. If the bride wears shoes that are unusual and uncomfortable for her, then instead of positive emotions she will experience discomfort;
- A replacement pair of shoes is selected. Many girls have long ago solved the problem of uncomfortable wedding shoes. They just buy two pairs of shoes. One of them is worn for the ceremonial part of the event and during the photo shoot, and the second for the entertainment part of the holiday.
- A themed wedding is coming up. Today, many newlyweds are abandoning the traditional wedding celebration scenario. If, instead of a banquet in a restaurant, the bride and groom have planned a picnic in nature, then you should not choose shoes with heels. Themed weddings are also popular; in this case, shoes are selected in accordance with the intended image. For example, if you are planning a party in a rustic style, then high heels will be inappropriate.
Combination of shoes and bridesmaid dress
Having studied all the fashion trends of 2022, every girl asks herself the question, what is her ideal pair? How not to make a mistake in choosing?
Stylists advise:
- The newlywed will look chic if she chooses shoes that match the style of her attire. For example, if she has a simple, modest dress, then the shoes need to be matched with rich accessories.
- The height of the heels should be such that the dress is no higher than 2.5–3.5 cm above the floor.
- It is optimal if you try on the shoes in the bride's outfit; if this is not possible, then you can take a piece of fabric with you. This will help you choose the right tone. If the required color is not found, you should choose a model one tone lighter than the outfit.
- If the outfit is made of satin or lace, then it is better to choose shoes trimmed with the same fabric.
- If the wedding dress is decorated with stones and rhinestones, then more formal shoes should be worn, without unnecessary details.
- A medium heel visually makes your legs a little shorter, so when choosing such shoes, you should not wear midi-length ones.
- Low heels are suitable for tall and slender girls.
- This season it is fashionable to combine shoes with fishnet socks.
- Shoes can match the tone and image with the groom's or groomsmen's accessories.
Varieties
Photos of models of wedding shoes with low heels will make sure that the bride will have plenty to choose from. For a wedding you can purchase:
- Classic white low heel wedding shoes . These are elegant pumps with a glass heel and a rounded or slightly pointed toe. This is a great option that will perfectly match a dress of almost any style. These shoes will look good with both a short dress and a dress with a floor-length skirt.
- Shoes with a strap . Low-heeled shoes with a strap that wraps around the ankle are ideal for tall girls with slender legs, as the strap draws attention to the ankles.
- Ballet shoes . Light shoes with flat soles will add romance and lightness to the bride's look. In ballet flats, your feet practically never get tired, which is why this type of shoe is considered one of the most practical. Don't think that ballet flats are just everyday shoes. Wedding models have a variety of decor, so the shoes look fabulously beautiful. Ballet flats will look great with floor-length dresses, and they are the best shoe option for an empire style outfit.
We select the type of shoes according to the season
The time of year also affects the choice of shoes and all the decoration.
In winter, for a wedding it is better to choose stable pumps of medium height. You will be able to walk freely in them on snow-covered streets or ice.
In warm weather, you can buy sandals, sandals, and open-toed shoes. The main thing is that the fabric is natural and as soft as possible.
In the off-season, you can choose any model; it is important that it is in harmony with the festive image.
Brands
Low-heeled wedding shoes can be seen in the collections of the most famous fashion houses. For example, lovers of classics will certainly like Sergio Rossi models. These are elegant white pumps with low heels in the shape of a glass, studded with Swarovski crystals.
Monsoon brand shoes are more open and have cutouts at the toe. Beads and artificial pearls are used for decoration. Designers of the luxury brand Dolce&Gabanna offer cute shoes decorated with a large number of tiny roses. And the collection of colored low-heeled wedding shoes from Charlotte Olympia will surely appeal to brides who reject tradition and want to walk down the aisle in a bright outfit.
Low-heeled wedding shoes are no less popular and relevant than traditional stiletto heels. The main thing is to be able to choose a pair that will perfectly match the dress and be comfortable for the bride.
Material and finishing of wedding shoes
It is best to buy wedding shoes from natural fabrics. First of all, it is the skin. Leather shoes look perfect on any foot; they harmonize perfectly with any decor.
Stylists recommend choosing shoe material taking into account weather conditions. For example, in the summer you can wear textile shoes. In late autumn and winter, it is better to choose one that can be easily wiped if it gets dirty. A universal option is leatherette and leather.
Top style
Various textiles are used to decorate shoes; shoes trimmed with the same fabric as the dress look especially amazing. Often this is silk, guipure, satin.
For a lush outfit, shoes trimmed with delicate lace will be an excellent addition. The floral print also looks very attractive. These can be delicate orchids, luxurious magnolias, forget-me-nots. Flowers are made from different materials or made of beads and rhinestones.
Rhinestones are the most popular and favorite decorative component. Shining, iridescent beads fascinate and focus attention on the beautiful legs of the bride. Rhinestones are used to make different designs; they are used to decorate heels or toes of shoes. The shoe studded with small rhinestones looks especially luxurious.
Lace, pearls, beads, sequins, fur, and feathers are also used for decoration.
If the shoes are leather, then they can be either smooth or varnished, crinkled, or perforated.
Color and texture
Impeccable - shoes chosen for a festive outfit can increase faith in yourself, in your irresistibility. That's why ladies take their wedding shoes so seriously.
White shoes are the most popular and favorite option, but fortunately, not the only one. Peach, lavender, creme brulee, champagne, ivory and others. The main rule is that the whole image is perfect and harmonious.
If the dress is in bright, catchy shades: scarlet, emerald, lilac, ultramarine, then it is better to choose shoes of the same contrasting tone.
It is believed that the shoes can be a shade darker than the dress itself.
Yellow shoes for a wedding
It is an attribute of a calm and intelligent person. Declares the girl’s sociability, her ability to quickly and easily adapt to various circumstances.
This is the only color of the rainbow that brings only positive emotions and a smile to your face. So, wearing yellow shoes, the bride becomes the sun of this celebration, regardless of the weather.
Pairs well with a dress in red, white, emerald, sky blue and purple.
It would be nice to make the bride’s bouquet out of sunflowers, yellow roses, daisies or spring tulips.
Accessories
In addition to winter shoes, before the celebration in frosty times, you will also have to take care of accessories. The bride should purchase the following items :
- Insulated tights . It is not enough to insulate bare legs with boots; the bride should think about tights so as not to freeze and catch a cold;
- Socks . As an additional membrane that provides warmth during a long walk, you can;
- Water-repellent impregnation . Winter shoes need to be taken care of. Regardless of whether the model is made of leather, suede, nubuck or other materials, it is worth choosing the composition and treating the surface. The product will not allow your feet to get wet due to slush and melting snow;
- A piece of cloth, wet wipes or handkerchiefs . To remove dirt from snow-white boots, excess slush from the surface of the shoe. For beautiful photos, it’s worth taking care of such little things.
Choosing winter shoes requires a thoughtful approach. If necessary, the chosen boots will protect you from frost and will become the highlight of your look.
Branded models
Before choosing your ideal pair, check out the latest collection ideas from fashion shoe brands:
Louisa Peeress in the new season embodies elegant style, enclosed in a classic form. Convenience and simplicity, but always with a twist - this is the motto of the brand’s new collection;
The Stella brand decided to surprise us with unusual decor that adorns the classic design of the models. In the presented collection 2016-2017, strict forms and a comfortable last are complemented by unusual decorative elements;
Manolo Blahnik. When creating the 2016-2017 wedding collection, the brand was inspired by the idea to please every fashionista. You will find classic pumps with a buckle, futuristic sandals, and multi-colored candy-like pumps with plastic inserts;
Jimmy Choo has released its Bridal 2016 line, embodying elegant simplicity of form combined with a metallic sheen. In this collection there is a pair for the most discerning taste, from classic pumps to playful sandals with feathers.
Color Features
Products in blue colors are chosen by newlyweds who like to show their individuality. The most important thing is the choice of shade and the created harmonious image. Since a blue wedding dress is a kind of challenge to traditions, then the usual foundations should be destroyed with brilliance. If you choose the wrong shade of the dress, you may fail in the eyes of your guests. For example, any shade of blue will make the blue eyes of a young person more expressive, but can make the complexion look pale and sickly. The principle of choosing a shade depends entirely on the girl’s color type:
- Winter. Bright colors are perfect for this appearance: turquoise, azure, electric blue, ultramarine, bright blue, indigo.
- Autumn. discreet, but not too pale tones are perfect: sky blue, sea wave, jeans, steel, greenish blue.
- Summer. A not bright palette is appropriate here: blue-gray, cobalt, sea wave, blueberry, dark shades.
- Spring. The most suitable are not too dark tones without an admixture of grayish: aquamarine, cornflower blue, greenish blue, azure, topaz, cyan.
The shades of blue also depend on the style of the wedding event. They start from an almost black tone and end with a translucent pale cornflower blue. Shades include cool and warm tones. To especially highlight some part of the outfit, it is possible to use several shades of blue.
Creating a chic bridal look can be quite expensive!
