Weddingguide


	YOUR WEDDING SHOES
	by Bridal Shoes

	Take inspiration from this year’s international wedding collections and
	match your shoes, handbag and accessories with your dress. Now is the time
	to create the complete look. Choosing the right pair of shoes is just as
	important as choosing your dress. Your shoes are one of the most important
	aspects of your wedding attire – they should complete your outfit and make
	you feel fabulous. Many brides think that if their dress is long and full, it
	does not matter what shoes they wear. This could not be further from the
	truth – your shoes will always be seen, especially when you are walking,
	dancing or taking off your garter and in photographs.

	Comfort is critical on your big day – no one wants to see a bride limping
	around the dance floor or even worse, dancing barefoot. Some brides buy
	the cheapest shoes they can find to keep their budget low. Your bridal shoes
	are one item you should not skimp on. They need to complement your dress
	and must be elegant and really special: synthetic shoes often look cheap
	and leather shoes may look too heavy with a bridal gown. Most satin bridal
	shoes are not as expensive as many brides imagine. Remember that you are
	going to be on your feet for many hours and if your feet hurt, you are bound
	to be miserable.

	Remember that if you wear a white dress, you need white shoes. If you are
	wearing an ivory dress, you will need ivory shoes. Nothing looks worse than a





	bride in a beautiful white dress with shiny silver or gold shoes. If you are
	battling to find shoes to match your fabric, consider buying satin bridal
	shoes and having them expertly dyed to match your dress. Your retinue will
	also want their shoes to tone in beautifully with their outfits. A bonus is
	being able to dye your shoes a dark colour after the wedding. Not only will
	the dye cover up all those grubby marks which you will inevitably collect
	during the day, but you will be able get a lot of use out of your shoes as
	evening shoes in the future.

	You might want to wear in your shoes before your big day to mould them to
	the shape of your feet, but do not get them dirty – wear them indoors and
	make sure your feet are very clean before putting them on. If you buy bridal
	shoes that are designed for comfort, you should not need to wear them in at
	all, as they will be super comfy to start with. Apply non-skid sole pads or
	rough up the soles with sandpaper to avoid slipping and sliding on your
	wedding day.

	And lastly, do not leave shoe shopping to the last minute. Once you have
	decided on the colour and style of your dress, it is safe to purchase your
	shoes. Even if this is six months before your wedding, at least you will know
	you will be wearing the perfect bridal shoes and will look like a princess.