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Considerations as You Shop for Wedding Shoes
As you search for just the right wedding shoes, there are other attributes to
consider besides their style. Here are some tips to help you create a perfect
wedding-day experience in no small part because of your choice of shoes:
- Comfort counts. The phrase "to die for" takes on new meaning
after standing in excruciatingly uncomfortable shoes for several hours.
Comfortable wedding shoes don't have to be dowdy or boring. You can find
a wonderful selection of
low heels, slippers, and sandals
 online. You may
also consider buying two pairs of wedding shoes -- a
fashion-conscious pair for the ceremony and slippers or tennis shoes for
the reception.
- Heel height affects the length of your gown. If your gown is
floor-length, shoe height determines whether the hem falls above, at, or on
the floor. As you shop for gowns, try on different heel heights with each
dress. When you go for the final fitting, be sure to bring your wedding
shoes so your wedding dress can be altered to perfection.
- A balanced look matters. Consider how elaborate or simple your
gown is when choosing shoes. The key is a balanced look, which you can
achieve by wearing understated shoes if your dress is heavily embellished
(or vice versa). Choosing the same accents for your shoes, gown, and/or
jewelry (pearls, beads, crystals, rhinestones, etc.) can also create a
beautiful, balanced look.
- Outdoor sites can trip you up. Outdoor or beach weddings call for
more stability in your shoes. Consider
satin
bridal flat shoes, ballerina shoes, sandal bridal shoes,
wedding tennis shoes, or going barefoot.
- Remember your personal style. It is okay to follow the hottest
fashion trends, but consider your own style and personality, as well, when
you purchase your wedding shoes. If fashion dictates you are supposed to
wear a certain shoe, but you just hate it, go with your heart. If
platforms or clear wedding shoes are what you want, then, that is what you
should have! It is your wedding. Do it your way!
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