How to find the perfect pair of bridal shoes
You can make your wedding day more exciting by choosing the right pair.
You will wear your bridal shoes for approximately 12 hours. This is a long time, and you will be walking down the aisle and dancing the night away. It’s important that you find a pair that you love and you feel comfortable in.
How should you select your shoes? Here are some tips to help you choose the perfect shoes for your wedding.
What shoes should a bride be wearing?
You need to consider a few factors before you can find the right shoes for your wedding. For a winter wedding, you will need to wear closed-toed shoes. In summer, you can choose sandals, peep-toes or slingbacks. You should also consider whether your wedding will be held indoors or outside. For indoor weddings and receptions, you can be more flexible with your shoe choice. However, outdoor activities on grass and sand might require either flat or block heels to avoid sinking in the ground.
The most important thing is that you can find the perfect shoes to match your dream dress in style, colour, height, and embellishment.
The ideal height for bridal shoes
It’s a smart idea to choose a height you are comfortable with and that is familiar to your feet. This could be a pair or flats of beautiful bridal shoes. You don’t have to wear them for long periods of time. Don’t be pressured to buy a pair that is too high if you are not comfortable walking in them. It’s best not to wear them for longer than 12 hours.
Block-heel wedding shoes are an option if you don’t want to wear heels.
You should purchase your champagne wedding shoes before you go to your dress fittings. Your tailor will need to measure the height of your shoes to adjust your gown’s length.
The best color for bridal shoes
Your wedding theme will influence the color and style of your shoes. A traditional wedding is likely to have an ivory bride. Classically, white, nude and ivory bridal shoe are paired with an ivory wedding dress. While pale blue is a fun twist on tradition, many brides opt for blue shoes.
For a modern wedding, metallic colors can add sparkle and shine to the event. You might also consider bold and vivid shades of green or pink. Consider matching your shoes to the colour of your bridal bouquet. Or, choosing shoes in a key color from your theme, such as one that matches the shoes worn by your bridesmaids. A benefit of choosing a different color for your shoes is that they will be easier to wear again after your wedding.
Remember to prioritize comfort
When shopping for your wedding shoes it is easy to put too much emphasis on style. However, comfortable bridal shoes should be your top priority. Shoes that fit comfortably, provide extra cushioning and are not too high will be worn every day, so make sure to select shoes that fit properly.
The right fit is crucial when shopping for new shoes. Clarks has the right fit for you, whether you are in between sizes or have narrow feet.
It is also a good idea for you to test your shoes prior to your big day. This will allow you to identify any possible pain points and give your shoes the chance to adapt to your feet.
How to clean wedding shoes
Protect your shoes before the big event with a suitable protector spray like one from our shoecare range. Don’t worry if your bridal shoes become scuffed from the wedding day. These shoes can be cleaned with any of our shoe care products. Leather shoes are easy to wipe, while suede shoes can be cleaned easily.
Use a professional shoe cleaner, but make sure you read the directions carefully. You should start by cleaning the heel.
You can keep your shoes in great condition until the next time you wear them. Wrap them in tissue paper, place them in a box or bag and store them away from direct sunlight and heat.
Find our wedding shoes collection, which includes traditional nudes as well as bold pinks, metallics, and other styles.
