Choosing your wedding shoes is about finding that perfect balance between "stunning for photos" and "I can actually walk down the aisle."
: Never go to your final dress fitting without your actual shoes. Bridal stylists at Harriet Wilde emphasize that the dress hem is pinned to your specific shoe height to prevent tripping. WEDDING SHOES
: Start wearing your shoes around the house (on clean carpets!) 3-4 weeks before the wedding to soften the material and mold them to your feet. Choosing your wedding shoes is about finding that
: Consider your terrain. Block heels or wedges are much more practical for garden or outdoor ceremonies than stilettos, which sink into grass or gravel. : Consider your terrain
: New soles can be dangerously slippery. Use a classic trick from stylists at Ruxene and gently scuff the bottoms on a rough surface like concrete for better traction. Top Shoe Styles to Consider