7 THINGS TO THINK ABOUT WHEN CHOOSING YOUR WEDDING SHOES
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You might think that 'white' and 'pretty' would be the only two factors you need to take into consideration when picking the shoes for your big day. But you'd be wrong. From the height of your husband-to-be to the heating in the church, here are seven more things to consider...
1. The Weather
It’s frustrating that the only thing you can’t control about your wedding day (aside from drunken uncles) is the weather. So don’t let your footwear be your downfall. If you’ve opted for a winter wedding, order a fur-lined pair of white Hunter wellies for the trip to the church (you can then do a quick shoe swap in the back of the car). In summer, avoid swollen feet with a cool pair of strappy heels – also the perfect excuse to show off your bridal pedicure.
2. Your Venue
Weather aside, your venue also dictates your choice of footwear. Beach weddings call for barefoot (or sandals that are easy to slip on and off), while a city wedding lets you take your pick. But if you’re hosting the nuptials in a field or garden, an unseen puddle or cowpat could prove disastrous. We recommend having a spare pair of emergency flats to hand, whatever the venue or season.
3. Avoiding Peril
Whoever designed church-heating systems didn’t have high heels in mind, hence the perilous floor gratings that line the walkways. So, if you don’t want to be stopped in your tracks as you gracefully glide down the aisle, opt for dainty ballet flats or a chunky heel. Alternatively, do a recce at the rehearsal so you and your dad can avoid the danger zones. 4. Make Them Your Own
It’s the little things that make a wedding, so apply that to your shoes. Add something personal on the sole like your name, the date or even “I do”. Jimmy Choo has launched a new made-to-order service specifically for bridal footwear.
5. Your Height, His Height
The height of your heel should depend on two things: the length of your leg and the length of your husband-to-be’s. This won’t be a problem if your betrothed is tall, but if he’s erring on the small side, pick a shorter heel so that you don’t tower over him in those all-important wedding photos. Also, it sounds obvious, but you need to be able to walk in them (preferably gracefully). So don't go too high if you're not used to it.
6. Plan Ahead
If you want to be on the dance floor all night, make sure your feet are as pain-free as possible. Keep a stash of plasters, cushioned insoles or gel pads to hand (for you and your bridesmaids) - and don't forget the option of swapping into your emergency flats. Or, for the alternative bride, there's always the option to order a pair of white, wedged trainers or a personalised pair of Converse that will allow you to throw your shapes well into the early hours. 7. The After Party
You may think this wedding is all about you (and possibly the groom), but while you might have sorted your dancing shoes, the likelihood is that your friends haven’t. They have stuffed their clutch bags full of make-up, confetti and tissues leaving no room for an evening alternative. So to stop them dancing barefoot, stock up on a dozen pairs of affordable flip flops to keep in a basket by the dance floor. Trust us, at the end of an injury-free evening, they’ll thank you for it.
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