We all know that uncomfortable shoes are the last thing you want at a wedding. After all the effort that goes into creating a gorgeous day, you don’t want your shoes to let you down.
The luxury insole British brand, Alice Bow is reported to be worn by well-shod celebs, such as Charlotte Tilbury, Alexa Chung, Rosie Huntington, as well as the ever-elegant Duchess of Cambridge, who’s always rushed off her feet.
The Alice Bow brand knows best when it comes to beauty and comfort. Here are their expert tips on selecting the perfect bridal shoes, guaranteeing complete comfort when combined with the Alice Bow bridal collection insoles.
1. Watch the Height
If you’re a regular wearer of 4 inch heels then, by all means, go for it. For the rest of us, best to stay 3 inches (7.5cm) or below. For the taller ladies, don’t feel you need to wear flat shoes. Your groom loves you enough to want to marry you and will have figured out how tall you are by now.
2. The Twirl Test
We LOVE a good boogie – preferably one where we’re not worried about our shoes flying off mid-twirl. We’ve seen a flying shoe hit someone in the face before at a wedding – not a good look! (Though hilarious in the post-wedding video!) Best way to prevent this unfortunate moment is to have a little strap or two on your shoe to hold your foot in.(Note: If you do want to wear shoes higher than you normally wear, an ankle strap will help this be more comfortable.)
3. Beware of Decoration
If your wedding dress falls below your ankles, then you may be best with plainer shoes.Any crystals, beading, etc runs the risk of catching your dress.
If you’ve got your heart set on embellished shoes and a long dress, the bestway to check if things will be OK is to take a piece of fabric similar to that of your wedding dress with you when trying on shoes. Run the piece of fabric over the shoe and see if it catches. If it doesn’t, there’s a good chance you’ll be fine on your wedding day.
4. Choose the Right Size and Shape for Your Foot
Don’t be afraid to ask to try a shoe on in a couple of different sizes to find the best fit. It’s your special day, not the shop assistants –so ignore any annoyed looks they may give you as you ask for another pair. I’d always recommend a round or open toe for comfort – much less likely to result in sore toes than pointy shoes.
Also, the time of year you are getting married can affect the fit of your shoe. If you’re getting married on a hot summer day, there’s a good chance your feet will swell with the heat. Best option is to go shoe shopping in the afternoon once you’ve been on your feet for a little bit so you will get a better feel for how the shoes will fit on the day.
5. Wear Your Shoes In Before the Big Day
We all know the feeling of new shoes pinching. Try to get your shoes in advance, so you can start wearing them in around home a few weeks before the big event. (Nothing like the glamour of a tracksuit and wedding shoes whilst doing the ironing!) This will allow you to see if anyspots rub and give you a chance to make small amendments by using shoe stretching solution, etc.
Make sure the groom also buys his shoes well before the big day so he can wear them in. If the shoes are tight around his toes, send him to the shoe repairer to get some shoe stretching solution. (It’s what bespoke shoemakers user to get the perfect fit!)
6. A Bit of Comfort
Check that your shoes have good padding or pop a pair of Alice Bow insoles in – they seriously make a huge difference!
Hope this wedding shoe tips helps you on your big day. Oh and do share this post with any friends who are getting married.
Got any of your own tricks for happy wedding day feet? The team of Alice Bow would love to hear them!
For further information and to view the complete Alice Bow Bridal Insole Collection, visit alicebow.com