Comments on: What shoes did you wear under your wedding gown?

By: VAWeddingSpecialist

VAWeddingSpecialist — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 20:25:47 +0000

Not all ballet slippers are painful. A lot of wedding gown salons do sell specialty slippers if heels aren’t your thing. I have done quite a few wedding where the bride and even the bridesmaids decided that flip flops would be their best option. Since flip flops don’t have much support, I would suggest putting stickable inserts in them since you’ll be standing for quite some time. They were much happier in the end.

By: pspoptart

pspoptart — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 09:19:37 +0000

The shoes I have aren’t technically ballet slippers since they don’t have that stuff in the toe to stand on. They are basically a sole with the satin shoe part. I also have a pair of canvas Mary Janes that I’ve tricked out a little if I decide I want something sturdier. (Sandals and flip-flops are out for me since I don’t like toes lol) If I’m uncomfortable it’s going to show on my face and in pictures.

Whatever you choose make sure the heel for the ceremony and reception are the same height. If the heels are diff. your dress will either drag the ground and might trip you or it will be too short and look funny. Another thing I figured out really quick is that when you do your fittings make sure you practice walking, especially backwards! It sounds wierd but when us women are dancing we end up most of the time walking backwards. We found out that we need to hem the crinole (slip under the dress) an inch or two higher in the back so it doesn’t get caught under my feet!

By: laney

laney — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 00:40:57 +0000

You can buy flops designed for outdoor weddings.

By: longhornfan1722

longhornfan1722 — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 19:57:37 +0000

try a peep-toe slide or tennis shoes if your feet will be hidden

By: baebeecakes

baebeecakes — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 10:00:43 +0000

I considered flip flops too..and no one will see underneath ur dress so wear what u want and feel most comfortable in

By: Lydia

Lydia — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 18:37:34 +0000

Flat white leather very simple plain shoes with cutouts. They were slingbacks. Don’t wear flipflops – anything but.

By: wildlifer

wildlifer — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 17:01:50 +0000

I wore flip flops! I actually wore blue flip flops and they were my something blue Why not? They are comfortable and in most wedding dresses it is impossible to see your shoes.
So my advice to you is to wear whatever is the most comfortable to you.
Have fun and good luck!!!

By: Lucy

Lucy — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 11:59:34 +0000

I’m going to be wearing ballet flats for mine, I found a very comfortable pair. Outdoor weddings tend to be less formal, so I doubt your gown is full-length for formality and convenience reasons. A nice pair of crocheted flats would be pretty, and comfortable. Or, if you’re having your wedding on a beach, why not go barefoot? Make sure your area is checked before hand for glass or anything else potentially harmful, then just find a nice pair of sandals or flip-flops for your reception. Good luck and congrats!

By: irisheyes

irisheyes — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 02:01:58 +0000

Flip flops would be a blast. Bejewel them, use ribbon, beads, stitching, anything you can think of. I’m going to wear cowboy boots or Converses. If you go barefoot, you could wear a jewelry, floral or crocheted anklet. Pretty French pedicure might be in order & a toe ring if you like them.

Congratulations! Hope your day is blessed & beautiful.

By: gileswench

gileswench — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 05:46:01 +0000

I wore bright red Scottish dance ghillies. They’re a lot like ballet slippers only laced up the foot and around the ankles. they looked great peeking out from my wedding gown which just grazed the tops of my feet.

Right now flat shoes are very popular. Take a look around and see if you can find an attractive, comfortable pair. Please, though, unless you’re getting married on a beach in a sundress, don’t wear flip-flops! If you absolutely must, at least save them for the reception after things have loosened up a bit. This advice comes to you from a woman who lives in Birkenstock sandals, by the way. There are times when formality counts more than others. Your wedding day is one of them.

Is your problem with the fit of your shoes? If your feet are extra wide or you have a very high instep and aren’t aware of it, that can cause a lot of problems with fit. Have your feet properly measured in a shoe store and see if that helps you find something comfortable.

Good luck finding something that makes you and your feet happy on your big day!