Brides, you did it! You had your dream wedding and it was better than everything that you’ve ever dreamed of.
If you’re like many newlyweds, you’re probably wondering what to do with your wedding shoes. As more brides embrace thoughtful, sustainable choices, finding ways to rewear quality pieces becomes even more meaningful. While you might not take your Vera Wang gown to the grocery store, beautifully crafted wedding shoes are surprisingly easy to style again. Bella Belle shoes are designed for comfort and longevity, making them perfect for life beyond the aisle.
Not sure how to rewear your wedding shoes sustainably? Don’t worry- you can repurpose them effortlessly using pieces already in your closet. No new outfits required.
Choosing wedding shoes you can rewear lets you relive the joy of your big day each time you slip them on. If your shoes picked up a few scuffs, simple cleaning methods can refresh your bridal shoes so they can look new again.
Below, get inspired by our Bella Belle brides who style their shoes for date nights, weekend outings, formal events, and more.
Floral Dresses with Wedding Shoes
Floral dresses are a timeless choice when rewearing wedding shoes, especially during spring and summer. They add romance and ease to daytime plans, vacations, or anniversaries.
Meaghan paired an ivory dress with sage flowers with her Georgia pearl kitten heels, while Abigail wore a summer-esque bright yellow dress with her Bridget stiletto heels, proof that bridal shoes can transition beautifully into everyday style. These short dresses will be great to show off your legs during the warmer months, and you can swap them with midi or long maxi dresses with floral details when it gets chillier.
White Dresses with Bridal Shoes
If white dresses are a staple in your wardrobe, wedding shoes fit seamlessly into the look.
Wrap dresses define the waist and complement delicate bridal details. Molly wore her wrap dress with Gabrielle pearl heels.
For fashion-forward brides, textured styles like feather, fringe, or embellished minis paid beautifully with crystal or pearl heels, just as Stherfane styled her Victoria heels with a feathered dress.
Wedding Shoes with Evening Dresses
A formal night out calls for elevated style. Evening gowns, especially those with slits, offer the perfect moment to show off a stunning pair of bridal heels.
Elizabeth and Natali demonstrate how well bridal shoes transition to galas or black-tie weddings. High-slit dresses highlight D’Orsay silhouettes like Lilian and Mogran, giving your shoes the attention they deserve.
Wedding Shoes with Jeans
Want that effortlessly chic look? The denim-and-wedding-heel combo is the perfect duo for you.
To master the style:
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Show a little ankle - cuffing jeans creates flattering proportion
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Choose blush or nude shoes to elongate the leg
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White-on-white denim and shoes create a clean, modern silhouette
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Don’t be afraid to experiment; nearly any jean style pairs well.
If you are looking for inspo, look no further, Kamille pairs denim with our fun and flirty Bridget wedding heels.
Two Piece Outfits with Bridal Shoes
Coordinated sets make rewearing bridal shoes both fun and feminine.
Tricia wore her Carolina T-strap wedding shoes with a cropped top and midi-length skirt, while Lena chose a puffy sleeve top with a ruffled blue skirt to go with her Lisbeth pearl bridal shoes. Warm weather is the perfect time to showcase detailed bridal shoes without layers hiding them.
If trousers or pants are more your style, Kat paired Matilda’s statement bow with a sleek white bandeau and tailored trousers. Kara took a bolder approach, styling Lisbeth with lace pants for a textured monochrome look.
Bridal Shoes with Power Suit
A tailored suit offers endless styling potential, from work events to dinners to weekend outings.
Patty matched a lilac blazer-and-shorts set wth Gabrielle pearl heels for a polished, confident look. Power suiting pairs beautifully with bridal shoes, balancing structure with feminine details.
FAQ
What to wear to a Gala?
Gala events are usually a black tie event, so you'll want to wear an evening gown that is full length paired with glamours heels such as Evelyn Ivory.
What to wear to the opera?
When going to the opera consider wearing business casual mid-maxi length that is comfortable to sit in. Also remember to layer with a shawl or scarf as it can sometimes be cold. To finish off the look wear some classic yet elegant heels such as Florence.
What to wear to a tea party?
For a tea party, you must wear bright colors and avoid black. We would suggest a semi-formal summer dress paired with a floral shoe such as our Abigail block heels.
What to wear to the ballet?
Opt for something elegant but comfortable for the ballet as you will be sitting for a while. We suggest a semi-formal dress or skirt and jumper combo depending on the venue of the ballet. These outfits could be paired with minimalistic heels such as our Dorothy bow heel.
What to wear to a banquet?
A banquet is usually a formal dinner so the appropriate dress code would be to wear an evening dress that goes below the knees, paired with glamorous shoes such as Lilian.
What to wear to Coachella?
You cannot really go wrong at Coachella with sandals such as our Hera and a funky outfit with lots of sparkles and personality. Be yourself and shine like a star!
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