The Ultimate Guide to How to Pick Wedding Shoes based on Wedding Dress Styles
Whether it's a perfect match or tasteful complement, the right pair of wedding shoes should feel like the missing piece to complete the bridal look of your wildest dreams. Since we’ve got you covered for comfort, all you’ll need to focus on is finding the pair that suits your venue and fits your vision! Find your dress style below for personally tailored options that vibe with the look you’re going for.
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A-Line Dress
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Ball Gown
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Mermaid Dress
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Trumpet Dress
Style: A-Line Dress
Simply sweet and always on-trend, the A-line dress is fitted at the bodice with a gradual flare that resembles the shape of an “A”. This timeless baddie lives at the top of our list for a reason - it looks good on every bride, works for almost every wedding setting, and can be styled to match any aesthetic.
Wedding Shoes for A-Line Dresses: Meet Your Matches
Sophia, a romantic lace heel
Delicate texture mirrors the gentle and romantic a-line dress structure.
Andie, a pointed-toe pump
A sleek shape elongates your legs, complementing a soft a-line silhouette.
Palmer, a low block heel
Extra stable for outdoor weddings – both elegant and easy to wear.
The most iconic and dramatic wedding dress silhouette, made famous by Cinderella herself. The ball gown gives royal fairytale romance with a full skirt that contrasts a fitted bodice. It’s versatile, adaptable, and the best part? You can get down in a ball gown all night on the dance floor. (Even after midnight!)
Wedding Shoes for Ball Gown Dresses: Meet Your Matches
Norah, an ornate crystal heel
Even if they’re not always visible, dreamy sparkles add extra fairytale magic.
Serafina, a chunky platform heel
Balance a heavy skirt with supportive height that doesn’t sink into the dress.
Campbell, a timeless slingback pump
Classic luxury complements the formal richness of the gown fabric.
Pro-Tip: With a statement-making voluminous skirt, your shoes will be a special “peek-a-boo!” surprise under your dress for most of your event. They’ll have moments to shine when walking, dancing and in your wedding day photography!
Style: Mermaid Dress
Tastefully glamorous and statement-making, the mermaid dress is fitted from the chest to knees with a flirty, dramatic flare at the bottom. This sleek and sultry shape naturally highlights your lower half to give your shoes extra attention. We love a sassy lil shoe spotlight!
Wedding Shoes for Mermaid Dresses: Meet Your Matches
Joselyn, a mesh lace heel
Add botanical sensuality with a peek of texture and a hint of sparkle.
Pro-Tip: Heel height makes all the difference! You want enough lift to manage the gown’s train gracefully without compromising comfort. Think of them as your perfect pedestal to keep you lifted into place as planned all night!
A classic Hollywood soft glamour icon, the trumpet dress gives a gracefully form-fitting silhouette that flares mid-thigh for a more natural and less dramatic shape than a mermaid dress. Structured, but soft with timeless elegance and class – it’s giving total red carpet starlet energy.
Wedding Shoes for Trumpet Dresses: Meet Your Matches
Style: Sheath Dress
Simple, but never boring. The sheath dress is perfect for the effortless it-girl, made with a slim cut narrow silhouette that naturally skims your figure. This understated shape gives minimalistic elegance that’s trendy, tasteful and absolutely Instagramable. The sheath dress makes simplicity so chic.
Shoes to Wear with Sheath Wedding Dresses: Meet Your Matches
Dorothy, a sleek pointed pump
Sharpen a simple silhouette with minimalistic clean lines.
Emery, a dainty strap heel
Delicate and pretty with pearls you’ll want in every detail shot.
Pro-Tip: The longer and slimmer your sheath dress, the more you'll want to consider a taller, height-adding heel, like a pump or sleek stiletto! This will help to keep natural balance and fluidity.
Dreaming of floating down the aisle like a fairy? The empire waist gown features a high waist that sits right at the bust, flowing effortlessly to the floor. The light, ethereal aesthetic and simple silhouette open a realm of options for romantic whimsy and vintage fairycore charm.
Wedding Shoes for Empire Waist Dresses: Meet Your Matches
Lilia, a pearl strap sandal
Delicate and dreamy with pearl framed toes. It’s giving goddess.
Pro-Tip: Going for a vintage-inspired look? Metallics and/or embroidered textures will be your BFF to complement the dress’s historical nods – metallic accents were often found in vintage embroidery. To add a modern twist, choose a pointed-toe flat or mule to balance tradition with contemporary elegance.
Style: Tea-Length Dress
Flirty, playful, and fun, the tea-length dress flaunts a sassy but chic knee-to-ankle length that says goodbye to boring. Keep your energy as high as your hemline with a retro inspired look that highlights your heels. If you ask us, your shoes should always be a main character.
The Best Shoes for Tea Length Wedding Dresses: Meet Your Matches
Lisbeth, a t-strap heel
A pearl and silk combo tied with a bow like a gift to your ankles.
Everly, a pointed toe flat
Garden goddess flats keep it extra comfy, but totally whimsical.