| Is This Your Dilemma? Help! I need to find the perfect | | | | in the evening. Trying on your shoes at this time will |
| pair of shoes in size 12 to complement my gorgeous | | | | give you the most accurate size of your feet. |
| wedding gown. Do you have any advice on where | | | | 12. Remember to wear a pair of pantyhose when |
| and how I can find a online bridal shoe retailer or shoe | | | | trying on your bridal shoes. |
| store that will have a decent selection of bridal shoes | | | | 13. Make sure your feet are well-groomed before |
| in my size? If this is you, hopefully, these tips will ease | | | | trying on shoes. Trim those toenails. Why add an extra |
| a little of your anxiety and give you some information | | | | inch to your shoe size... |
| and help you find the perfect pair of shoes for your | | | | 14. Remember when choosing a shoe for your special |
| wedding day. | | | | day, select shoes that you can walk in comfortably. No |
| | | | need to by a pair of shoes with a 3 inch heel when |
| 1. Choose shoes that complement your dress. If you're | | | | you can barely stand in a pair of 2 inch heels. |
| headed to the Islands, pick up a pair of strappy sandals | | | | 15. Shop online for your special shoes. There are |
| or a pair of beaded mules. | | | | several online retailers that provide gorgeous shoes in |
| 2. Remember you'll be on your feet for several hours. | | | | your size. |
| Choose a pair of shoes that will give you plenty of | | | | 16. Always check out the return policy, you want to |
| room and comfort. | | | | make sure you can return the shoes if they don't fit. |
| 3. Choose a gorgeous pair of square-toe shoes with a | | | | 17. Shop for wedding shoes at these online retailers: |
| 1-inch heel for optimal comfort. | | | | Zappos.com, Nordstrom.com, eWeddingshoes.com, |
| 4. Select round-toe shoes, if you want you're feet to | | | | and 18. Save money by checking out They have a |
| appear smaller. | | | | great selection of shoes for you and your bridesmaids |
| 5. If you simply must wear high heels, give your feet a | | | | in larger sizes. |
| rest by slipping them into a pair of comfortable, foot | | | | 19. Shop at the following stores for a great selection of |
| massaging shoes or comfy slippers while you're taking | | | | shoes: DSW, JC Penny's, Nordstrom's, Payless Shoes, |
| pictures and greeting guest. | | | | Neiman Marcus, Macy's and Nine West. |
| 6. Cover those corns with cushy corn pads, to avoid | | | | 20. Always compare colors and swatches in natural |
| any discomfort on your special day. | | | | daylight. Florescent lighting has an effect on color that |
| 7. Break in those new shoes a couple weeks before | | | | tends to distort the true color. |
| your wedding by walking around the house. Your feet | | | | 21. Your bridesmaids should try to keep their dyed |
| will thank you. | | | | shoes dry. Fabric dyes are not waterproof and will |
| 8. Choose bridal shoes that will match the fabric and | | | | stain if they get wet. |
| texture of your wedding dress. If you have chosen a | | | | 22. Before you pay for your shoes, make sure both of |
| dress with satin material at the bottom, selecting a | | | | them are spotless. |
| shoe with a glossy finish or satin material will | | | | 23. If you've been a bridesmaid and have a pair or two |
| complement your dress perfectly. | | | | of dyeable shoes, don't throw them away. Dyed |
| 9. Try on several different styles of shoes (flats, heels, | | | | shoes can always be re-dyed a darker color. So if |
| mules, sandals) months before your wedding to get an | | | | you have a girlfriend who is constantly asked to be a |
| idea of the fit and style you're looking for. | | | | bridesmaid, but never a bride, tell her to save some |
| 10. Ask the sales clerk if the pair of shoes you want | | | | money by changing the color of her shoes. |
| will be available when you need them. This is important | | | | Enjoy your wedding day! It goes by so quickly. I hope |
| if you can't purchase them right away. | | | | you find these tips helpful. |
| 11. Try on shoes in the evening. Your feet tend to swell | | | | |