Alongside your dress and jewellery, as well as something borrowed, blue, old and new, your shoes are a key element of your wedding ceremony look.
If you’re in the midst of planning the big day and have a to-do list as long as your arm, the last thing you want is to spend hours trawling the internet in search of the perfect footwear. That’s where we come in.
From the luxury market leaders Jimmy Choo and Manolo Blahnik to high street brands Charles & Keith and Kurt Geiger, countless labels across the board offer their own iteration of bridal shoes - so there’s definitely a style out there that will make you say ‘I Do’.
The first rule? You want to feel your best. Some may prefer to strut down the aisle in a pair of towering stilettos that elevate them to new heights, whilst others would rather meander to the altar in some laid-back trainers. Either way, these labels have both options covered, with mules, kitten heels, ballet flats and platforms somewhere in-between.
You can choose from statement-making crystal embellishments or classic ivory satin, sophisticated pearl details or all-over metallic designs, the good news is that whichever you select, these brands will ensure you’re stepping into your next chapter in style.
See the bridal footwear brands to know below
Jimmy Choo
Price: £££
If you’re in the market for heels with elevated design details, look no further than Jimmy Choo. Taffeta bows? Check. Glitter encrusted? Check. Pearl embellishments? Check. Or, if you’re a more understated bride, it’s a collection that also includes more subtle satin, metallic and patent designs.
Buy now, Jimmy Choo
Dune
Price: £
Dune is a go-to for first-rate footwear at a more affordable price point. Thanks to its range of classic white styles in stiletto, flat, court and slingback silhouettes - to name a few - it’s a comprehensive collection that guarantees every bride will be covered on their special day.
Buy now, Dune
Manolo Blahnik
Price: £££
Featured in Sex and The City, Gossip Girl and The Devil Wears Prada, you’re sure to have heard of Manolo Blahnik. For a pair of wedding shoes even Carrie Bradshaw would be proud of, this is the place to go.
Whether you prefer the label’s signature crystal buckle front-and-centre or would rather have a jewel-adorned strap, the breadth of options available means your wish will be the London-based label’s command.
Buy now, Selfridges
Malone Souliers
Price: ££-£££
Known for its iconic strap detailing, London-based shoemaker Malone Souliers manufactures its luxury collections with expert artisans based in Italy. As you would expect, the bridal designs feature the brand’s signature detail, and are available in lace, leather and satin as well as in a range of hues from burgundy to white. For those who hate a heel, they have a great flat option, too.
Buy now, Malone Souliers
Monsoon
Price: £
The high street hero for bridalwear, Monsoon’s collection of wedding shoes is at once wallet-friendly, sleek and stylish. From feathers to faux pearls, diamantes to crystals, it’s a range that ticks all of the boxes.
Buy now, Monsoon
Charles & Keith
Price: £-££
Designing fashion-forward shoes that won’t break the bank is Charles & Keith’s MO - and this philosophy extends to its bridal collection too.
With lace, silver, gem-embellished and geometric-heel designs on offer, you’ll be strutting down the aisle in style.
Buy now, Charles & Keith
Harrods
Price: £££
If you want to play the bridal footwear field, Harrods offer a great selection of high-end brands, from Christian Louboutin to Mach & Mach.
Maybe you want to make a statement with an iridescent stiletto, or perhaps you’d like to check off your ‘something new’ and ‘something blue’ in one fell swoop, either way, the retailer is sure to offer the perfect design for you.
Buy now, Harrods
Kurt Geiger
Price: ££
If you’re into a bit of glitz and glam, Kurt Geiger should be on your radar. One for the more contemporary brides, expect diamanté-embellishment, PVC, square toes and statement studs. Sitting at the upper end of the high street, the prices are more wallet-friendly than the luxury brands - and the quality is great too.
Buy now, Kurt Geiger
Russell & Bromley
Price: ££-£££
Russell & Bromley’s wedding edit boasts everything from gold to silver, ivory to blue, all in contemporary yet sophisticated silhouettes.
For those who want some extra height, the British brand delivers a strong selection of platform-heeled sandals, as well as of-the-moment heeled mules and classic stilettos.
Buy now, Russell & Bromley
Christian Louboutin
Price: £££
Any discerning wedding guest who catches a glimpse of the signature red sole of your Louboutin heels as you walk down the aisle is sure to be impressed.
Better yet, if stilettos are likely to make your feet scream SOS by the time the party starts, the French label offers a selection of comfortable trainers for a more dancefloor-friendly solution.
Buy now, Selfridges
NEOUS
Price: £££
Timeless bridal design is NEOUS’ forte. The brand incorporates delicate details into its collections, such as ruching, lace and crossover straps for consumers to covet. Neutral cream and ivory colour schemes complement classic bridalwear, which can be reworn for summer parties after the big day. Ideal for the bride who favours quiet luxury.
Buy now, NEOUS
NODALETO
Price: £££
“I’m not a regular bride, I’m a cool bride.” Radiate cool-girl charisma in a pair of NODALETOs on your big day. The brand started out with chunky, patent Mary Jane silhouettes and has since formulated a stunning bridal collection. The Bulla Baby is the most popular model, but there’s always the Bulla Sofia and the Bulla Ness to consider. Regardless of your choice, you’ll automatically establish yourself as a style connoisseur in a pair of pristine NODALETOs.
Buy now, Net-A-Porter
