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Choosing your wedding shoes is one of the key moments when preparing for your big day. They are the pair that will take you from the ceremony to the final moments of the evening – and that you will enjoy wearing again afterwards. From the shape and heel height to the colour and style of the ceremony, there are several things to consider. At Pied de Biche, our occasion shoes are made in Portugal from carefully selected leathers, designed to be worn on your wedding day and long after. Whether you are the bride, groom, a member of the wedding party or a guest, you will find our essential tips here to help you make the right choice.
For the big day, choose men's wedding shoes that are both stylish...
Heeled sandals, pumps or flat sandals: each style has its own character. The right choice depends first and foremost on your outfit, the venue and what you are used to wearing. Heeled sandals bring a light, elegant feel and work just as well for a city ceremony as for an outdoor wedding. Pumps offer a more structured look for formal ceremonies, while flat sandals are a comfortable choice for outdoor weddings.
The choice of colour mainly depends on your dress and the look you want to create. Gold and champagne shades are among the easiest to pair and can easily be worn again after the wedding. Ivory and off-white complement dresses in similar shades, while blush pink adds a soft touch. Several of our signature styles, such as Maé and Iléana, are available in different colours, making it easier to find the shade that best complements your outfit.
The venue, season and schedule of the day will naturally influence your choice of shoes. Here are a few guidelines to help you decide.
| Ceremony style | Recommended shoes |
|---|---|
| Classic ceremony | Pumps, mid- or high-heeled sandals in ivory, champagne or gold shades. |
| Bohemian or countryside wedding | Mid-heeled sandals or flat sandals, ideal for walking on grass or paths. |
| Civil wedding or non-religious ceremony | Mary Janes, low-heeled pumps, heeled sandals or flat sandals, depending on the style of your outfit. |
| A wedding by the sea or in a garden | Flat sandals or block heels, which are more comfortable on soft ground than thin heels. |
Being part of the wedding party means spending much of the day alongside the bride and groom, so comfort is just as important as elegance. Gold, nude or blush pink shades pair easily with occasionwear while keeping the focus on the bride. Above all, choose a pair of shoes that you will feel comfortable wearing throughout the day.
Wear your shoes several times before the wedding to allow the leather to soften naturally. Choose a heel height that you are already comfortable walking in: a lower heel or flat sandal will often be more comfortable if you rarely wear heels. Some brides also plan a second pair of shoes for the evening.
