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Oct. 17 - Oct. 22, 2004 |
If that Shoe Fits
Bridal footwear is still very much up to personal style
By Francesca Iacobelli
Originally Published: 2004-09-19
As with any carefully planned outfit, bridal shoes must match the ensemble in some way. Despite the fact that friends and relatives may see the shoes for only a split second (depending on how long it takes to get the garter off in front of 300 people), they must still represent the bride's character and sense of style.
There is no "right" or "wrong" shoe for a wedding, as they come in almost every shape. Brides also have their choice of open-, round- or pointed-toe shoes and heels as high as three inches. Where bridal shoe fashions have altered slightly in the past few seasons, the trend now turns towards more skin and less constricting styles.
The Fall 2004 and Spring 2005 seasons have included a number of dramatic sandals as part of the bridal look. Stores across North America have been stocking up on sandals as more and more women opt away from the traditional pump.
The sandal has gained in popularity for a number of reasons, not the least of which is how sexy it looks on any foot. They also come in a variety of low-heeled styles for brides who expect to do a lot of dancing during the night. A basic open-toe sandal invokes a kind of nostalgic feel to a bridal ensemble, reminiscent of the 1960s. Even a simple woven strap is an attractive way to personalize a sandal while retaining its classic charm.
If the colour matches perfectly and there is no need to dye the new shoes, brides can opt for a dramatic and sexy decorative element. Sandals offer the opportunity to wrap ribbons or other straps up the leg, but this season, the detail is on the strap. Beading is popular on sandals, but waves of brides are adding striking crystals to their shoes for added appeal. Sergio Rossi's Fall/Winter 2004 collection includes a silver kid skin sandal featuring a large crystal flower on the central straps.
Bridal shoes can feature any number of elements, ranging from flowers to butterflies to multi-coloured rhinestones. These little details do not necessarily have to match the dress exactly, but definitely add a dramatic element to an often over-looked or downplayed feature of the bride's look.
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