DevilsHeaven (aka my wedding date twin!) asks:
I’m torn about my wedding shoes. My “foundation garment” comes equipped with garters for thigh highs, which I think would make me feel supper sexy on my wedding day. However, that would mean closed toe shoes, which I think would add to the hot factor, and I’m talking as in HEAT not the Paris Hilton “That’s HOTT” factor.
When discussing this with a friend she was horrified that I would consider wearing an open toe shoe in late October. But I see no issue with it. Is late October TOO late for open toes?
Horrified? Then don’t send her to my blog! In case you don’t remember, my late October wedding would not be complete without my VERY open-toe wedding shoes:
Personally, I wear open-toe until the cold and rainy-ness of early winter hits. Do you remember last October? It was gorgeous 70-degree weather till almost the end. (Cross your fingers it happens again this year!) If weather permits, feel free to wear open-toe.
However!
If you do choose to go with a foundation garment and thigh highs, then you must absolutely, positively NOT wear open-toe shoes with your stockings, less you want to commit the ultimate fashion faux pas on your wedding day. I shudder at the thought. Stockings + open-toe shoes are always a don’t.
That being said, I think it’s important that you feel your most beautiful/sexy on your wedding day so if the garters and thigh highs do that for you I say go for it. If the weather is warm, you’re going to be hot because of the stockings, not the shoes so you might as well do the whole package.
I’m assuming you’re going with a white shoe, and some closed-toe options include these dainty heels (not to high for optimum dancing time):
Godiva by Coloriffics, $67
Or a simple pointy toe like these:
Bernice by Touch Ups, $55.
Personally, I’ve found that there’s an abundance of beautiful open-toe wedding shoes in everything for d’orsay to strappy sandals. If you decided to go with an open shoe you will have no shortage of ones to choose from. Some of my favorites include:
Mardi by RSVP, $65
If you have the cash, adorn your tootsies in some SW glam:
Sashay by Stuart Weitzman, $280
Whatever you do, don’t let someone else dictate your shoe choice for the big day — not even me! If you find something you love, get it. It’s the one day in your life when it’s all about you! (OK, OK, and your husband too.)
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May 7, 2008 at 8:14 am
Melissa
Those red Nine West pumps are exactly what I wore just two days ago at my wedding. They looked awesome and everyone loved them! It was just enough of a statement.
I also agree with NO stockings with open-toed shoes no matter how many times Elle tries to convince me otherwise.
May 7, 2008 at 8:53 am
Rachel
Great advice! I love those red shoes! I also agree that open-toed shoes can be worn until it’s too cold to wear them, and I agree with No stockings with open-toed shoes!
May 7, 2008 at 9:20 am
Jess
Um, I am totally considering wearing strappy sandals for my November 1 wedding! Open toe shoes are nothing compared to that. I mean, as long as your toes don’t freeze off, who cares about the season? Wear what you like!
May 7, 2008 at 9:33 am
Laurie
I generally stop wearing open-toed shoes when it gets cold – but formal occasions are always the exception!
And when you’re the bride, there are no rules!
May 7, 2008 at 9:33 am
DevilsHeaven
Thanks Molly! I knew I could count on you! Your red shoes are so pretty!
And I think those Godivas are actually on my list of considerations! I knew the stockings and open toe was a serious NO-NO, I cringe everytime my dear sweet mother does it. *eye roll*
I’ll certainly let you know what I go with! I need to get my shop-on!
May 7, 2008 at 9:49 am
heatherdc
I am always up for a beautiful open-toed shoe, regardless of weather. Although snow on the ground can be a deal-breaker, ehhh. Those red shoes…..SO beeeautiful.
May 7, 2008 at 10:48 am
kristin
October is NEVER to late for open toed shoes. I wore open toed shoes with a tea length bridesmaid dress (with spaghetti straps) on december 17.
i froze. but the bride was happy.
May 7, 2008 at 11:00 am
crystall
You are clearly in the wrong profession Molly.
May 7, 2008 at 11:32 am
Kat
I love, love, love the Sashay by Stuart Weitzman.OMG your blog is total shoe porn for women.
May 7, 2008 at 12:57 pm
Anna
Open toe all year, as far as I’m concerned, and I live where it is still chilly here in the mornings in MAY!
May 7, 2008 at 3:31 pm
JenBun
Great advice, as always, my dear! 🙂
May 7, 2008 at 3:53 pm
Darcie
Not really about the shoes but if she’s wearing thighhighs attached to a garter with underwear underneath, she’s going to have a heck of a time going pee under the dress and all those attachments. Just a thought that I would throw out there. You know me, always concerned about a bride going pee properly.
May 7, 2008 at 3:54 pm
Darcie
But then again – much easier then full blown pantyhose…
May 9, 2008 at 12:21 am
Melissa
Test.
May 9, 2008 at 12:23 am
Melissa
Test2… Sorry Molly Don’t know why my comments are acting weird,,
May 10, 2008 at 8:26 am
Sara Jane
Your wedding, your rules. Wear whatever makes you feel amazing!