When it comes to your wedding day outfit, a lot of emphasis is naturally put on the dress. Yet in many ways, the shoes you wear are just as important – which is why we love Jimmy Choo wedding shoes. After all, if you choose the wrong pair, then it could seriously affect how you feel. There’s certainly no bigger confidence killer than feeling like a toddler wearing her mummy’s high heels, tottering down the aisle or worse, tripping up. On the other hand, you don’t want to choose something so boringly comfortable that you’re embarrassed about them peeping out from underneath your skirt.
So, what to bear in mind when shopping for wedding shoes? Firstly, practice makes perfect. Don’t kid yourself that a totally uncomfortable pair will ever become comfortable, but equally, do take the time to walk around in them before the big day so that you soften the leather slightly. This will help avoid pesky blisters. Make sure you think about the heel height and be realistic about whether or not you can manage in them all day. If you’re a high heel virgin, your wedding day is not the time to suddenly go for 5-inch stilettos. You might want to consider buying more than one pair, so you’ve got a lower or more solid heel for the evening, or even indulging in some bling trainers, so that you can definitely dance all night.
For many women, bridal shoes are also a great excuse to indulge in some designer magic – something that you wouldn’t usually wear day to day. It’s your Cinderella moment, after all – the fabulous glass slipper fits, you’re marrying your handsome prince. So who better to choose than Jimmy Choo for your wedding shoes? Synonymous with luxury, the brand has been a byword for serious style ever since Carrie Bradshaw uttered the immortal ‘I’ve lost my Choo!’ in Sex and the City.
If you can’t find what you want amongst the Jimmy Choo wedding collection or its ‘Icons’ – the styles hand-chosen by creative director Sandra Choi as being the house’s most timeless designs – then the Made to Order service is for you. With 30 silhouettes, 50 colourways and 13 fabrications, plus customisation like adding your initials, it’s ideal for those who have a very exact idea of what they want in their head and can’t find it in store – and it only takes 8-10 weeks from design to delivery.
Here’s our edit of the 10 best Jimmy Choo bridal shoes plus which bride they are perfect for.
For the fairytale bride… The Crystal Slipper
Calling all princesses! The Crystal Slipper is the ultimate fairytale wedding shoe. Evoking the romance of an 18th century Rococco court shoe, it boasts hand-applied Swarovski crystals. Not one to be hidden underneath long skirts, this style is ideal if you want your shoes to do most the talking…
CRYSTAL SLIPPER 85, £4,000
For a hint of glitz… the Bing
One of Jimmy Choo’s ‘Icon’ styles, the Bing has been a best-seller since it was first launched, with its instantly recognisable crystal strap. We love this mule version – no ankle rubbing here – plus the eternally chic pointed toe design.
BING 100 MULES, £850
For the simply stylish bride… the Romy
The quintessential ivory satin pump, these pointy-toed heels are exactly what we think of when we picture wedding shoes. Great for elongating legs, we think they look amazing with a simple mini dress or white tuxedo for a city hall wedding.
ROMY 100, £595
For the bride who wants to show off her legs… the Saeda
Featuring a crystal ankle chain and crystal embellishment designed to look like jewellery, the Saeda heels are made to be shown off! This makes them perfect for brides whose dresses are on the shorter side.
SAEDA 100, £875
For the Maximalist bride… the Sacaria
Featuring all-over pearl embellishment, these platform heels with a peep toe are ideal for brides who are going for a more-is-more aesthetic – or who want their shoes to steal the show!
SACARIA/PF 120, £1,595
For the bride who wants to wear flats… the Attila
Completely encrusted in crystals, and featuring a beautiful floral crystal embellishment on the toe, these are the perfect Cinderella shoes for the bride who hates heels (or just wants to be more comfortable when dancing).
ATTILA FLATS, £3,500
For the fashion-forward bride… the Anise
If you’re looking for something a little bit different, and that you can crucially wear again, then the Anise is a great choice. In a dusty glitter fabric with a square open toe design, they are not only a conversation-starter on your wedding day but would look just as good at a summer party with a floral dress or during the festive season with velvet trousers.
ANISE 95, £675
For the bride who wants comfy, low heels… the Elisa
A classic design that you can easily wear again, the Elisa features a sturdy low heel and square toe, making it one of the most comfortable shoes you could choose! With a slightly Sixties feel to the Mary Jane style, vintage brides will love them.
ELISA 45, £625
For the destination wedding… the Heloise
When the terrain is a little trickier (think: sand or grass) and the weather a lot more tropical, than say, the Cotswolds in May, then the Heloise is great. Featuring a chunky cork platform wedge with ankle straps, they’re very easy to walk in, while the knotted open toe detail adds a frisson of romance.
HELOISE WEDGE 95, £695
For the athleisure bridal moment… the Diamond Maxi F II
And finally, what bride doesn’t want a major trainer moment?! Whether for the getting ready bridal suite or the end of the night, the Diamond Maxi with its crystal-embellished back panel is Instagram gold.
DIAMOND MAXI F/ II £1,125
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