The Best Wedding Shoes for 2025 Brides
Words by Eleanor Hibberd and Sophia Miller
Cold feet? Far from it. Elegant wedding shoes by the likes of Jimmy Choo, Christian Louboutin and Amina Muaddi will stand you in good stead on your big day and beyond – no matter what aesthetic is shaping your bridal mood board. Prepare to step into your new life in style.
The Embellished Pair
With this bling, I thee wed... Whether you’re a longtime champion of ‘more is more’ or you want to spruce up a pared-back gown, the moment calls for adornments aplenty. Pearls, glitter and crystal trimmings all rise to the occasion – it’s not every day you’re the centre of attention, so enjoy! Styles like Jimmy Choo’s Stevie pumps and Gianvito Rossi’s Rania mules are made with brides in mind.
The Minimalist Pair
Point-toe courts, elegant slingbacks and strappy sandals are all befitting of a classic bride. Free of decoration, simple silhouettes like Christian Louboutin’s Miss Z pumps or Aquazzura’s So Nude heels are archetypal choices and make a chic match for any bridal ensemble – perfect if you’re planning an outfit change (or two).
The Cool-Girl Pair
If you wear your fashion nous like a badge of honour, you’ll want to put your best foot forward on your big day. The coolest brides of 2025 won’t be conforming to the classics – instead, they’ll look to the likes of lace, buckles and mesh to give their wedding ensembles an unexpected edge. Our names to know? Alaïa, Jil Sander and Neous for starters...
The Comfortable Pair
It’s important to feel at ease on your wedding day, so if heels aren’t your thing, stick to what you know. Flats are big news right now, so you won’t find yourself short of options – Roger Vivier’s Belle Vivier pumps and Jimmy Choo’s beaded Elme flats feel just as elegant as heels, while trending Mary Janes from Alaïa and Miu Miu are an editor-approved option for an after-party look.
The Pair You’ll Wear Again
If it’s future mileage you’re looking for from your bridal shoes, you may want to steer clear of pure-white pairs, stainable satin finishes and extra trimmings. Find alternatives in versatile nude tones from Alevì or Amina Muaddi, or go glam with metallic silver or gold styles that will find infinite uses at future events.
The Something-Blue Pair
A marriage of tradition and modernity, blue shoes to the tune of René Caovilla and more will raise no objections from us. Crossing off your ‘something blue’ from the famous rhyme, these fun and fashion-forward statements will stand you apart from the bridal norm. They were good enough for Carrie Bradshaw – so consider us interested.
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