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Wedding shoes are an essential part of every bride’s outfit. Although they may be hidden under the wedding dress most of the time, it doesn’t mean that they are less important than the wedding dress, veil or jewelry – just the opposite.

Many brides-to-be spend long hours searching for the right wedding shoes, and the choice is not always a good one.

Wedding shoes that are uncomfortable, chafing or don’t match well with other accessories can be an aspect that effectively spoils the joy of this important day.

One often hears the opinion that it is inappropriate to wear shoes other than heels to a wedding, and it is best if they are white high-heeled shoes.

As we know, not every woman likes to wear these shoes every day. Many of us avoid high heels because of the lack of comfort or untrained walking in such shoes. There is nothing wrong with this, of course.

On a wedding dress you can wear shoes on a flat sole, which will look beautiful, dressy and feminine. Most often choose a heel of 5 or even 12 cm. However, it is not uncommon to meet brides in ballet flats or even sneakers.

Remember that the final decision on the outfit is up to you. Choose wedding shoes that not only you like, but also comfortable in it.

There are many kinds of wedding shoes – ballet flats, loafers, sandals, high heels, pole shoes, etc. You should have no problem finding something for yourself. You will look beautiful in both high heels and flat soles.

Comfort or good looks?

Most women think that combining comfort and aesthetics in wedding shoes is impossible. Perhaps a dozen or so years ago, when access to certain items was very difficult, this was the case. Thankfully, times have changed.

Nowadays, you can choose from thousands of designer shoes, stationery and online stores. You are also not limited by your location. If you can’t find anything interesting in your city, the internet comes to the rescue.

Ideally, they should be able to not only ostoyt the rite of marriage in the church, but also the entire wedding.

Choosing shoes for the wedding, try to fit them as much as possible under the foot and pay attention to the material. It is not worth saving too much on this.

Poor quality shoes can quickly affect you when you are dancing or even just walking around. Insoles and gel patches can be a lifesaver if it turns out that the shoes are not as comfortable as they first seemed.

You can ask your maid of honor to have them in her purse during the wedding. Before the wedding and reception, it is advisable to remove your shoes.

Even a few weeks before the event, put the shoes on for a few minutes or even an hour and walk around the house in them. You can also take them to dance lessons if you are attending them with your fiancé.

Usually, after the first fitting, you already know whether the wedding shoes will be comfortable or not. However, to be disappointed, it is better to test them or even have them made to fit – the cost, of course, is correspondingly higher.

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Is it appropriate to wear pants to a wedding? https://www.louiseanderson.co.nz/is-it-appropriate-to-wear-pants-to-a-wedding/ Sat, 19 Aug 2023 07:27:00 +0000 https://www.louiseanderson.co.nz/?p=22 In ancient times, the division between women's and men's fashion was not so sharp, and many ancient peoples did not object to pants worn by women.

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In ancient times, the division between women’s and men’s fashion was not so sharp, and many ancient peoples did not object to pants worn by women.

The Middle Ages, however, reinforced this division. It wasn’t until the nineteenth century that change came with the first wave of feminism, although it was still a challenge to gain women’s right to wear pants.

With the advent of the women’s liberation movement, social change progressed, and for the suffragettes, pants and the right to wear them became a major weapon against oppression.

Harem pants were the first women’s pants, designed in 1909. They are wide, tied at the bottom with a ribbon. After World War I, they became an element of women’s fashion, but were still used on unusual occasions.

Then became popular at an avalanche speed, because celebrities such as Marlene Dietrich and Katharine Hepburn loved to wear them and widely popularized them throughout the civilized world.

Today you can even wear pants to a wedding. This is, of course, another crossing of boundaries and traditions, but not the first.

Why choose pants instead of a dress for a wedding?

Pants have their advantages, and we’ve known this since they started fighting to be a part of women’s fashion. First of all, properly adjusted, they allow more freedom of movement and also while sitting.

Secondly, you can afford more with them while dancing without fearing that someone will see your underwear when your partner wants to perform crazy acrobatics.

They are also more comfortable to sit in, you have more freedom of movement. Why else should you choose pants over dresses for your wedding? It’s to show your freedom of choice.

To show courage to cross boundaries. After all, properly selected and styled wedding pants can be just as feminine and elegant as a dress. Although it is still avant-garde!

Pants for the wedding – what to choose?

Wedding pants first of all should be made of quality material. Noble and practical. Pants will look great as fitted, and in a loose version.

If you have a slender figure with a clearly defined waist, you can choose pants that emphasize it and the line of the hips at the same time. They can also be narrower and slightly higher than the ankle, which will allow you to demonstrate elegant high heels.

Remember that high-waisted pants optically elongate the figure, so you can add a few centimeters to yourself! If you have a pear shape, choose cigarillos.

The most popular styles of wedding pants:

  • wide and airy palazzo;
  • elegant wide leg pants;
  • tapered down to the bottom;
  • piping, high-waisted, various lengths.

You have many possibilities to create unusual styles, relying on elegant wedding pants and their individual cut. If your wedding pants are monochrome, you can choose a blouse that sparkles with sequins, pearls or other embellishments.

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8 simple tips for choosing a dress https://www.louiseanderson.co.nz/8-simple-tips-for-choosing-a-dress/ Fri, 12 May 2023 06:50:00 +0000 https://www.louiseanderson.co.nz/?p=19 For those brides who are ready to say “Yes!” to a dress, but have never been to a dress fitting in a salon, we want to address these 8 simple tips that will make choosing a dress a real celebration!

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For those brides who are ready to say “Yes!” to a dress, but have never been to a dress fitting in a salon, we want to address these 8 simple tips that will make choosing a dress a real celebration!

Do your research

Before you make an appointment at the salon, familiarize yourself with the dresses that are
on the website. It is not necessarily that among the pictures of the catalog you will see the dress of your dreams (often the photo of the dress is able to reveal only a small part of the dress, and can not reflect how this dress will look like on you).

Think about the mood

You should not limit yourself to dresses of certain silhouettes, but you should think about what mood you would like for your image – for example, romantic, urban-chic, retro, provence.

Tune in to the beauty

Don’t be afraid to get confused among the charm of wedding dresses and try to get in the right mood to feel the impression of each outfit. Make marks, write down the names. The goal is to synchronize your wishes and come back to what you liked so much.

Speak

Be sure to say what you like and what you don’t like about each dress you try on. Very often it is your comments that allow them to capture your wishes and create the perfect dress and the most spectacular look.

Trust the consultant and his/her advice

We have seen hundreds of dresses, know our options and range perfectly, let us help you choose and do the job we love and know how to do 100%. Wear neutral lace-free underwear or silicone cups to your fitting – this will help you see the dress and how it will look on your wedding day.

Try and experiment

Don’t be reluctant to try on dresses that you may not like from a picture or from a first glance on the rack. In reality, each dress has its own value and beauty only when combined with you and your looks, and looks different on everyone.

Dance

Try to move in the dress, take a lap around the runway, or dance. Ask to sit down. Even if the dress is long, it is in movement that you can feel whether you like the look. If you are really comfortable, make a note, because comfort is almost the most important thing in the wedding day, do not deny yourself comfort for the sake of beauty!

Take with you only the closest person

Do not call all girlfriends or all relatives to the fitting, keep the secret of the image until the wedding day. Take your mother, sister or closest friend (it is better that the assistant was married and “did not try on your image” on you), the opinion from the outside will help you find the right dress, see the pros and cons. And spend time together in incredible pleasure!

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