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Most Popular Wedding Shoe Designers in 2009

September 18, 2009 By Leave a Comment

dreamstime_10452648Most women love to shop for shoes. Brides are not an exception. In fact, many women believe that a wedding is one of the most important events that require shopping for a pair of beautiful and exquisite shoes. Even though the shoes will hardly be seen due to the length of the bridal gown, many brides opt to buy elegant designer shoes that would complete their look for that special day.

If you are looking for a pair of designer shoes to wear on your wedding event, it helps to know who the top wedding shoe designers for this year are. These bridal designer shoes are the top in the industry and many brides would be more than excited to walk down the aisle in these fantastic creations. Here are the top wedding shoe designers for the year 2009 in no particular order.

1. Vera Wang

Vera Wang’s bridal shoes are some of the most sought after wedding shoes not only in this country but in other parts of the world as well. Vera Wang shoes are described to be glamorous and ultra-feminine. The trademark shoes from this line are the t-strapped shoes with leather uppers and 3.25” heels adorned with glimmering glitters.

2. Kate Spade

Shoes by Kate Spade are known for their charm, elegance and traditional style. One of the most popular shoes from this designer is the Gali shoes, which are open toe white silk satin sling-back wedding shoes. This pair comes with a superb decorative bow with a rhinestone-studded brooch that certainly adds visual appeal to the already gorgeous shoes.

3. Delman

Delman shoes are all about beauty, style and unique quality. Selma shoes, one of the well-known pairs from this designer, comes with a delicate lattice design, and metallic silver leather accents. It is a nice break away from the norm in wedding shoes and is the perfect pair for a bride that is looking from something that is out of the ordinary and yet is beautiful and elegant.

3. Stuart Weitzman

Decopauge by Stuart Weitzman is another popular pair of wedding shoes that many brides want to get their hands on. This pair is made in Spain and it features 3.5” heels, two-piece uppers, Swarovski adornments and one large stone. This is truly the ultimate pair to complete your elegant ensemble.

4. Manolo Blahnik

One thing distinct about shoes from Blahnik is that they are not the typical wedding shoes. Manolo Blahnik shoes are more than simply stunning; their fabulous t-straps sandals are made of silver chainmail, metallic leather, and many rhinestones. They are so gorgeous you can wear them even after the wedding is over.

6. Benjamin Adams

Another household name in wedding shoes industry is Benjamin Adams, whose shoes are mainly described as stylish and comfortable. His shoes are available in a wide variety of unique designs that sets his shoes apart from the rest. Dyeable classic ivory satin and simple white satin are just some of the many colors available.

With so many brands to choose from, you can easily find one that fits your style. However, keep in mind that the designer’s name is just one among the many factors to consider when buying bridal shoes. More important than the name it carries are comfort and fit, to ensure that you find the perfect pair for you to use on big day.

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The uncanny connection between high heels and bridal flip flops

January 31, 2008 By Leave a Comment

Since a long time ago, the general public has always been fascinated with footwear. History is littered with some shoes that do not kill one’s pocket, but it has plunged shoe addicts into turmoil of pain. Half a century ago, the Chinese presumed that a woman’s feet must be small. It is a sign of beauty and a measure of status. So, the Chinese women would squeeze their feet into a size 2 shoe and tried to prevent them from growing. Mothers would put their daughters through hell as they would cram their daughter’s feet into these shoes during their tender age. As a result, their feet became seriously deformed and this process was never repeated again.

When the Chinese stops torturing their feet, the Westerners has just begun their carnage. High heels were not as bad as those Chinese Wrap Shoes but research has increasingly proven that it will have an adverse effect on the joints, knees and even the spine itself. However, this does not prevent them from strutting in their lovely heels for the whole day. They wear heels to work. They wear heels to events. They wear heels to shop for more heels! It is no longer unusual to see ladies having knee osteoarthritis, the breakdown of the articular cartilage within the joint. The cartilage acts like a cushion and a shock absorber. When it is broken down, the cushion is lost and your joints will be having a great time banging against each other.

As a result, everyone is trying to look for a pair of shoes that is comfortable that will not cause any damage to their joints whatsoever. Crocs began rolling in but for some it may be a bit too expensive. It is at the point of giving up when someone stumbled upon a pair of old flip flops. Hmm, they started thinking. It is cheap. It is comfortable. And my knee is no longer painful! Thus, flip flops was on its path to popularity.

Known as slippas in Hawaii, thongs in Australia, ojotas in Argentina, flip flops come in a lot of names and it is made out of numerous materials. It has always been worn since long time ago and it has once again picked up the pace. Surf brands like Quiksilver and Billabong has marketed flip flops with its usual wacky design. It is very comfortable. Believe me, I own a pair of Quiksilver flip flop myself. The only downside is that it is a bit costly for a simple pair of flip flops.

There is another market that no one really knows. Ever heard of bridal flip flops? These are specially made for brides to be worn beneath the wedding dress. Since most wedding gowns would not let you see even the toenails of your feet, brides have been secretly replacing heels and wedges for these simple flip flops. It is not only comfortable, but it is cheap as well. By the time the bride is expected to take off her garter in the evening, she had quickly replaced her simple flip flops with a pair of Charles and Keith.

Bridal flip flops normally come in the shade of white, pink or skin colored. They tend to avoid loud and bold colors as it may accidentally sneak out of the wedding gown. However, if you think it is too bland, get a glue gun, some rhinestone and sequins and you are prepared to have a great time making the bridal flip flop your very own.

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Bridal Shoes

October 2, 2007 By Leave a Comment

Be absolutely beautiful, but still feel comfortable when you slip on a pair of these gorgeous bridal shoes. Made by top designers in the latest styles with silks, satins and dyeable fabrics. 

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