Step it Up: Show-Stopping Shoes for Your Wedding Day and Beyond

Your wedding shoes shouldn't be an afterthought. Fabulous flats or sky-high stilettos, subtle or statement, get your big-day kicks with one of these standout pairs.

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Soft Shoes
A classic shape hits a just-right sophisticated note. Look for subdued hues, lovely lace, and feminine finishes.

Paul Andrew "Corsage" Nappa leather flat in Beige (available at Neiman Marcus).

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Strappy Sandal
KG Kurt Geiger "Grace" white high heel leather sandals.

Shiny Shoes
Metallic patent leather, a kiss of glitter, or a smattering of crystals will lend a flash of brilliance to your look.

Jimmy Choo "Tallula" sandal in gold mirror leather.

Glamorous Sparkle
Christian Louboutin Body Strass 120 in Nude Patent.

Statement Shoes
If you dare to dress from the shoes up (and, really, why not?), you'll find that an avant-garde pair amplifies any gown.

Bruno Magli light blue glitter fabric heel with Swarovski toe cage #EFIA 0558C (available at Net-a-Porter).

Bold Booties
Nine West "Enetta" open toe bootie in off-white leather.