The shoes you fall in love with
Every bride has a moment with her shoes. Maybe it is a pair of ivory satin stilettos with glossy red soles, the kind that flash every time you take a step. They look incredible in the photographs, and you should absolutely wear them.
But here is what I have learned from years of watching wedding dance floors: the shoes that look best at 3p.m. are not always the shoes that keep you dancing at 1a.m.
Five hours is a long time on your feet
Think about a typical wedding day. You stand for the ceremony, the photographs, the drinks reception and the greetings. Then, once dinner and speeches are done, Harlequin start playing and the real marathon begins. Between our three-hour live show and the DJ set that follows, you could be on the dance floor for five hours.
That is a lot of jumping, spinning and being lifted into the air by your cousins.
The brides who dance all night
The brides we remember most are the ones who never leave the floor. Almost every one of them has a secret: a second pair of shoes.
- Wear the stilettos for the big moments. The ceremony, the photographs, your entrance and your first dance.
- Switch for the party. A pair of embellished flats, low block heels or even stylish trainers can be waiting under the top table.
- Break them in early. Wear your wedding shoes around the house for a few weeks before the day.
- Pack a small comfort kit. Blister plasters, gel pads and a spare pair of tights can save the night.
- Think about the floor. Dance floors, marquees and old stone castles all feel very different underfoot. Ask your venue what you will be dancing on.
Do not forget the groom and the guests
Brand-new leather shoes can be just as painful. Grooms and groomsmen should break theirs in too. Some couples even leave a basket of flip-flops or slippers beside the dance floor for guests. It is a small touch, and it keeps everyone dancing until the last song.
Comfort is what makes the memories
Nobody remembers sore feet in the photographs, but everyone remembers the bride who danced every song. Choose shoes that make you feel beautiful, and a second pair that lets you dance like nobody is watching.
We will take care of the music. You just bring your dancing shoes.