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1. A pair of pointed-toe pumps with an asymmetric strap so you can shimmy and shake in shoes with looks that can kill, but won't kill your feet.
FYI, these are included in Prime Try Before You Buy, so you can give them a trial run if you're a member!
Promising review: "These heels were exactly what I was looking for with the outfit I wore for a family formal wedding. They were comfortable right out of the box and I wore them the entire event while dancing majority of the time. I was very impressed. No blisters or sore feet the next day either. I receive many compliments on these shoes when I wear them. I highly recommend." —Dana Lynn Kriha
Get them from Amazon for $35.72+ (available in regular sizes 5–12, wide sizes 6–12, and in eight colors).
2. Classic ankle strap sandals to see you through the entire wedding gamut — from the bridal shower to the post-wedding brunch — thanks to its understated, go-with-everything silhouette.
Promising review: "These are the best shoes in the entire world. I wore them for a rehearsal dinner and in the wedding back to back nights with zero pain. I was able to wear them all night no issues or blisters. My feet didn't hurt at ALL and I am usually such a baby. I am a teacher and on my feet all day and have even wore them to work twice with no issues." —PineappleGirl514
Get them from Nordstrom for $89 (available in sizes 5–12, two widths, and four styles).
3. Breathable Skechers wedge sandals because how else are you going to get through cocktail hour and a night of dancing without a dress-to-impress kind of shoe you can easily stand in for hours?
FYI, this is included in Prime Try Before You Buy so you can give them a trial run if you're a member!
Promising review: "Lightweight, comfy sole. All around most comfortable shoe I have ever worn. Danced for hours and never once thought of taking these shoes off. Wore to a wedding and days later dressed down with jeans. Sincerely most comfortable wedge heel I have ever worn." —Renee Harris
Get them from Amazon for $49.95+ (available in regular sizes 5–12, wide sizes 6–11, and in eight colors).
4. Or these low wedge sandals with stretchy elastic straps that'll absorb foot sweat and are great for people with wide feet, different-sized feet, or bunions.
Promising review: "I wore these to a wedding and they were so comfortable to use all night long. They went with a variety of colors so I could wear it with my dress rehearsal outfit as well, which made packing easier too! They’re stretchy, but not so much so that it’s an issue and the back did not dig in at all." —Ftangre
Get them from Amazon for $34.99 (available in sizes 5–11 and in nine colors).
5. Chunky platform ankle strap heels available in tons of fun colors if you're looking to (literally) take your look to the next level.
Promising review: "If you're on the fence about these shoes, let this be your decision. BUY THE SHOES!!!!! I am absolutely in love with the color and fit of these heels! I have gotten so many compliments and they are so comfortable. I wore them to a family member's wedding and never took them off once while dancing :)." —Molly G.
Get them from Lulus for $42 (available in sizes 5–11 and in 13 colors).
6. Snazzy heeled slip-ons with trendy braided straps for a versatile staple that can be dressed down for the dress rehearsal, dressed up for the wedding night, and worn long after the weekend has passed.
Promising review: "I’ve never found heels that I can actually wear all night long until these beauties came into my life. I last-minute ordered these for my sister’s wedding that I was MOH in. They arrived the night before the wedding so I brought a backup pair of heels with me thinking these would crap out on me an hour into wearing them. I was wrong! I danced all night and was the only bridesmaid who never took their heels off during the night! I had two weddings the following weekend and again wore them all day and night with zero discomfort! So impressed with the comfort and quality of these heels!" —Ashley Navarro
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in sizes 6–10 and in 25 designs).
7. Dramatic lace-up heels so you can ~strap in~ for an unforgettable night with unforgettable shoes that'll make your fellow guests swoon.
8. Chic Toms cutout sandals with breathable fabric straps and a stacked heel to strike the perfect balance between sophisticated style and crucial walkability.
FYI, this is included in Prime Try Before You Buy so you can give them a trial run if you're a member!
Promising review: "I was surprised how much I loved wearing these heels. I hadn't ever worn them, but took them with me for my friend's wedding weekend festivities. Wore them for several days without ANY issues! Other than my feet getting warm and swelling (not at fault of the shoes), and that's when I wanted to get out of the shoes. Otherwise, these heels were so comfortable and cute!!! Very much recommend!" —kmark
Get them from Amazon for $64.05+ (available in sizes 5–12 and in 10 colors).
9. Heeled open-toe embroidered booties because this casual, farmhouse-style wedding is on a literal farm, and stilettos just feel...wrong.
Artesanías Camila is a Carthage, Texas-based shop from Blanca Olivera. All of their Mexican-inspired huaraches, bags, hats, and apparel are handmade, beautifully intricate, and 100% joy-inducing.
Promising review: "These shoes are beyond adorable. I have many shoes from this company and everyone of them are great quality. Will continue to order many more from them." —Becky
Get them from Artesanías Camila on Etsy for $66.40 (originally $83; available in sizes 5–10).
10. Versatile lace-up loafers with more than 95,000 5-star ratings that reviewers say are remarkably lightweight, easy to slip on and off, and super flexible — sort of like if a slipper and a sneaker got together and had a best-of-both-worlds baby.
Promising review: "I bought these shoes for my wedding. I had to order a half size up. They are the most comfortable shoes I have ever worn! I will be buying more pairs. They are cute and went very well with my dress. I recommend getting these for any occasion. I wore them on my honeymoon as well because they are so lightweight and comfortable. Highly recommend." —Deana
Get them from Amazon for $35.98+ (available in sizes 5–11 and in 80 styles).
11. Trendy strappy heels if you're a lover of all things retro from the flared block heel and glittering rhinestones to the so-'90s square toe.
Promising review: "Bought these for a wedding. I loved the green color and they were very comfortable. They fit true to size and the straps across the top of the foot were not too tight. I received a lot of compliments on them!" —chrisdwc
Get them from DSW for $34.98+ (available in sizes 6–11 and in green and purple).
12. Rustic open-toed clogs with a grippy rubber outsole for a shockingly comfortable option that can handle every type of terrain this wedding season might throw at you — cobblestone, grass, slippery tile, you name it!
Promising review: "I bought these shoes to wear to a wedding, and did not have time to wear them at all prior to the event. Even so, I was able to wear them for over six hours without blisters or discomfort! I think they’re very cute and will dress down nicely as well." —Brenna S.
Get them from Nisolo for $170 (available in sizes 5–11 and in five colors).
13. Minimalist metallic sandals so you can still feel like your finest, fanciest self whether you're attending a beach wedding or have just been burned by heels too many time before.
A lot of reviewers recommend ordering a half-size up from your usual size!
Promising review: "Beautiful elegant sandals. I wore them with a silk chiffon maxi to my daughter's wedding. Wore them all day right out of the box and didn't think about my feet all day. The white color looked stunning." —Kimberly C Keefe
Get them from Amazon for $49.96 (available in sizes 5–13 and in 10 colors).
14. Novel spherical heeled sandals to wow the crowd with a shoe that's jam-packed with ALLLL the trendiness — lace-up straps, transparent toe strap, and that heel!!! It's almost too cute to handle.
Get them from Aldo for $90 (available in sizes 5–11 and in black or champagne).
15. Artisan crafted embroidered block heels that look like they belong in an IRL fairy tale, but not the one where a certain shoe gets lost. You won't ever want to be without these beauties once you've tried them on.
Miss Tapestry is an Etsy shop selling handcrafted shoes with detailed embroidery.
Promising review: "I adore these shoes. I wore them to my wedding last week. I normally can’t wear heels for over an hour but I danced all night in these with no pain in my feet, thank goodness! I’ve never owned such fabulous shoes, and probably won’t ever again. I will wear them all the time. Many friends asked after them and I have recommended your shoes as highly as I can." —Dakotah
Get them from Miss Tapestry on Etsy for $39.90 (available in sizes 5–9 and in three colors).
16. Low slingback kitten heels because you and I both know that a high heel isn't necessary to earn high marks for your A+ style.
Promising review: "Fit as expected! Color was perfect! I wore them six hours for a wedding and they never hurt my feet!" —Amazon Customer
Get them from Amazon for $35.99+ (available in sizes 6–11 and in 11 colors).
17. Comfortable knit block heels equipped with actual arch support and a no-rub heel patch that you'll never want to take off, even after dancing up a storm. Bonus — they're machine washable, so you can wear them to next weekend's wedding even if you spill a wee bit of wine on your tootsies.
Vivaia is a small shoe brand founded in 2020 with the missions to create stylish and high-quality footwear. Many of the brand's shoes are made from recycled water bottles, and they've implemented a production process that actively works to reduce waste.
Promising review: "I purchased these shoes for some MDW weddings I had and they couldn't have been more perfect! I wore them back-to-back days for a total of about 20 hours and I have zero complaints. They were so comfortable and the perfect shoe to go with any dress! I wore them all day/night for ceremonies and receptions and didn't take them off once. So excited to wear these for the rest of the summer weddings I'll be attending!" —Megan S.
Get them from Vivaia for $97+ (available in sizes 5–11 and in 16 styles).
18. Pointed-toe d'orsay pumps with a "business in the front, party in the back" kind of vibe if you want to give people a little show as you walk away.
Promising review: "I got the black satin ones to wear to a wedding. Received many compliments. You can wear them with or without the strap, they look great either way. The heel is high but comfortable. Absolutely love them! The bow really dressed up a simple black dress I wore. You can wear them dressed up or down." —Maria G
Get them from Amazon for $45.98+ (available in sizes 5–11 and in 12 styles).
And discreet heel stoppers for preventing that literal sinking feeling when you step onto grass in a pair of pumps. Outdoor weddings no longer have to be a stiletto-free affair!
GoGo Heel is a woman-owned, San Diego, California-based small biz helping heel wearers everywhere save their shoes.
Promising review: "First time I have used any type of heel stopper and it worked great. Wore heels to a wedding that took place mostly outside on grass and hilly terrain. I was able to walk up and down stairs, on cement, and on slopes without sinking or being off balance. I forgot I had the heel stoppers on until a friend pointed it out as she was wondering how I could wear heels at the venue. Stoppers were easy to put on. Required a little effort to pull off, but nothing unreasonable. No damage to the heels either which were patent leather." —BinYong
Get them from Amazon for $11.99 (available in four sizes).
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