Mind Those Wedding Shoes
Mind Those Wedding Shoes - By Ann Cronin
A bride’s wedding shoes are a treasured accessory which not only serve as a stylish addition to your bridal ensemble, but also serve as a treasured keepsake for years to come. It’s understandable that you will want to keep your wedding day footwear in the best condition, so here are our tips for caring for your footwear throughout the big day.
Stored with Care
Before and after the big day, your heels should be stored in a safe and dry space with their own protective armour. Always keeps your wedding shoes in an appropriate box with tissue wrapping, and always handle them with care when they’re being transported. If switching to flats as the evening draws in and comfort or dancing become priority, ensure you have somewhere safe and careful to store them for the remainder of the day.
Weathering the Storm
The elements are probably your wedding shoes’ biggest threat. No matter what kind of weather forecast graces your big day, there are certain things to be mindful of. Avoid grass and muddy ground. Puddles and wet surfaces should be avoided if possible, and heels should be wiped clean immediately after if not. Look into the idea of wearing a different pair of heels for parts of your day that involve these natural conditions. Don’t leave light coloured fabric heels out in direct sunlight if you wish to avoid colour fading or changing.
Helpful Tools
There are some items you can have on hand to care for your wedding shoes throughout the day. Wet wipes and cotton pads can be great for wiping off stains and marks throughout the day. While breaking the heels in prior your day, if you’re finding they’re a bit loose, look into buying suitable insoles or padding to keep them perfectly placed. If they’re small or cutting at your feet, bring along excess blister pads and plasters to protect your feet from cuts and your heels from resulting stains.
After-Care
Have a chat with a drycleaner regarding how best to treat the fabrics of your shoes after the big day, and get advice on how to deal with particular stains. Look into having any loose embellishments fixed and missing detailing replaced. Google can also be a helpful resource when searching for cleaning hacks and tips. If there’s any details or stains which can’t be rectified, don’t panic. It only adds to the fact that these shoes served you on such a special, exciting and jam-packed day.
