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I like shoes. But looking for shoes for the wedding has been driving. me. crazy. I decided a while ago that my shoes would be my something blue. That plan has taken a nose dive as I have not been able to find one pair over the past year (aside from these blue Louboutins, but those weren’t a realistic option) that is the right shade, shape, height, etc. I have settled on gold shoes, possibly with a blue shoe clip to finish them off.
I bought one fancy pair that were about as close to perfect as they could get. They were a little more than I was planning to spend. As much as I loved how they looked and felt, the price didn’t sit very well with me. When I stumbled upon a pair of shoes that looked very similar to the first pair, I snapped them up. I am still undecided on which pair to keep.
I thought I would throw this out to the hive for a vote. I have attempted to black out the brands so as not to dissuade the brand conscious. Shoe sleuths- don’t give it away! Here they are…
Number 1 and Number 2
Number 1 (bottom) and Number 2 (top)
Number 2 and Number 1
Number 1
Number 2
Here is shoe #1 with a “clip” (a clip-on earring). Shoe #2 doesn’t work as well with the clip.
I took some pictures of them on my feet, but I think feet are icky and I couldn’t bring myself to post them here. What if you were eating and reading this at the same time?! 
Shoe #2 and then paint the bottoms (soles) a pretty shade of blue!
oh! and make sure you get double-sided tape for the insides of the actual strap. They tend to slide off your feet but the double-sided tape really helps the “sling back” stay back and not down! (regardless of which shoes you pick! 
they are both gorgeous and you will totally wear them again!
I’m right in the middle of wedding shoe searching too! It looks like you’ve got two great choices here!
My favorites are:
A. Shoe #1 with Clip
B. Shoe #2
C. Shoe #1 (no clip)
#2. But I definitely think that inexpensive is better. Think of where you could spend the extra money!
Honestly, there’s not much difference between them (and they’re both lovely) - so I would just go for the ones that are the most comfortable. You’re going to be in them all day, so you don’t want to be hating them within an hour.
If there’s not that much difference in comfort, then I’d go with shoe 1, if you’re really set on the clip. If not, I’d then go for the cheapest! I can’t see any difference in quality, so if the extra price isn’t going towards comfort, I wouldn’t bother!
Go for the one that’s most comfortable. Agreed with Lou, though - I like #1; I like the shape of its heel and its simpler pattern, and the fact you can attach the clip.
I like #1 better by far, even without the shoe clip. That said, make sure the heel height is going to be comfortable for the whole day, especially if you are standing up during your entire ceremony. After our ceremony & formal pictures (about 2 hours total) my toes were a bit numb from my fabulous gold heels: http://tinyurl.com/5c8avw
I feel like I have to explain my answer. I like shoe number 2 better and when I saw shoe number 1 with the clip i actually thought it was really nice. If you’re not going to use a clip on the shoe then I choose 2 but if you are going to use a clip then 1.
I choose shoe number 2 for the poll. I hope that helps.
I don’t think you can go wrong–they’re both a great shoe! When all is said and done, can you let us know where you found these? The less expensive (#2, I think?) might be a good option for my bridesmaids. Thanks!!
I like the versatility that Shoe #1 provides with the clip-on earring option.
Just want to let you know that you CAN still go the blue route on a budget, if you really want to…
My shoes will be my something blue, too, and I was going INSANE trying to find the perfect pair. I drooled over the Louboutins too, to the point that my BMs were going to start a fund for me and give them to me at my shower, but the thought of wearing that much money on my feet made me want to throw up — it was a sweet thought by them, though!
Anyway, I ended up getting ivory Abby Touch Ups (so comfy!) from ShoeBuy.com and will be dying them blue, then finishing them off with vintage shoe clips from AbsolutelyAudrey.com.
Altogether, the shoes will cost about $100 (shoes = $35; dying = $35; clips = $25; grand total = $95 plus various taxes, etc).
But the gold shoes are lovely too! I like #2, but the shoe clip on #1 is really nice as well.
No question in my mind… Shoe #1 w/ a nice blue jewel in the middle.
I, too, wanted the “something blue” for my shoes, so I opted for a nice pair of white shoes (with a great high heel and very low-priced - try Payless) and I just bedazzled it w/ blue jewels. I was worried it was going to look tacky, but it ended up better than I expected.
I too pick Shoe #1 with the clip…if you are not using a clip, I would choose #2
I voted Shoe #1, but that was based entirely on the clip option. My favorites are just like Miss Pinot Noir’s: Shoe #1 with clip; then Shoe #2; then Shoe #1 without clip.
But like lots of folks have said — they’re very similar and both lovely, so if they’re both relatively comfortable, go for the cheaper option!
If you end up going with Shoe #1, please show us when you find the perfect clips!
Agree with the rest. Shoe 1 looks plain without the clip. I can’t justify spending big money on something that doesn’t look expensive.
Love LaborDayBrides’ suggestion…however, take my advice - you don’t see your wedding shoes. I now know this from experience…that I should not have shelled out the big bucks…b.c. it isn’t about the shoes (although it pains me to say this).
Be budget conscience…they are very similar!
I think they are both lovely. If they are both comfortable, go with the cheaper one. Nobody but you is going to notice your shoes.
If you’re not actively looking for the higher shoe, I say #2 based on the fact that it’s slightly lower. That 1/4 to 1/2 inch can make ALL THE DIFFERENCE IN THE WORLD. I mean, I love love love me some heels, but wearing 3.25″ heels for 13 hours straight on my wedding day KILLED ME. Seriously, I haven’t been able to wear heels for more than 3-4 hours since, and my back still hurts. I’ve changed my motto — now, shorter is better!
I love shoe #1 - but I’m a shoe w.h.o.r.e and know who makes them =)
I generally find that brand to be really comfortable - even when the heel is a little on the higher side.
Looks like your decision is price versus comfort — because I eager with earlier readers who’ve noted the heel height difference. If the former is negligible, I’d make the latter your deciding factor — go with the smaller heel (or the chunkier one? hmmm…)
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Miss Peacock, Chicago Age and Occupation: 26, PhD Student Fiance's Age and Occupation: 29, Internet Whiz Engagement Date: December 5, 2006 Wedding Date: September, 2008 Blogging Since: December 13, 2007 Venue: St. Clement Church, Cafe Brauer (or a big church wedding and a fancy party at a cafe in Lincoln Park. About Me: I am a grad student with a secret obsession for all things wedding related. I also love to read, travel, drink champagne and go for walks with our dog, Maisy, and Mr. Peacock. We are planning our very vintage wedding in the greatest city in the world, our hometown of Chicago. I am so proud to be a Bee!
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