Visit Martha Stewart Weddings Weddings Wedding Planning & Advice Wedding Party Bridesmaids The Best Pairs of Shoes for Your Bridesmaids to Wear on the Wedding Day By Elizabeth Swanson Elizabeth Swanson Elizabeth is a freelance writer for MarthaStewart.com. Editorial Guidelines Updated on July 23, 2019 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Sarah Kate Photography Regardless of the color or style of your bridesmaids' dresses, these pretty shoes will complement their looks. 01 of 26 Sarah Kate Photography Despite your best efforts to select a neutral, versatile dress for your bridesmaids to wear on the big day, there's a good chance it won't ever be pulled from their closets again. Their accessories, however, are items they will reach for time and time again—especially their big-day shoes. From metallic strappy sandals to chic mules and classic nude pumps, there are so many pairs of elegant evening shoes that will work with a variety of different bridesmaids' dresses and are still pretty enough to be worn again and again. One way to ensure everyone will get lots of use out of their shoes post-wedding is to let your family members and friends choose their own footwear. Should you still want some say over what everyone wears, consider picking the shape and shade but letting everyone select their own style. For example, if the wedding's color palette is packed with warm tones, ask your 'maids to pick out a pair of metallic heels. We love everything from kitten-heeled sling-backs to block-heels with ankle straps and classic strappy sandals. Having a wedding with cool tones? Silver would work well. But if you're like most brides, you'll more than likely ask your bridesmaids to choose nude shoes—the good news is that this neutral, classic style goes with everything, so there's no reason why your bridesmaids won't wear them again. One thing to keep in mind when choosing bridal party footwear? Heel height. Walking down the aisle, standing at the altar, and dancing are all tasks that require a heel that's as comfortable as possible, but comfort really varies from person to person. If you can, try giving a color guideline and letting everyone choose their shape and heel height. We promise: Your bridesmaids will thank you. At a loss for where to start when considering bridesmaids' shoes? We've rounded up a variety of gorgeous pairs your bridesmaids will love to wear now and later. 02 of 26 Castaner Courtesy of Matches Fashion Castaner "Carina 80" Canvas and Jute Espadrille Wedges, $85, matchesfashion.com . 03 of 26 Stuart Weitzman Courtesy of Shopbop Stuart Weitzman "Starla 105" Sandals, $395, shopbop.com . 04 of 26 Jewel by Badgley Mischka Courtesy of BHLDN Jewel by Badgley Mischka "Giona" Block Heels, $99, bhldn.com . 05 of 26 Diane von Furstenberg Courtesy of Net-a-Porter Diane von Furstenberg "Frankie" embellished metallic leather sandals, $300, net-a-porter.com . 06 of 26 Loeffler Randall Courtesy of Loeffler Randall Loeffler Randall "Emi" Block Heel Sandal, $325, loefflerrandall.com . 07 of 26 Charlotte Olympia Courtesy of Charlotte Olympia Charlotte Olympia "Drew" Mules, $615, charlotteolympia.com . 08 of 26 Schutz Courtesy of BHLDN Schutz "Luriane" Heels, $170, bhldn.com . 09 of 26 By Far Courtesy of Net-a-Porter By Far "January" Bow-Detailed Metallic Leather Sandals, $360, net-a-porter.com . 10 of 26 Nine West Courtesy of Nordstrom Nine West "Kayla" Knot Slip-On Sandals, $88.95, nordstrom.com . 11 of 26 Tabitha Simmons Courtesy of Moda Operandi Tabitha Simmons "Jazz" Metallic Leather Sling-Back Sandals, $795, modaoperandi.com . 12 of 26 Loeffler Randall Courtesy of Loeffler Randall Loeffler Randall "Anny" Delicate Strap Mid-Heel, $295, loefflerrandall.com . 13 of 26 The Row Courtesy of Matches Fashion The Row "Tango" Cut-Out Leather Sandals, $890, matchesfashion.com . 14 of 26 Cult Gaia Courtesy of Saks Fifth Avenue Cult Gaia "Alia" Leather Mules, $325, saksfifthavenue.com . 15 of 26 Rachel Zoe Courtesy of Shopbop Rachel Zoe "Nina" Asymmetrical Sandals, $198, shopbop.com . 16 of 26 J. Crew Courtesy of J. Crew J. Crew "Riley" Sandals in Sun-Washed Pink Patent Leather, $228, jcrew.com . 17 of 26 Aquazurra Courtesy of Neiman Marcus Aquazurra "Deneuve" Metallic Leather Ballet Flats, $695, neimanmarcus.com . 18 of 26 Tabitha Simmons Courtesy of Moda Operandi Tabitha Simmons "Millie" Metallic Leather Sling-Back Sandals, $695, modaoperandi.com . 19 of 26 Cupcakes and Cashmere Courtesy of Nordstrom Cupcakes and Cashmere "Leviana" Mules, $139.95, nordstrom.com . 20 of 26 Schutz Courtesy of Saks Fifth Avenue Schutz "Chimes" Crackle Leather Ankle-Strap Sandals, $165, saksfifthavenue.com . 21 of 26 Zara Courtesy of Zara Zara Heeled Woven Sandals, $89.90, zara.com . 22 of 26 Gianvito Rossi Courtesy of Barneys Gianvito Rossi "Cheryl" Leather T-Strap Pumps, $895, barneys.com . 23 of 26 Valentino Garavani Courtesy of Neiman Marcus Valentino Garavani "Rockstud" Leather Sling-Back Ballet Flats, $775, neimanmarcus.com . 24 of 26 Ann Taylor Courtesy of Ann Taylor Ann Taylor "Tenley" Metallic Sandals, $138, anntaylor.com . 25 of 26 Barneys New York Courtesy of Barneys Barneys New York Patent Leather Ankle-Strap Sandals, $325, barneys.com . 26 of 26 Jimmy Choo Courtesy of Bloomingdales Jimmy Choo "Joni 40" Block Heels, $575, bloomingdales.com . 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