Wedding Shoes That Won't Sink Into the Grass at an Outdoor Wedding

We've all been there: You chose a gorgeous dress and a beautiful pair of heels to wear to an outdoor wedding only to have them sink into the ground—mud and all—as soon as you step on the grass. While this is annoying as a guest, it's far more frustrating as the bride. That's why it's so important to choose terrain-friendly shoes if you're planning an open-air wedding, especially one that will take place on the grass. There's nothing worse than taking the first step down the aisle and feeling your heel slip three inches into the ground.

Because we know that this is a serious problem, we decided to take matters into our own hands and find a selection of the best, prettiest, and most practical wedding shoes for an outdoor event. Each of our picks will keep you walking on (and not sinking in) the grass as you pose for photos during your first look, walk down the aisle towards your handsome groom, and mingle with guests during cocktail hour. Some of our favorites, as you'll see, are elegant flats—something Audrey Hepburn would have definitely approved of—but this style of shoe is definitely not your only option. If you're a heels kind of girl, consider an espadrille style, which are a great outdoor wedding choice. Not only are they wedges, making them sturdier than stilettos to walk on outside, but their woven detailing adds a natural element that works so well for romantic, open-air events.

If you're still partial to a classic pump, go for it—just choose among some that have small, wide block heels. The ones we've found are equal parts chic, elegant, comfortable, and, yes, sturdy (sturdy in a super pretty way, that is). Ahead, our favorite wedding-worthy shoes for an outdoor ceremony.

Proenza Schouler Tie Woven Flats, $895, shopbop.com

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Francesco Russo Knotted Leather Sling-back Flats, $860, net-a-porter.com

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Alexandre Birman "Vicky" Knotted Leather Low-Heel Sandals, $595, bergdorfgoodman.com

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Badgley Mischka "Vivien" Flats, $225, bhldn.com

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Prada Bow-Embellished Sling-Back Textured Leather Flats, $690, modaoperandi.com

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J. Crew Sling-Back Pumps in Leather, $158, jcrew.com

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Salvatore Ferragamo Flower-Heel Metallic Leather Sandals, $575, barneys.com

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Zara Leather Laced Heeled Ankle Boots, $89.90, zara.com

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Jimmy Choo "Jaimie 40" Block Heel Sandals, $725, bloomingdales.com

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Castaner "Carina" Wedge Espadrilles, $180, shopbop.com

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Cecilia New York "Hibiscus" Heels, $225, bhldn.com

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Jewel by Badgley Mischka "Giona" Sandals, $99.95, www.nordstrom.com

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Loeffler Randall "Celeste" Knot Midi Heel Slide Sandals, $350, bloomingdales.com

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Gianvito Rossi "Amee" Patent Leather Sling-Back Pumps, $675, barneys.com

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Cult Gaia "Alia" Color-Block Leather Mules, $325, net-a-porter.com

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Kate Spade New York "Noah" Flats, $198, katespade.com

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Rebecca Minkoff "Calanthe" knotted strap mules, $158, saksfifthavenue.com

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Tabitha Simmons "Hermione" Floral-Jacquard Flats, $695, modaoperandi.com

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Nina "Emiko" Embellished Evening Wedges, $99, macys.com

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Via Spiga "Florian" Leather Block Heel Sandals, $250, saksfifthavenue.com

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Jimmy Choo "Erin" Leather and PVC Sling-Back Pumps, $675, matchesfashion.com

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J. Crew Pointed-Toe Flats, $148, jcrew.com

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Something Bleu "Queenie" Ankle Strap Wedge Sandal, $348, www.nordstrom.com

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Chloé "Lauren" Pumps, from $238, saksfifthavenue.com

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Steve Madden "Irenee" Ankle Strap Sandal, $79.95, www.nordstrom.com

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Kate Spade New York "Radiant" Wedges, $350, katespade.com

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