Advice about dressy sandals - YouLookFab Forum

We've been invited to an outdoor wedding in June where all the guests will be vaccinated and are hoping public health considerations will allow us and others to safely attend. The ceremony is at 3:00 followed by dinner and dancing. The dress code is "colorful cocktail."

I plan to wear an oldie-but-goodie inky purple dress with pearl earrings and a vintage silver clutch in Finds. The last time I wore sky-high silver block-heel sandals, but since events will be outdoors, I'd like to find more stable footwear. You can see the outfit (with some natural-colored pumps which I will not wear) in the photo (sorry for back-lighting!).

I've linked a few options of what I'm thinking about below, but I would welcome some advice: what styles are popular now and what would be appropriate for this kind of wedding and outfit, mindful that I don't want to twist an ankle? After a year of slippers, I feel lost!

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chewyspaghetti

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I would probably go with the flats, or a wedge.
Great outfit!

notsaf

Thanks, chewyspaghetti -- that's very sound advice.

I like the idea of a a little heel and a sandal (I think it will be warm), but dressy flats may be the way to go. No matter how dressy, I don't think I flat sandal would look right here. I tend to find wedges less stable than a block heel.

cat2

Bambi Slingback Skimmer Flat at Nordstrom?

RobinF

I like the nude ones you attached, a flattering but not too high heel. Although if you plan on using a silver clutch then I would go with silver shoes.

Runcarla

The silver sandals - if they aren’t the ones you’ve dismissed - get my vote. Very pretty dress and clutch!

*and a pearlescent pedi!

Anonymous

I vote for the silver ankle tie shoes

I have these in black and cognac, super comfortable and come in gold.

Nordstrom

Sheridan Mia Tamara Slide Sandal

A couple of other options! Thanks so much to those who have chimed in so far.

Bloomingdale's

SCHUTZ Women's Victorie Mid-Heel Slide Sandals

Michael by Michael Kors Cardi Flex Ankle Strap Sandal

Angie

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Fashion Stylist

KILLER DRESS!

Silver block heeled sandals to match the cutch gets my vote.

JAileen

Yes to silver shoes!

rachylou

Silver block heels!

kkards

Love love love the silver block heels...
or I’d find some sliver sneakers.

slim cat

Silver to the win! The dress and clutch are lovely and fab together!

Sal

I think the silver with a silver clutch would be fantastic - and a perfect complement for the future with black dresses, navy, white etc....

I have two pairs of dressy sandals - one six years old and one five years old and I don't think these type of shoes date quickly.

A resounding vote for the silver sandals! I've ordered them from Anthropologie, and fingers crossed they are sturdy enough and comfortable. Will report back... There will be time to return and try another option if these don't work out. Thanks everyone!

Jaime

You look very pretty in the dress and I hope the silver sandals work out!

unfrumped

Are you familiar with the wedding venue? Meaning, is it mostly “ civilized “ outdoor space, with paved or gravel paths, man- made dance floor/ pavilion, vs. something very rustic like a ranch venue where people might park and walk through grassy areas, wet if after a rain? That would influence my choice of heels ( if I could still wear them!) as well as daintiness or openness of the shoe.
Also, you might consider tucking some acceptable flats into the car for just in case— a time- honored wedding party/ wedding guest plan! ( though wouldn’t buy expensive back- up shoes just for this event).

Jonesy

Another vote for the silver block heeled sandals!

Sally

I went to an outdoor wedding a couple of years ago. I wore platform heels as I find them most comfortable, but those block heeled sliver ones look very stylish and are probably comfortable. My sister-in-law too silver brogues to change into later for dancing.

Jenni NZ

Well I wore silver sandals to my daughter’s wedding in Vietnam Nov 2019. The ones you have ordered look good. Here are pics.
Heel was not high and was very stable.

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Bijou

I love the dress on you and think silver sandals would be a great addition and useful later in summer. For me, metallic dressy sandals are so useful, as they go with all colours.

Staysfit

I like the idea of silver block heel sandals. If there is any chance you will be on gravel/pea stone or sand, I would opt for a closed ballet flat or wedge heel because grit under feet when wearing strappy sandals is a nuisance.

Helena

Gorgeous outfit; I'd expect nothing less from you notsaf! The silver will be beautiful, and I also really loved the nude ones if you need another option for some reason #enabler

viva

You know, this event will be particularly special given the limitations of the past year. If there were ever a time for silver sandals, it is now. That's my vote!

smittie

Are we allowed backups in case the silvers don’t work out? I really like the strappy black ones

Ps: you look great in your blue dress
PPS: Jenni, you look great in your snazzy geometric dress.

I should have said how beautiful your blue dress is. I hope like mad the silver sandals work for you. They are so pretty!

suzieq

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I vote for the ankle tie silver shoes.

notsaf, just re-reading ( because I wanted to see the pretty silver sandals again ) and I see they are the Australian brand Silent D, an offshoot (because the D in Django is silent) of the slightly older brand Django and Juliette. The latter makes up several pairs of shoes in my wardrobe. They all seem excellent quality and fit. They’d better work!

Stagiaire Fash

I vote for the silver sandals with the lovely blue dress, and as a wrap, a long scarf with details that nod to the “colorful” part of the dress code.

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