While wedding guest dresses are always top of mind when it comes to nuptials season, comfortable but stylish wedding guest shoes should form a strategic part of your overall look. That is if you anticipate walking, standing, or dancing on the tent floor, gravel, grass, or sand. Because, while we are always team stiletto, you may wish to stick to suggestions that give you the best chance of pleasantly partying all night, like chunky platforms, kitten heels/low-heel pumps, closed-toe mules, and flats.
Sure, you can always go in flip-flops if you can withstand some sole scalding or dirt between your toes, but if you want a functional sandal to complete your wedding guest look, one of the 25 pairs ahead could be your ticket to spring wedding outfit bliss.
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Chunky shoes are ideal for moving across uneven patios or lawns. Plus, it'll give you a little height boost to see the shining couple among the sea of guests. Not to mention, the ones we picked out provide that extra support for maximum comfort.
Loeffler Randall Penny Pleated Bow Sandals, $, available at Shopbop
Comfy Wedding Guest Shoes: Kitten Heels
Let it be known: Kitten heels and overall low-heel pumps are an underrated MVP when it comes to wedding guest footwear. These low-lift shoes were designed to be worn all night long no matter the landscape.
Alterre V Slide + Marie Strap, $, available at Alterre
Comfy Wedding Guest Shoes: Strappy Sandals
Sandals are one of the most comfortable shoes to wear if you want to let your feet breathe during a long day. There are countless stylish variations, from slip-ons with a slight heel to strappy variations and classic slides.
Stuart Weitzman Oasis 75 Ankle-Strap Sandal, $, available at Stuart Weitzman
Comfy Wedding Guest Shoes: Flats
If you're the type of person who absolutely cannot do any sort of heels (we feel you), these flats, ranging from trendy mesh styles to classic ballerinas, are going to be a huge relief for your feet so you can focus on what’s important, like breaking a sweat on the dance floor.
SeaVees Miramar Espadrille, $, available at SeaVees
Comfy Wedding Guest Platform Shoes
Chunky silhouettes will help you move across uneven patios or lawns. Plus, it'll give you a little height boost to see the shining couple among the sea of people. Not to mention, the ones we picked out have a comfier arch than most sky-high heels.
Mansur Gavriel Kitten Open Toe Mule, $, available at Mansur Gavriel
Comfy Wedding Guest Mules
No one's stepping on your toes on the dance floor. Protect your feet from any uncomfortable arches, straps, or slipping, and glide right into a sturdy closed-toe mule.
Sam Edelman Linnie Mule (Women), $, available at NordstromShop Steve New York At Nordstrom Rack
STEVEN NEW YORK Valdez Knit Mule (Women), $, available at Nordstrom RackShop Saks Fifth Avenue At Saks OFF 5TH
Saks Fifth Avenue Bow Suede Mules, $, available at Saks OFF 5TH
Comfy Wedding Guest Sandals
Sandals are one of the most breathable and comfortable shoes to wear if you want support for a long summer's day. Also, there are countless stylish variations, from slip-on ones with a slight heel to strappy variations or a classic slide.
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A little jewel-adorned birdy told us something big is coming, and we’re here to break the good news! Celebrity-approved modern jewelry brand Jenny Bird (the little birdy in question) is holding its bi-annual 4-hour sale — and it’s happening tonight. That’s right, on April 11 between 7pm and 11pm EST, the majority of the brand’s jewelry pieces, including exclusive bundles, will be on mega sale.
Many of Jenny Bird’s statement silver and gold earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and more will be discounted up to 60% off during the flash sale. Plus, each jewelry bundle, which we’re told will include bestselling styles, will be on sale for 25% off. And to sweeten the deal even more, free shipping will be available for all US and Canada orders over $75.
Whether you’re looking for chunky gold-plated earrings and zodiac sign necklaces or chain-link anklets (a Refinery 29 editor favorite), you’ll likely be able to find them on sale for four sweet hours. So think ahead, and consider carting up luxe pieces for Mother’s Day gifts and early graduation gifts while they’re heavily discounted.
And check back here later today to see exactly which Jenny Bird jewelry styles you can shop at a discount.
