If you think you know exactly what type of heel to pair with your wedding dress — from the satin material to the champagne shade and the peep-toe silhouette — we're about to stop you in your tracks. While you may be particular about the shape of your gown [1] or the wedding band [2] that's about to complete your engagement ring [3], it turns out you can get pretty creative with your shoes.
From popping pink flats to avant-garde two-toned mules with accordion platforms, the fabulous footwear here elevated these brides to the next level. Their big days were infused with all the more personality, simply because they started with a very bold foundation to their bridal looks. Without further ado, read on to fall in love with 20 of the most unexpected wedding shoes [4] you've ever laid eyes on.
Source: Erin Johnson Photography [5]
And the Bride Wore Blue
Source: Delbarr Moradi Photography [6]
Subtlety Is For Those Afraid to Make a Statement
Source: JEFF+AMBER [7]
The Ruby-Red Way to Step With Confidence
Source: Anna Delores Photography [8]
Shiny Shoes You Can Run Around In
Source: Taylor Rae Photography [9]
Lacy, Peep-Toe Slippers For a Relaxed Bride
Gold Plated Yet Understated
Fuchsia Flats For Your Inner Elle Woods
Suddenly, You're Strapping Sand Dollars Around Your Feet
Source: Bonnallie Brodeur Photographe [10]
These Cranberry Peep-Toes Are a Cut Above the Rest
Source: Black & Hue Photography [11]
Redefine the Wraparound Strap
Source: Bonnallie Brodeur Photographe [12]
There's So Much Edge Underneath It All
Wear Your Heart on Your Heels
Metallic Sandals Are the Golden Touch
Crochet Made to Stroll Through the Sand
Gauzy Bows Aren't Just Reserved For the Dress
Embellished Sandals That'll Take You From Your Ceremony to the Beach
Glittering Flats: Perfect For Dancing or Walking Down the Aisle