To the untrained eye, wearing wedges to a wedding may seem like a clunky shoe solution. But to a more seasoned wedding guest [1], it's the smart choice. For starters, wedges are a sturdy shoe. They're built for more than beauty — they're built for endurance. Wedges offer something that the stiletto cannot, which is mileage. And weddings, much like running a marathon, require stamina. A wedge gives you the benefit of height without the topple-over effect. And in the right wedge, you avoid the pain-inducing trauma of the pump.
So, because you want to do more than walk around comfortably — you want to dance until you can't dance no mo' [2] — you opt for the wedge. Up ahead, find out all the wedge has to offer — for any wedding, in any season. (Your feet can thank us later.)
Chloe Lauren Suede Espadrilles [4] ($660)
Loeffler Randall Piper High Wedge Sandal [5] ($350)
ASOS Harlesden Lace Up Wedges [6] ($43, originally $68)
ASOS Pulse Pointed Wedges [7] ($29, originally $60)
CL by Chinese Laundry Baja Two-Tone Wedge Sandal [8] ($49)
Chinese Laundry Raja Lace Up Wedge Sandal [9] ($124)
Christian Louboutin Aketi [10] ($745)
Tory Burch Dandy Espadrille Wedges [11] ($188, originally $375)
Dolce Vita Lamont Wedges [12] ($54, originally $180)
J.Crew Corsica Espadrille Wedges in Metallic Suede [13] ($70, originally $128)
Kenneth Cole Olivia Leather Espadrille Wedge Platform Sandals [14] ($130)
L.K. Bennett Zella Round Toe Jute Wedge Pump [15] ($170, originally $325)
L.K. Bennett Catherine Embellished Suede Wedges [16] ($101, originally $250)
Aquatalia Zana Wedge Pump [17] ($200)
Loeffler Randall Amara Velvet Platform Slide Sandals [18] ($395)
Loeffler Randall Minette Suede Platform Wedge Sandals [19] ($160, originally $395)
Nine West Ilana Open Toe Cage Sandals [20] ($40, originally $89)
Rachel Comey Media Wedges [21] ($347, originally $495)
Schutz Kai Wedge Slides [22] ($144, originally $180)
Schutz Patrycia Wedge Sandals [23] ($160, originally $200)
Sergio Rossi Suede Wedge Sandals [24] ($690)
Stuart Weitzman Swiftsong Suede Ankle-Wrap Wedge Sandal [25] ($170, originally $425)
Topshop Wendy Bow Wedge Sandals [26] ($35, originally $75)