How to Choose the Right Shoes for a Wedding After 50
Have you been invited to a wedding yet? I have one, so far, on the calendar in June. I’m sure that number will increase soon! I’ve done lots of posts on wedding dresses, but today let’s talk wedding shoes. It doesn’t matter if you’re the bride, the mother of one, or a fabulous guest looking to hit the dance floor in style, finding the perfect pair of shoes after 50 is all about comfort, support, and elegance. We’ve been there, done that with stilettos that made us cry before the cake was even cut, so now it’s time to put our well-loved feet first. I’ve rounded up some beautiful and comfy wedding day options. Let’s look at How to Choose the Right Shoes for a Wedding After 50. These picks will have you walking, standing, and yes, dancing the night away without a single blister.
1. Prioritize Comfort First
Let’s be honest, if your feet hurt, nobody’s having fun. Look for:
- Cushioned insoles for all-day wear
- A lower or block heel (great for dancing and mingling)
- Brands known for comfort like Vionic, Naturalizer, or Clarks
These Clear Strap Wedges are a pair I wear with everything, and I do mean EVERYTHING! These babies are surprisingly comfortable, and the clear straps make your legs look a mile long. You can just as easily wear them with a sundress as you can with denim shorts.
My Favorite Neutral Shoes for a Wedding
Block heels are my favorite kind of heels because they’re sturdy but still feel elegant. This pair from Vionic is a total win, they’re comfy, stylish, and go with just about everything! I think they pair nicely with my top handle straw clutch, which is the perfect size for attending a wedding.
I have a lot of nude shoes since they are my favorite. But that didn’t stop me from buying another pair! I bought these Caviar Platform Slide Sandals last summer, and I love the square toe and sturdy heel.
The strappy Woven pearl heeled sandals add a dressy touch without sacrificing comfort, and the Brahmin Satchel pulls the look together with a dose of sophistication. I’d wear this to a wedding, but it also works for a luncheon, a shower, graduation, or even Sunday service. It’s soft, refined, and just dressy enough to feel special.
I love the Clarks Leather Wedges that I can wear all day without a single complaint from my feet (and you know that’s saying something at this age!). I love this color since it goes with everything, but there are several other colors to choose from.
Chunky Block Heel Sandals
For those of you who are still wearing high heels, these chunky heels give you the perfect lift without the wobble. With an adjustable buckle and a sleek, minimalist design, this pair is great for formal or semi-formal weddings. You’ll feel stable and confident from the wedding ceremony to the last dance at the reception. They’re easy to pair with a lace or satin dress, especially if you’re looking for neutral tones that blend with a variety of shades.
Naturalizer Warner Square Toe Block Heel Pump
This is a classic block heel pump that offers structure, polish, and lots of comfort. The English tea brown shade (and others!) make it a great match for ivory, nude, or champagne wedding dresses or guest outfits. The square toe gives you more room, which I know my toes appreciate on long days. Perfect for indoor receptions where you want a little extra elegance.
Vionic Sirah Perris Kitten Heels
Supportive and cute? Yes, please. These kitten heels from Vionic are perfect for women who need a little extra help with arch support and want to avoid any heel pain. The gold metallic leather adds a touch of glam without going overboard. These are great for formal weddings, and the backstrap design helps keep everything secure during the ceremony, and on the dance floor.
Clarks Marilyn Sara Pumps
Here’s a feminine pump that keeps things soft and supportive. The Cushion Soft padding and foam footbed make these a dream to wear. It has a classic captoe silhouette and a rubber outsole for grip, so you won’t be sliding across that dance floor unless you’re showing off your moves. These are lovely for weddings in cooler weather or elegant indoor venues.
2. Match the Dress Code & Location
- Formal ballroom wedding? Go for elegant pumps or dressy slingbacks.
- Outdoor garden wedding? Wedges or block heels won’t sink into the grass.
- Beach ceremony? Cute embellished sandals or dressy flats are perfect.
Sarto Devin Kitten Heel Slingback Pump
A slingback with sass! These slingback kitten heels bring style with a cushioned footbed and just the right amount of heel height. You get the polish of a high heel without the pain. They look so chic with a midi dress or even a pantsuit if you’re going the nontraditional route. I LOVE, LOVE Sarto.
Elena Nappa Metallic Slingback Pumps
Talbot’s for the win! These Slingback Pumps are a little extra, in the best way. I love a metallic moment, especially when it’s paired with a simple black or neutral wedding outfit. These are for sure made for fancier weddings, and yeah, that’s a pretty slim heel, so no drinking and dancing!
Valeria Ankle Strap Wedge Sandal
If you’re going to a garden or outdoor wedding, wedges are your best friend. These rhinestone-encrusted wedges are so pretty and offer a modest heel for extra stability. The cushioned footbed is a nice bonus for a long day on your feet. Pair these with a flowy dress, and you’ll look fabulous while staying grounded on grass or sand.
Rothy’s Diamond Metallic Flats
If you just can’t with heels anymore, I get it, and these Diamond Metallic Flats are for you. The insole offers all-day cushioning, and the shape is elegant and refined. They work beautifully with both long and knee-length dresses. Plus, the toe box is roomy, which means no squished toes by the end of the night.
Tory Burch Double T Leather Sport Slide Sandal
Do you have a beach wedding on the calendar? These sleek Leather Slide Sandals are a stylish and practical choice. The cushioned insoles offer comfort, and the leather upper gives them that luxury feel. Sand won’t stand a chance, and you won’t be digging heels out of the shore every five minutes. Throw them in your bag for a destination wedding and call it done.
Comfy For the Win
Found a pair that you love, but you’re not sure about the comfort level? Grab a pair of insoles with arch support! There is nothing worse than being on your feet and suffering. Yes, I’ve been known to kick off my shoes and hide my feet under a table. Prepare before you go!
How to Choose the Right Shoes for a Wedding After 50
Choosing the right pair of wedding shoes after 50 doesn’t have to be complicated. Prioritize comfort without sacrificing style, think about the venue, and pick heel heights that you’ll feel good in all day. Whether you’re walking down the aisle, standing beside someone who is, or dancing your heart out at the reception, the right footwear can make or break your big day (or someone else’s!). So take your time, shop smart, and get ready to enjoy every step of the celebration.
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Great shoe advise!!!! Thank you
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🙂 Love the dressy wedges
🙂 We have a wedding coming up soon, great shoe ideas!
Love these shoe suggestions! I’ve been eyeballing the raffia J Crew chunky heels with pearl accents for a while now. Also like the chunky heel ankle strap Vionic pair you suggest here!
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🙂 Block heels and wedges for the win!
😊 Yes to Clark, Vionic, and Naturalizer shoes! I have to have a cushioned insole! The Clark wedges are very nice!
Found it 🙂 Comfort is the most important feature in shoes!
😊Good selection of shoes. I like the bigger font you are using. At least on my phone the font looks bigger.
😊 love the wedges and I have the Clark’s! So comfy and cute.
😊I do like the Caviar platform sandal.
:)Great selection of shoes!
🙂. I have reached the age that I have had to give up my beloved heels! It’s flat shoes now for all fashion.
So many great options!
😀 I especially like the woven pearl heeled sandal
Cute pearl sandals. 😊
😀. Wedges for me whenever I dress up.
Love the pearl embellished sandals!
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😊Love a block heel. Doesn’t make my feet ache.
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Love the Vionic choices. Feet are so precious and important as we get older!
😊. Lots of pretty shoes. I like the woven pearl heels. So different.
🙂 The neutral sandles with t he pearls are going in my basket, so cute, dress up or down
🙂 I agree that comfort is the most important thing nowadays. I try to stay away from anything over 2 inches.
☺️ Checked out the clear strap wedges and they come in so many color choices and are inexpensive too! Thank you!
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I have a pair of silver slingbacks that I’ve worn for years.
🙂 Block heels and wedges for me!
🙂 I like the Clark leather wedges. And Clark’s are usually so comfortable!
😊 wedges or flats seem comfortable.
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🙂 Nice selection.
😆 once upon a time, I could go all day in high heels. now I have to stick with block or wedges no higher than 2 1/2 inches 😕
🙂 Found it. Nice choices.
😊. Cute shoes
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I like the flats.
I purchased some Vionic wedge sandals for a wedding last summer! So comfortable! 🙂
😀so many new options to look at. Thanks
I’ve given up on wearing heels, so I’m always looking for dressy flats and low wedges. I love the options that you’ve given here.
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😀 No weddings this year, but all those shoes are so cute and cover a range of very dressy to more casual styles.
🙂I like the vionic.
😊 All the shoes are cute! I like the diamond metallic flat.
Great shoe choices. You make it so easy when I go shopping!
😀 I love shoes. You are right about comfort.
😊 Shoes are my weakness.
😊 Found it!
I am Mother of the Bride in just 3 days! I also have hard-to-fit feet (narrow). The Banks by Naturalizer has been a godsend for me. It comes in several skin tones, plus some other colors. I have it in my nude shade and silver.
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Nordstrom isn’t showing all the colors; maybe Naturalizer website has more.
I have those shoes in black, and they are very comfortable.
Great suggestions!
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🙂 I prefer the classic slingback heels.
They look so dressy.
🙂 Nice options my favorite are the flats.
🙂 found it. The square toe shoes are not my favorite.
: ) Thanks for the info.
🙂 Cute shoes!
🙂 Love those shoes with the little pearls on them! So Cute!
🙂 Love all shoes but I am glad stilettos are in the rear view mirror.
😊Because of foot surgery I can only wear flats but I still love to look at all the pretty shoes.
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I like the sandals with the pearls and the Clark wedges.
The warming slippers are on my list for Christmas gifts this year!
Rhonda S
Those would make great Christmas gifts! Joe wants a pair for this fall.
😊 The kitten heels are awesome!
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Valeria ankle strap for the win!
🙂 Love the Tory Burch shoes
😊Nice selection of shoes!
🙂 found it! My shoe wardrobe is getting more and more casual, but I always keep a pair of black pumps, that are comfortable for weddings, parties. Now I need to find a go to pair of nude pumps. Have a blessed week!
Jenice, nude shoes are fabulous! You never have to worry if they go with your outfit.
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I have plantar fasciitis and Morton’s neuroma so lots of cushion is needed for me to survive an event or the day.
The low wedges and cork bottoms are great choices for me.
😀 Wow, great choices!
🙂 Like the pearl healed sandals.
🙂 Beautiful shoes, I could buy many of these!
😊I bought a pair of nude Sarto kitten heels and they’re comfortable and modern looking. I agree that insoles are a gurls best friend for added comfort. They make them for just about every style of shoe.
I love nude shoes, they are a gurls best friend!
I love the Walk Heros insoles! I have them in all my shoes!
Me too! They are great!
😊 thanks for the almost flat options.
Found it:) All the shoes are cute.