After years of struggling to find the right pair of shoes for the wedding season, when I finally bought my first pair of maroon block heels, I wore them for years till they literally fell apart. That’s the magic of a comfortable pair of heels! And we know that the struggle is real when it’s time to shop for that one pair that does NOT give you chafed, pinched and aching feet at the end of the night. So, before you bonkers with bandaids all over, numbing cream and whatnot, read this list. Here are the best types of heels to wear to a wedding event where you are going to be walking, running or standing all the time!
5 Types Of Heels To Go For When You're On Your Feet At A Wedding
Mule Heels
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If you fall into the ‘bridal party’ at the next wedding you are attending, you might need to slip on and take off your shoes upwards of 20 times. Ask me, the only consistent thing I did at my cousin’s wedding was put on and off my shoes as I ran back and forth. So what’s the solution? It’s mules! Buy them in the right size with sufficient wiggle room for the toes and save your feet from pain. And remember, mules with block heels tend to be more stable than ones with stiletto heels. So shop wisely.
LBB’s Picks: Truffle Collection Black Patent Strappy Heels, SCENTRA Black Block Heeled Mules, Sole House Floral Embroidered Mint Block Heel Mules
Wedge Heels
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Remember those chunky jute adorned wedges that took over local markets in the mid-2000s? Wedges are actually healthier for your feet compared to any other style of heels. Unlike flat sandals, wedges offer more evenly distributed pressure throughout the foot. Take this from someone who exclusively hunts for wedges when I need to shop for heels. With new floral patterns and funky colours, they will elevate your outfits for the wedding season minus the excruciating foot pain that follows.
LBB’s Picks: Sole House Rose Gold Embroidered Wedges, ERIDANI Braided Silver Wedges, Twenty Dresses by Nykaa Fashion Purple Wedge Heels
Platform Heels
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No, these aren’t wedges. Platform heels combine the best of both worlds, comfort and style. They're easier to walk in. Why, exactly? The higher the platform, the less your foot will arch in the shoe, and the less your foot arches, the more comfortable the shoe will feel. Now you know why millennial wedding attendees prefer this style of heels over everything else. With options like blingy, textured, embellished and more, you can stay in vogue without compromising on comfort.
LBB’s Picks: Larroude Dolly Crystal Platform, Marc Loire Off White Platform, Gossip Shoes Boho Double Slide Platforms
Block Heel Pumps
₹1995
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Stiletto pumps are best reserved for fancy dinner parties and events where you simply sit and sip cocktails. But if you are in love with this style of heels and want to make it a part of your outfit for the wedding season, go for blocked-heeled ones. It’s the same style and vibe of stylish shoes with just a little more comfort. Block pumps are a fab pick for Indo-western outfits. Go grab, put on and sashay!
LBB’s Picks: Shoetopia Women Golden Pumps, London Rag Embellished Green Heels, Marc Loire Gold Embellished Pump
Block Heels
₹6136
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Want to keep your feet happy while you dance at the baraat or burn the dance floor on sangeet night? Then you need block heels. They are my mighty saviour and can be yours too! The best part is that this type of heel is available in a ton of different styles, from pumps to mules; they are oh-so-versatile! Block heels are generally a lot more comfortable than most and there's far less strain on your arches and the balls of your feet.
LBB’s Picks: Fuchsia by Aashka Mehta Gold Embellished Block Heel, Toprico Two Strap Crystal Embellished Pink Heels, NR by Nidhi Rathi Embellished Maroon Heels