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]]>While you do want to play up “The Princess Factor” on your big day, always keep in mind that today’s heels are colorful, playful and dynamic. You want something to accent your dress, not totally steal the show. But just like brides are wearing contrast color shoes under their traditional white gowns, there’s no reason you can’t rock high fashion with a pair of red or deep rose heels under your pink princess dress!
While traditional high heels will probably be your first choice, unless you wear sky-high heels on a regular basis, for your Quince you really should choose a moderate height. You don’t want to be in pain just ten minutes into your party! Remember, too that you don’t need to stick to one style of shoe the entire night.
As you shop for shoes, keep in mind 3 factors that will affect their comfort:
If you’re truly a beginner (which is nothing to be ashamed of!) choose no more than a 1 to 1 ½ inch heel. If you wear heels regularly for special occasions or church, consider yourself as “intermediate” and pick a heel that’s 2 to 2 ½ inches. And even if you wear heels practically every day, for your Quinceanera, play it smart. Just for this one day, don’t go for more than 3 to 4 inches maximum.
The easiest way to choose a shoe color is to look at your dress first. Is it edgy and modern in a vibrant hue? Or did you choose a classic princess pastel or a beautiful pristine white gown? Here are some shoe color ideas based on your dress:
Note: What We Mean by Character Shoes
Character shoes are patterned with crystals and/or painted or otherwise decorated to go with a certain theme like a movie or book.
Character shoes can also be over the top totally wild and just plain fun!
My Wicked Addiction is a great site to check out for movie and other theme shoes. This is their Pop Art & Superheroes page: https://ourwickedaddiction.com/collections/pop-art-and-superheros
If you want a truly comfortable shoe, stay away from heels that are 100% synthetic. You want a “natural” material that will breathe and move and that will mold to your foot. Here are the 4 most common natural shoe materials:
You’ll want something scrumptious for your formal Changing of the Shoes ceremony. But after that, not only will you switch out shoes for your surprise dance, you can also have a couple different styles of shoes to party in.
Always remember that while your special day is all about looking beautiful, it’s also about being comfortable. Because if your killer shoes are killing you, your pain will show on your face and in your photos! Here’s a suggestion list for switchout out shoes:
If you want to wear your new high heels the entire evening—or if you need a little more cushion for any of your shoes, even your flats—just add paddings like gel soles or memory foam inserts.
For a look at the 12 Top Trends in Quinceanera shoes, check out our blog: http://qbydavinci.com/blog/gorgeous-quinceanera-shoes-12-top-trends-for-2016/
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]]>Glitter is gorgeous. Blush pink is beautiful. Put the two together, and you’ve got one practically perfect Quinceanera shoe! And of course, you’ll probably want to tone it down, but we just loved this over the way over top pink confection!
To check them out—and the other hot colors they come in—click here: http://www.ebay.com/itm/HOT-Glitter-Gorgeous-Wedding-Bridal-Evening-Party-Crystal-High-Heels-Women-Shoes-/221266162532?pt=UK_Women_s_Shoes
You don’t have to pay money for shoes that already come with bows. Get shoe clips and put the bow anywhere you like! Just buy a shoe in the color you want, then do a search for “shoe heel clips” and you’ll get scads of ideas!
You can also mix and match your heels to your damas’ dresses or the bowties of your chambelanes. Whatever color you choose, though, be bold!
And if you want to go totally over the top, get clips that can be worn on shoes and clipped onto a simple evening bag!
Hot colors heels with gems a-plenty are just too perfect! And once again, you don’t have to spend big bucks on shoes that are already jeweled. Embellish your own shoes using vintage jewelry or dollar store gems. Then you can wear earrings, a bracelet and maybe even a necklace to match your shoes! To get you started, here’s one idea: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/233202086929122030/
Nothing says “innocence” like Mary Jane’s wth a bow and nothing says “grown up Quinceanera girl” like platform pumps. These shoes combine the two and are perfect both for either a fairytale princess theme or a vintage theme Quinceanera.
Bring out your inner warrior in Roman-inspired caged gladiator heels. And if you want to carry the look through the surprise dances, or just have a 3rd pair of standout flats for the reception, change into glitzy gladiator sandals.
You can never go wrong with pumps, and you’ll be able to wear them long after your Quince which makes them a great investment. You’ll find just about any color and fabric you want—suede, leather, patent leather, even glitter. Just make sure to choose a color that really kicks!
Metallics are all the rage, and your Quince is the perfect place to showcase your style. Make sure to have a gorgeous pedicure to show off these shoes even more!
Here’s another style that’s a perfect combination of little girl and lovely lady. The lace adds a soft detail, while the pearls add a girlish touch—but not too much! Also, these heels are really comfortable to walk in. The platform adds height, the sturdier heel won’t let you stumble, and the rounded toe is perfect for not pinching your toes!
Your Quinceanera is all about your becoming a woman, and what says “woman” more than soft pink combined with the unquestionably adult texture of suede?! The soft ankle tie gives these heels an extra touch of style and comfort.
Ribbon laced ballerina shoes are all the rage, but you don’t need to be a dancer to pull off the perfect look. You can buy simple ballerina shoes with ribbons already attached, fancy beaded flats with no ribbons, or make your own dazzlers.
Just purchase a pair of ballerina flats in the color you want, then go to town with glue and jewels. A stitch or two to hold the ribbons in place and you’ve got designer shoes for a fraction of the cost!
If you like the idea of a flat but want something edgier, choose a shoe that not just has character but is a character! Dress your damas in the cute little cats and you in the glitter mouse slippers. What’s really great is that these are definitely wear-them-again.
Can’t you just see those mouse and cat shoes with blue jeans?!
Why play it safe when you can take it over the top with shoes right out of a dream—a wildly creative dream?! If you can’t find the theme shoe of your dreams at this site, you won’t find them anywhere!
Click here for a collection of shoes and accessories you have to see to believe: http://ourwickedaddiction.com/
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