Shoe Shortcuts for a Budget Bride
Celebrity Ballroom Dancer Cheryl Burke Reveals How to Feel Confident & Comfortable without Breaking the Bank
Of the seemingly endless things you need to spend money on for your wedding day, your shoes shouldn’t be one of them. As the economy struggles to regain its footing and many brides find themselves on a tight budget, some are trying to find ways to cut back and save cash.
So, all of you brides on budgets, what’s the best way to save money and be comfortable, you ask? Wear something you already have! If you don’t have or want white shoes, don’t panic. Many of today’s brides are wearing colorful, patterned shoes that don’t fit into the traditional bridal mold. How about those pink stiletto sandals you had to have but only wore once? Or those girly pumps with the flower on the toe that you feel silly wearing to work? And for the sentimental bride, what about the shoes you wore on your first date with your groom? Even if you’ve worn the shoes one hundred times and they look a little tired, you can still spruce them up to shine as good as new.
There are simple, wallet-friendly steps every bride can take to extend the life of her shoes, look fabulous and save money. Here are some of the steps I take to keep my shoes in perfect condition from one dance to the next.
Celebrity Ballroom Dancer Cheryl Burke Reveals How to Feel Confident & Comfortable without Breaking the Bank
Of the seemingly endless things you need to spend money on for your wedding day, your shoes shouldn’t be one of them. As the economy struggles to regain its footing and many brides find themselves on a tight budget, some are trying to find ways to cut back and save cash.
So, all of you brides on budgets, what’s the best way to save money and be comfortable, you ask? Wear something you already have! If you don’t have or want white shoes, don’t panic. Many of today’s brides are wearing colorful, patterned shoes that don’t fit into the traditional bridal mold. How about those pink stiletto sandals you had to have but only wore once? Or those girly pumps with the flower on the toe that you feel silly wearing to work? And for the sentimental bride, what about the shoes you wore on your first date with your groom? Even if you’ve worn the shoes one hundred times and they look a little tired, you can still spruce them up to shine as good as new.
There are simple, wallet-friendly steps every bride can take to extend the life of her shoes, look fabulous and save money. Here are some of the steps I take to keep my shoes in perfect condition from one dance to the next.
- Clean before you polish. Dirt and other debris can easily get stuck in leather shoes. Be sure to clean your shoes to remove excess dirt and debris prior to polishing. And while you’re polishing, you may want to share some with your groom so he can make sure his shoes look shiny and new for the big day as well.
- Whiten your whites. If you plan to wear white shoes you already own, consider applying KIWI’s Shoe Whitener to make them look newer. You’ll be able to cover up any scuffs or dark marks, hiding all of the evidence that you nabbed those shoes from your closet, not the store.
- Protect before you wear. While you hope for blue skies and sun on your wedding day, if it does rain, make sure your shoes are protected. KIWI’s Protect-all Spray helps waterproof and protect your shoes against rain and stains. It can even be used on your groom’s tie to ensure he will be picture-perfect all day long.
- Protect while storing. Don’t just throw your shoes on the floor of your closet – especially if you are planning on wearing them on your wedding day. Store shoes using a shoetree to help retain the shape of the leather. If a shoetree will not work (such as for strappy shoes), stuff the toe cap with newspaper or tissue. Never store or dry leather shoes near direct heat.
- Be comfortable! Remember, you are going to be on your feet for most of your wedding day. To protect my feet on the dance floor, I use KIWI® SMILING FEET® clear gel inserts. KIWI SMILING FEET products can be put into any shoe – open-toe, closed-toe or stiletto – so you can pose for pictures all day, dance all night and not worry about foot pain. Visit www.KIWIsmilingfeet.com to learn more.
- For additional tips on how to keep your shoes bridal worthy, or for more information on the KIWI products I use, please visit www.KIWIcare.com.
