We’ve all been there. The invitation clearly said the wedding was outdoors, and yet somehow that information didn’t factor into the shoe decision. You arrive feeling very pleased with your outfit, only to realize that the very good pair of heels you chose is going to spend most of the afternoon slowly sinking into the grass, and you’re going to spend yours trying to pull them back out.
The good news is that dressing for a garden wedding doesn’t mean giving up on a great shoe. You just need to be a little more strategic about it. Flats are an obvious choice, but thicker heels and wedges can work just as well without sacrificing the outfit in the process. So, whether it’s just cocktail hour on the lawn or an entirely outdoor affair, here are 30 shoes that look good and actually work for a garden wedding.
