Ask the Shoe Fairy

Dear Shoe Fairy,

Several months ago my Prince Charming brought me a glass slipper in the form of an engagement ring.  Since then we’ve been very busy with planning a Villanova Chapel wedding.  I finally made one of the most important decisions (other than saying “yes” to Charming) when I said yes to the dress.  But now comes my big problem- what to wear on my feet!  I plan on wearing blue because it is a Villanova wedding and blue is my favorite color.  Can you help??

I'm a size 7.5 in most heels. The shoes have to be between three and four inches since the dress cannot be hemmed. I like bows, sparkles, and all things girly! Preferred price is below $250. Thank you so much!!

Love,

Diane

Dear Diane,

Congratulations!  As a former Wildcat myself, I know exactly what color blue you’re looking for.  I’m also a fellow devotee of sparkle, so I think these may be right up your alley:

The Desi by rsvp is fit for a princess!  A sun-shaped rhinestone feature adorns the peep-toe of this d’Orsay pump, and it has a three-inch heel (at the lower end of your height limit).  This blue beauty can be found at Zappos for $89.

This might be a lot to wear again, say to work, but these classics fit the bill:

The Elke by Nina has a beautiful rhinestone feature on the peep-toe as well, on a pretty little bow!  The shoe body is blue satin, but the 4.25-inch heel is patent leather.  (It’s got a three-quarter-inch platform as well.)  Find them for $99 on Zappos.

If you’re looking for maximum color impact, I’d suggest these:

The Glory by rsvp is a bright shock of blue with subtle detailing at its peep-toe rather than rhinestones.  It has a satin outer, lightly cushioned footbed, four-inch heel, a three-quarter-inch platform, and can be found at Zappos for $89.

Whichever pair you choose, I wish you and Charming the happiest of ever afters!

-The Shoe Fairy


Don't forget: PSF's first birthday party is next Sunday!!  If you're a reader, I'd love to see you there.  Not only will there be raffles, muffins, and (of course) shoes, you'll also get the Shoe Fairy's magic advice and personal attention!


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