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Anonymous wrote:I like the idea of really bright colorful heels, maybe multi-colored and shiny. Adds a little kick since this is engagement pic and not actual wedding.

+1. I prefer engagement photos that don’t read like “wedding lite”

This^.

X1000. It’s almost like ruining the wedding impact when wedding light attire is used. I’m really surprised op is going with a long white dress for engagement photos. Maybe not in my circle, but most engagement photos I see don’t take that track. They are casual or night on the town fun.

Maybe I’ve been poisoned by social media because I see a lot of brides wearing white bridal outfits throughout their “bridal era.” For the engagement shoot, engagement party, bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, etc. I thought it was what you were supposed to wear.

I figured since the dress is tea length and doesn’t have much in common with my wedding dress (scoop neck, 3D floral lace bodice, full organza a line skirt) it wouldn’t change the impact on the wedding day but now I’m rethinking.

I do want to wear a fairly formal dress to match the historic hotel where the shoot will be.

If anyone has non-white outfit suggestions, I’m all ears. I still have time to find something else. This is the hotel: https://ashlandspringshotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Architectual-Digest.pdf

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I like the idea of really bright colorful heels, maybe multi-colored and shiny. Adds a little kick since this is engagement pic and not actual wedding.

+1. I prefer engagement photos that don’t read like “wedding lite”

This^.

X1000. It’s almost like ruining the wedding impact when wedding light attire is used. I’m really surprised op is going with a long white dress for engagement photos. Maybe not in my circle, but most engagement photos I see don’t take that track. They are casual or night on the town fun.

Anonymous wrote:Chie Mihara! They are cute quite wide and most are made of softer, more comfortable leather.

I like these below, but they have lots of bridal options.

https://www.chiemihara.com/en/chie-mihara-sandals/16271-194231-bri-belulu.html#/5-colour-gold/35-shoe_size-42

My own wedding shoes were red suede Chie Mihara pumps with flowers.

Great shoes, thanks for the rec

I like to keep it simple. Navy blue or another jewel toned dress in a timeless style. A shirt dress belted at the waist, a silk wrap dress, or a relaxed sheath (your great-great grand children may see these photos!) and a classic pair of low heeled pumps in a nude color or whatever flatters your skin tone. I would stay away from open toes or black. Maybe a patent leather or a suede, if not a classic Nappa.

Anonymous wrote:Why an ivory white dress for engagement photos?
Oh well.
Hooker heels like in the photo.

Many women seem to wear white in their engagement photos. What would you suggest instead? I’m happy to have styling recommendations. The shoot will be at a historic hotel with an old European boutique style and naturalist themes.

I'd wear tan flat sandals with the straps that wrap a few times around the ankle. Many brands make them, I am sure you can find a wide one. Like these:
https://margauxny.com/products/the-wrap-sandal-saddle-nappa?variant=43210755539113&&nbt=nb%3Aadwords%3Ax%3A22332988227%3A%3A&nb_adtype=pla&nb_kwd=&nb_ti=&nb_mi=111030589&nb_pc=online&nb_pi=43210755539113&nb_ppi=&nb_placement=&nb_li_ms=&nb_lp_ms=&nb_fii=&nb_ap=&nb_mt=&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22343102776&gbraid=0AAAAADcXQsDl4G3lYis5G0uWYPjhtqSou&gclid=CjwKCAjwmenCBhA4EiwAtVjzmpVmH8dEJHeGDVUduZRGT3VuMAQOFdbc2WEuyZyO2-Kk2QQNLPCaIhoCVwcQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Anonymous wrote:Why an ivory white dress for engagement photos?
Oh well.
Hooker heels like in the photo.

Even loafers would look better than hooker sandals.

If you want to embrace color maybe something like

https://www.stevemadden.com/products/noir-metallic-multi

https://www.stevemadden.com/products/saturn-metallic-multi?variant=41102958755973

https://www.fsjshoes.com/products/multicolor-strappy-sandals-womens-classic-square-toe-buckle-shoes-party-stiletto-heels?variant=1bfc5c1b-6a18-46c9-b6a8-caf9e1b60abb&srsltid=AfmBOoqjh6b6H0q5rOzWsdi6F6HHB919xO1AplOju2nw7qZ5aYAuhL3aD1c&gQT=1

Why an ivory white dress for engagement photos?
Oh well.
Hooker heels like in the photo.

I agree. I think a beautiful red could be very pretty or one of your favorite colors.

These are very expensive but may serve as inspiration: https://www.manoloblahnik.com/us/nadira-68969.html

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I like the idea of really bright colorful heels, maybe multi-colored and shiny. Adds a little kick since this is engagement pic and not actual wedding.

+1. I prefer engagement photos that don’t read like “wedding lite”

This^.

Anonymous wrote:I like the idea of really bright colorful heels, maybe multi-colored and shiny. Adds a little kick since this is engagement pic and not actual wedding.

+1. I prefer engagement photos that don’t read like “wedding lite”

I like the idea of really bright colorful heels, maybe multi-colored and shiny. Adds a little kick since this is engagement pic and not actual wedding.

Chie Mihara! They are cute quite wide and most are made of softer, more comfortable leather.

I like these below, but they have lots of bridal options.

https://www.chiemihara.com/en/chie-mihara-sandals/16271-194231-bri-belulu.html#/5-colour-gold/35-shoe_size-42

My own wedding shoes were red suede Chie Mihara pumps with flowers.

Need recommendations for shoes to wear with this dress for my engagement photos at a historic hotel. Something a little fun. Wide width is preferable.

https://dessy.com/p/bridesmaid-dresses/dessy-collection/3140/?region_id=USDREG&size=16&pcid=114&source=instock&utm_medium=shoppingengine&utm_source=googlebase&utm_campaign=adlcntpla&utm_content=quick%20delivery&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21171683729&gbraid=0AAAAAD_mgBecCEWLhNFcIlT0RRHKoTgZO&gclid=CjwKCAjw9uPCBhATEiwABHN9K46aMywvyet7kHoH9py-AkxAimuqW1uRJfRaIOnzhwhYT0dF3pgR9RoCVQIQAvD_BwE