Best Bridal Heels? Exploring Sarah Flint Shoes

If I could go back in time, I would do it all differently. No, not the wedding itself. That was nearly perfect. I’m talking about my footwear! You see, I choose my wedding shoes based on style alone… My feet paid the price. I didn’t realize you can have your cake and eat it too. Searching for the best bridal heels? Let’s dig into Sarah Flint shoes.

While there are plenty of pretty bridal shoes on the market, this celeb-touted brand nails form and function. Translation? Flint’s bridal collection is as dreamy as it is comfortable. I’ll be sharing my thoughts on Sarah Flint shoes below.

But don’t just take my word for it…

Sarah Flint shoes have been making quite a stir in Hollywood lately, as well as in media reports.

Sarah Flint Shoes – In the News

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Last month, Flint’s footwear earned rave reviews in Page Six with stars like Meghan Markle, Amal Clooney, Priyanka Chopra and Paris Hilton rocking the brands bestsellers. InStyle magazine included Flint on its list of best female-founded fashion brands to support. You could also find Sarah Flint shoes on the 2023 Oscars red carpet. Nominee Angela Bassett donned one of Flint’s newer styles, the Perfect Mihaela 120.

And we can’t forget the fact that Flint just got married herself! To me, that’s the icing on the cake. Who knows what the best bridal heels should offer better than a recent bride? Flint wore the Mihaela style shoe in her vow renewal after the pandemic pushed her initial reception back.

How to find your perfect bridal heels

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It goes without saying that shoes are a vital component of your wedding day ensemble. For some brides fashion comes first. Others are comfort-focused, looking for wedding day shoes that offer slipper-like comfort. What should guide your decision-making? How do you determine the best bridal heels for you?

5 tips every bride should consider:

1) Find your dress first

It’s important to know the direction of your bridal style before choosing the shoe. Are you leaning toward classic elegance, playful/whimsical, or perhaps you’re going all-in on a vintage/retro look? You want your shoes to echo that vibe. They should relate, helping to connect the dots and complete the overall picture. Alternatively, you might have a very simple dress and want to use your wedding shoe as a statement accessory.

When you know the details of the dress first, it’s pretty easy to zero in on the best bridal heels for you. Likewise, you need to know the length of your dress. Will your wedding shoes show? Do you plan to feature them in photos?

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2) Consider comfort

If you’ve ever walked home from an event with your heels in your hands rather than on your feet, you already know why this point is essential. You will be on your feet a lot on your wedding day. We’re talking twice as long as a normal day (if not three or four times). It is vital you choose a shoe with ample padding and an appropriate width/heel height for your foot. For example, Sarah Flint shoes have an extra 6mm of cushion in the footbed and a wider toe box to ease crowding.

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Step one in prioritizing comfort is to determine your ideal heel height. You may love the sleek look of sky-high heels. As a short girl (4’11), I gravitate toward higher heel heights. However, the higher the heel, the more pressure on the ball of your foot.

Stilettos can also increase discomfort, which is why bridal block heels are surging in popularity. Plan on dancing the night away? A low-to-mid-height heel is your best bet. Personally, I find heel heights in the 85mm range an ideal compromise between comfort and style. Not too low, not too high.

Perfect Block Sandal 60

Bridal Block Heels

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3) Think about your venue

This seems straight forward, but is easy to overlook. Does your shoe choice make sense for your venue? Think about the terrain you’ll be traversing, particularly if your ceremony is outdoors. Stiletto heels sink quickly in grass and could make you trip. They would also be a disaster on the beach, where wedge styles or sandals are more appropriate. When selecting your day-of shoes, brides with outdoor ceremonies may want to invest in two pairs – one for the ceremony and another for the reception.

4) Don’t limit yourself to white

Although white, cream, nude and ivory tend to be the most common wedding shoe colors, your wedding day is also an opportunity to color outside the lines. Fashionista brides may enjoy rocking a bold hue for interest, like this fuchsia satin stunner. You can connect the color of your bridal heels to your overall wedding palette or simply choose a wedding shoe you love. Ideally, it will be a style you’ll wear long after your big day.

Looking for your “something blue?” Color-loving brides have a wealth of blue options to choose from, whether that blue is pale or a vibrant royal. Metallic shoes are another fun twist and way to jazz up your look. The sparkle and glitz really catch the eye, ultimately helping your look feel elevated.

Perfect Pump 85 (Espresso Glen)

5) Plan ahead and do your research

Sometimes the search may feel overwhelming, but the best bridal heels for you are out there! If you’re having trouble finding styles you like in-person, it may be time to explore online options. Not only will you find direct-to-consumer brands like Sarah Flint, but you can also find expanded offerings large-scale retailers (e.g., Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s and Nordstrom) do not offer in-store. The selection for bridal shoes online is much, much wider.

That said, you need to begin your shoe search early, so you have plenty of time to try on your heels and assess comfort. Additionally, you’ll want your shoes before your dress fittings and alterations. Your tailor needs an exact measurement of the shoe’s height, so they can perfect the length of your dress.

Perfect Pump 85 (white)

Why I would choose Sarah Flint shoes

While there are many wedding shoe options on the market, I want to explain why I would opt for a shoe in the Sarah Flint bridal collection if I had an opportunity to do it all again. However, first we need to reverse the clock for a minute, so that everything I’m sharing with you is in full context.

When I got married in 2012 (read about it here), I was in a frugal phase of life and looking for bargains. My fashion purchases leaned toward the disposable side, rather than investment pieces I would use for years to come. If it was on sale, I scooped it up – with little thought for comfort or durability.

I’ve changed a lot since then. Now, I opt for quality over quantity. I would rather pay more up front for something I can use long term. I care about the construction, materials, versatility and functionality of the styles I buy. Were my wedding shoes beautiful? Certainly. Were they comfortable? Decidedly not. Moreover, they clearly looked like bridal heels, which means I never wore them again.

In contrast, the heels in the Sarah Flint Bridal collection offer ample versatility. I would choose a metallic (like the Perfect Nina 85) or nude style (Perfect Sandal 100) versus white, since I wear those more often and white can be challenging to maintain over time. Additionally, Sarah Flint shoes are known for comfort and stability. Flint’s stilettos have a reinforced steel rod. There’s extra padding, arch support and a wider toe box too.

“I make sure we source the most exceptional materials, from triple-dyed Italian suedes to jacquards woven in 300-year-old British mills. Once they’re crafted, our shoes then go through rounds of prototyping and fit-testing, because I won’t give you what I wouldn’t wear myself.” ~ Sarah Flint

A quick look at the pros and cons of Sarah Flint shoes

Pros

• Premium materials
• Handcrafted by skilled artisans in Italy
• Extremely comfortable
• Reinforced heels
• Wider toe box
• 6mm of extra padding
• Wide range of sizes (U.S. 4 to U.S. 13)
• Durability
• Free shipping and returns

Cons

• Price – At $395-$695 Sarah Flint shoes are an investment
• Not available in department stores, must purchase online or SF retail locations in Dallas or Atlanta

In conclusion, the best bridal heels are an amalgamation – part comfort, part style. I feel Sarah Flint shoes meet this test and hope my insights (whether you opt with SF or find another trusted brand) can help guide your shoe shopping process. Wishing you a beautiful wedding or event!

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