So here you go, my analysis of the wedding shoe photograph. There are quite a few varieties out there. So now you must ask yourself: who do I want to be?
1. the We're-Fun (aka the Look-at-the-Socks-I-Made-My-Man-Wear)
This is for all you hipsters out there. These fun argyle or striped socks look fun, but don't be fooled. You are far from the first to hide playful socks under a boring tux! All the same, props goes out to the man who matched his argyle to the bat signal.
2. the Rebelling-against-Conformity (aka the We-Wear-Sneakers*)
Whether it's Tom's, Chuck's or Keds (my personal favorite), these shots are here to remind people that we have fun and we don't conform! Quite a few have returned to our rustic agricultural roots, rocking the cowboy boots that no cowboy would wear. At least we'll all be comfortable as we debate the contradiction of conforming to nonconformity.
3. the Show-Off (aka Pick-an-Angle-Where-You-Can-See-the-Name-Brand-Tag)
You spent as much money on your shoes as on gifts for your husband to be, you'd better plan a photo of them! Now, there are a wide range of shoes that you can use to demonstrate how big of a day this was for you. Designers have placed their name on the insole of the shoe for your convenience. If that's not enough to satisfy your vociferous appetite for bragging rights, they also inscribe their name on the cover of the shoe box.
And in case you didn't know, Jimmy Choo is by far the winner:
It is important to note that not only is the bride optional in these shots, but so are the shoes. Get the tag and get out of there! No, I didn't crop these. The shots below are actual, honest-to-gosh photos from wedding blogs.
3b. the Modest (aka Pick-an-Angle-Where-You-Can't-See-the-Name-but-Still-Recognize-the Shoe)
This is a rendition of #3. For those who want to give a mix of the beauty of their shoe with just a hint of its cost. This method works best with Louboutin heels who are so very recognizable by their red colored soles. How do I know this? Google "red soled heels" and you too can increase your knowledge of women's shoes.
4. the Perfect-Day (aka the-Rule-of-Thirds-Makes-Everything-Look-Artistic)
Anyone who has taken Photo 101 knows that the Rule of thirds is a brilliant way of convincing our eyes that something conventional, ugly or boring look artistic and amazing. Not only that but if you play with your f-stops, you can get a nice depth of field photo which will also turn the most mundane into magnificent. No matter where you bought your shoes--nor how many other brides have worn the same ones--there is always a way to capture them in an interesting way.
5. the Traditional (aka Lift-the-Skirt-to-Reveal-the-Shoes)
This is a tried and true way of showing off your heels. Most of us who have worn dresses since we could walk have practiced this time and again. Only, now, we manage to do this without showing the world our diaper.
6. the Romantic (aka I-Wrote-Something-Commemorative-on-the-Bottom-of-These-Suckers)
Okay, I can't fault these people. I kinda respect them for wanting to imortalize the cuteness they wrote (or BeDazzled) on the bottom of their shoes...because you know you're not going to be able to read it after the day is over! Credit where credit's due, it's a palatable, less-obtrusive moment of gushy love.
And there you have it. What story do you want to tell? Is it the luxurious princess wedding? Are you going for the quirky, fun-loving romance? Do you want that traditional happily-ever-after day? No matter which way you go, your shoes will carry you there.
* Let it be said that I abhor the idea of "wedding sneaker." If you're going to wear sneakers to your wedding, do not give them a three inch heel nor a coating of sequins.
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