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Dress advice

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HeatherDF · 26/07/2025 17:24

Hi. I have a wedding in December. I have bought a navy bardot dress. It's quite heavy fabric but I'm wondering what to wear on my feet as I'm no good with heels. Could I wear boots? I also need to work out what to wear on top. I'm considering a wrap or pashmina. I'm 5'2 and really need right combo. Thanks.

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KeepOnKeepingOn25 · 26/07/2025 20:11

Hi OP, wow that is a gorgeous dress! :)

I am also a shortie and I think I’d want a little bit of heel, even just a low kitten heel or you can get some nice block ones. Can you tolerate any kind of heel?

Something like this maybe? (less than 2” heel): https://www.vivaia.com/item/pointed-toe-kitten-slingback-selena-p_10029190.html?gid=10029206&currency=GBP&shipping_country_code=GB&select_size=1&ccode=GB&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=17867680936&utm_content&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=17866527078&gbraid=0AAAAACQSLpPsi86IffqE2jwstAxp0Kewx&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI4cKAtZjbjgMVhptQBh1WKAaeEAQYAyABEgKn1_D_BwE

A wrap or pashmina would be lovely with the dress and mirror the Bardot neckline. As it is winter you could go for a rich fabric like cashmere or velvet. I love (faux) fur shawls/ shrugs for special occasions in winter but know they’re not everyone’s cup of tea. Spotted this pretty mohair one on Etsy which is less bulky than a faux fur, comes in lots of colours including navy: https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/675685059/wedding-shawl-bridal-mohair-wrap-beige?gpla=1&gao=1&utm_source=connexity&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_uk_google&utm_content=17535566105780363595718921138008005&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_NbTkZvbjgMVHYdQBh3yUCVuEAQYCCABEgKDAfD_BwE

Pointed-Toe Kitten Slingback (Selena), Black, EU35 | VIVAIA

Embrace elegance reimagined with Selena slingback, a tribute to unmatched craftsmanship. The soft knit upper, subtle kittle heel, and pointed toe radiate sophistication, while the unique insole offers unmatched comfort.

https://www.vivaia.com/item/pointed-toe-kitten-slingback-selena-p_10029206.html?gid=10029206&ccode=GB&currency=GBP&gad_campaignid=17866527078&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAACQSLpPsi86IffqE2jwstAxp0Kewx&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI4cKAtZjbjgMVhptQBh1WKAaeEAQYAyABEgKn1_D_BwE&select_size=1&shipping_country_code=GB

BellissimoGecko · 26/07/2025 20:22

What about wedges?

HeatherDF · 27/07/2025 12:41

Thanks both. Wedges might be an option. I do like the kitten heel shoes and that shawl is gorgeous. 😍

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