What shoes to wear with a long dress?

Wearing a long dress is very much in vogue. It’s a must-have piece in your wardrobe for any season. However, to avoid a fashion blunder, it's important to choose how to showcase it properly. The beauty of a dress is that it can serve as a complete outfit on its own. Sure, you can accessorise it as you please, but all you need is a lovely pair of shoes to complete your look. So, what shoes should you wear with your long dress? Ultimately, it will depend on your personality and preferences. Will you opt for the fully feminine choice with high heels or a flatter, more comfortable style? Do you favour the appearance of a particular model or its practicality? In this article, we'll share all our tips to help you make a decision.

Ankle boots with or without heels for a bohemian style

Ankle boots with long dress

With a bohemian dress and to enhance your feminine side, you might pair it with heeled ankle boots. Small suede boots or a beautiful leather model will give you a retro feel. Some ankle boots even lean towards a pin-up style. If you’re petite, heeled shoes will elongate your silhouette, making you feel instantly more confident. You will look taller by a few centimetres. The height of the heels should allow you to feel comfortable. You can wear very high heels if you're used to it, but heels that are two to three centimetres are enough to refine your silhouette and give a feminine flair. If you don't like walking in heels, a simpler and more pleasant option is easier for you. High heels exude your femininity with class.

However, you can also opt for flat styles. A pair of leather ankle boots, laced, in black, brown, or red, for example, will give you a rock'n'roll vibe. Ankle boots adorned with fringes or colourful embroidery will add a touch of whimsical bohemian flair. There are also more unique coloured ankle boots. To give a classic pair some energy, colourful laces will help you stand out. Ultimately, it depends on what kind of vibe you want to radiate and your personality.

Sandals with a summer dress

Bohème Sandals

While ankle boots are perfect for the autumn-winter season, sandals are a great match for your summer dress. Plus, they will give you a chic appearance. Flat sandals are comfortable and ideal for long walks. If you’re planning to wear your dress for an evening out, healed sandals will look lovely. The boho chic trend offers whimsical designs with pom poms, colourful beads, or braided straps. But you’ll also find more minimalist and discreet options. Simple mules provide a casual look and offer perfect comfort. In summer, shoes are available in a rainbow of colours or neutral tones. If your outfit is understated, a very colourful model will add some flair. Conversely, a brightly coloured or patterned dress can be complemented with neutral-coloured sandals. Flat sandals with a jute sole are trendy for their natural feel.

Sneakers for a laid-back look

Wearing sneakers with a dress is far from a fashion faux pas. It’s the comfort and modernity option. You’ll showcase a trendy urban femininity. Pairing a dress with sneakers allows you to express your non-conformist side. Where you might expect someone to wear small shoes, you surprise them. The variety of sneaker designs is extensive. To gain a few centimetres while staying comfortable, wedge sneakers are your best friends.

In terms of materials, if the weather is mild, go for a beautiful pair in canvas. Fancy something playful? Then floral patterned fabric sneakers in vibrant colours will celebrate the arrival of spring and brighten your mood. If you prefer a classic and sporty look, many specialised brands often create feminine and sleek styles. A tip: some sneakers come with ribbons instead of laces. To give any pair of sneakers a feminine touch, replace the laces with a satin ribbon that matches your long dress. Guaranteed effect!

Ballet flats: simplicity and elegance

Ballet flats go with every outfit, which is why we love them. Simple, essential, comfortable, and feminine, wear them with your dresses and skirts, whether long or short. Basic models embody simplicity and discreet elegance. However, in recent years, designers have gotten quite creative in this area. Often, they come adorned with a large bow, or a light satin flower, or even fringes and pom poms for a boho chic effect. The colour options are so varied that it's hard to choose. Bright shades coexist with browns and blacks. Red ballet flats or those with polka dots give you a pin-up vibe, which pairs beautifully with a similarly styled dress for an unapologetically retro look. But a plain pair of ballet flats in beige, white, or black adorned with a few beads paired with a plain dress will give you a more casual look. Powder pink ballet flats with a soft fabric flower are the favourite shoes of the romantic in you.

Your shoe choice depends on your fashion style

Long Bohemian Dresses

The choice of model to pair with your long dress depends on the vibe you wish to adopt:

• for a feminine silhouette, it’s best to choose heeled options: boots, ankle boots, sandals, from bohemian and retro chic to the more classic, they suit all women;
• if you want a more urban vibe, opt for sneakers, the colour and shape will set the tone: slim and feminine, in canvas and practical, more classic for the athletic types. They will energise an outfit;
• if you wish to exude a rock vibe, choose black or red boots or ankle boots;
• flat models like ballet flats ensure comfort and can be adapted to your personality: quirky, classic, casual, romantic.