Hi all-
I'm trying to gather some more input on whether or not I should have the bridesmaids shoes match their outfits. I've been getting mixed messages from folks that have been helping me with planning so far - so I thought some outside opinions would be beneficial

I normally would be completely fine with the girls wearing different shoes - however, they are going to be in matching outfits (gold tulle skirts (not tooooo poofy) and silk tank tops) - each piece is being made by a bridesmaid's mother for about $60 total. I am thinking of having them in a navy shoe - since they may wear a navy silk sash as well. However - since the groomsmen will also be in navy, I'm worried if we have too many colors of navy going on up front it'll be distracting.
I saw someone's idea of getting a paint swatch from home depot and sending those to the girls - but do other folks have other opinions/ideas? I did find fairly inexpensive ($45) shoes that all the girls liked - but I thought it may be nice if they all could pick what they are most comfortable in.
Thanks!
Re: Bridesmaid Shoe Question
They are already wearing something that they will never wear again. Do not force them to obtain another "straight to the Goodwill pile" item. I warned my bridesmaids that the wedding would be outdoors so they should wear comfy shoes. One of them couldn't resist buying a pair of (effing FABULOUS) stilettos to go with her dress (that she individually picked out). After the rehearsal she understood why I warned against it. The grass would have been Hell on them. She decided that she should skip our pre-wedding mani/pedi & lunch to go buy another new pair of shoes. I told her I didn't care if she wore flip flops. She thought that was great and did. Guess what...ZERO people cared what was on ANY of our feet.
The cardigans will be more precautionary in case it does get a bit chilly inside or if they decide to go onto the patio throughout the evening.
OP, I honestly cannot imagine a more unforgiving look for your BM's. There is no reason they need to match you. There are scores of lovely dresses with lace overlays that would allow your BM's to look and feel more appropriate AND give them a fighting chance of wearing them again. Please reconsider the tulle. It may be a look YOU love, but I think there is a reason you cannot find them in a store.