It’s Official: These 8 Shoe Colors Make Yellow Dresses Look Incredible
If you are wondering what shoe colors to wear with a yellow dress, check out these 8 reliable options.
When it comes to putting together a stylish outfit, every element counts. From the dress to the accessories, each piece contributes to the overall look and feel of your ensemble.
One important factor that can’t be overlooked is your choice of shoes, and this is especially true when it comes to pairing shoes with a yellow dress. Yellow is a bold and eye-catching color that can be difficult to accessorize, but the right shoes can make all the difference.
The good news is that there are several shoe colors that can work well with a yellow dress, depending on the occasion and the look you’re going for. Whether you’re wearing a bright and cheerful sundress or a sophisticated cocktail dress, the right shoes can elevate your outfit to the next level.
In this article, we’ll explore the best shoe colors to wear with a yellow dress to help you create a stylish and cohesive look from head to toe. Whether you’re going to a wedding, a cocktail party, or a night out on the town, we’ve got you covered.
The Best Shoe colors To Wear With A Yellow Dress
1. Nude Shoes
When in doubt, go nude. Nude and neutral shoes are a safe subtle choice to wear with a yellow dress of any shade, and color combination works well for both special occasions as well as everyday wear.
Plus, nude and neutral shoes are typically close to the skin color of the person wearing them, which means they blend in with the legs and create the illusion of longer and leaner legs, especially if you opt for heels. This makes nude shoes a great option for shorter or petite women who want to elongate their legs and create a more flattering silhouette.
Nude Shoes We Love
Jeffrey Campbell
Fluxx Sandal
At Nordstrom
Christian Louboutin
So Me Studded Sandal
At Nordstrom
Dolce Vita
Paily Braided Sandal
At Nordstrom
2. White Shoes
White has to be our favorite color for summertime dressing, and while the color might sound daunting to wear in the shape of footwear, white sandals, sneakers and even heels pair effortlessly well with pale and light yellow dresses. (Avoid pairing darker shades of yellow like mustard yellow with white heels, unless you’re looking for a highly contrasting look.)
To maintain a coherent look, make sure that your handbag is in a similar light color, and accessorize with gold jewelry. This is a great color combination that can be worn everywhere from beach dates to summer weddings.
White Shoes We Love
Cult Gaia
Ilona Pearly Stud Mule Sandals
At Neiman Marcus
Tony Bianco
Marcel Mule
At Revolve
Gucci
GG Quilted Slide Sandal
At Nordstrom
3. Metallic Shoes
Gold is a metallic color that has a warm and rich quality, which makes it a perfect match for the sunny and cheerful vibes of a yellow dress. The ideal yellow shades to pair with rich, yellow gold shoes are bright yellow, honey yellow, sunflower yellow, banana and mustard yellow, which look amazing on warm-toned women.
On the contrary, if your skin is more cool-toned, you’ll want to opt for champagne gold or silver shoes, and pair them with a paler yellow dress. Some yellow hues that look amazing on cooler skin tones are pastel yellow and light yellow.
Metallic Shoes We Love
Aquazzurra
Yes Darling Metallic Crystal-Heel Mules
At Neiman Marcus
Mach & Mach
Glitter Double Crystal Bow Pointed Toe Pump
At Nordstrom
Tony Bianco
Shy Sandal
At Revolve
4. Lilac Shoes
Yellow and purple are opposites on the color wheel which is why lilac shoes look stunning with a yellow dress! This lilac and yellow combination is a great idea if you want a more fun, brightly colored look that you can wear to a party or on a summer’s day.
Lilac shoes look best with sunshine yellow and buttery yellow shades, as opposed to mustard tones, so it is worth bearing this in mind when you are picking out your shoes.
Strappy lilac sandals, whether they are flat or heel always look incredible with a yellow dress, or you could even go for a pair of lilac sneakers with a yellow sundress for a cute and casual look.
Lilac Shoes We Love
Nike
Dunk Low Premium Next Nature Basketball Sneaker
At Nordstrom
Linea Paolo
Heart Ankle Strap Pointed Toe Pump
At Nordstrom
Sam Edelman
Felicia Flat
At Nordstrom
5. Yellow Shoes
Monochromatic looks can be incredibly fashion-forward, which is why you shouldn’t shy away from pairing your yellow dress with heels in the same color family. To keep things interesting, we recommend choosing a pair of shoes that isn’t a complete color match; for example, you could experiment with light lime-colored shoes and pair them with a pastel yellow dress.
Alternatively, you can also go for a complete tonal match – it’s a fail-safe choice. Accessorize with a neutral, white, or metallic bag to keep the overall look coherent.
Our Favorite Yellow Shoes
Larroudé
Goldie Strappy Sandal
At Nordstrom
Stuart Weitzman
Cayman 35 Block Slide Sandal
At Nordstrom
Roger Vivier
Virgule Floral-Embroidered Colorblock Slingback Pumps
At Neiman Marcus
6. Brown & Tan Shoes
Much like nude shoes, brown and tan shoes are a safe color choice to wear with yellow dresses, and create a warm and earthy color combination that is perfect for the summer months.
These shoes can provide a grounding effect to the bold and vibrant tones of yellow, and as they come in multiple hues, you’ll have lots of options to choose from. If your dress is a bright or warm yellow, we recommend opting for tan or chocolate brown shoes for the perfect match.
Alternatively, if your dress is on the paler side of yellow, cool-toned browns like taupe work wonderfully, as demonstrated in the outfit above.
Brown Shoes We Love
Isabel Marant
Duerto Suede Western Boots
At Neiman Marcus
Sam Edelman
Waylon Slide Sandal
At Nordstrom
Valentino Garavani
Rockstud Espadrille Wedge Sandal
At Nordstrom
7. Orange Shoes
Go for a bright and bold look by pairing your yellow dress with orange shoes! We love this color combination during the spring and summer months when you are looking to bring more color into your wardrobe and embrace those vibrant shades.
The best way to pair these colors together is to match the vividness of the shades – for example if you have a bright yellow dress, go for a rich orange pair of shoes, or if you have a pastel yellow dress, then pastel orange shoes will match perfectly.
We think orange heels, whether that is pumps or sandals, are best to pair with a yellow dress to exude fun and glamour!
Orange Shoes We Love
Saint Laurent
Suite Satin Block-Heel Mules
At Neiman Marcus
Amina Muaddi
Brito Clear Mule Stiletto Sandals
At Neiman Marcus
Vince Camuto
Faiza Sandal
At Nordstrom
8. Black Shoes
Black is a neutral color that can provide a sophisticated and elegant contrast to the bright and bold tones of yellow, and it can also help to anchor the outfit and create a uniform look, especially if you have darker skin or hair.
This can be particularly important if you’re wearing a yellow dress to a formal or professional event, where you want to make a stylish statement without being too loud or flashy.
To complete the look, accessorize with your favorite black handbag, and keep the rest of your accessories minimal to give your dress the full attention that it deserves.
Black shoes we love
Gianvito Rossi
Bijoux High-Heel Sandals
At Neiman Marcus
Jeffrey Campbell
Linques-2 Sandal
At Revolve
Valentino Garavani
VLOGO Pointed Toe Slingback Pumps
At Nordstrom
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