Yellow Dresses Are A Summertime Favorite – Here’s How To Style Them
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. 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
5. 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
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. Blue Shoes
Many shades of blue look great when paired with yellow dresses, ranging from royal blue to pale sky blue. Light blue shoes like the ones featured in the above outfit can add an unexpected pop of color to pale yellow dresses, and they often come across more effortless than richer shades of blue.
However, if you’re looking to make a statement, you can also opt for cobalt blue and royal blue shoes – these will be real head-turners at any special events.
Light Blue Shoes We Love
Stuart Weitzman
Cayman 35 Block Slide Sandal
At Nordstrom
Song Of Style
Gelato Heel
At Revolve
Intentionally Blank
Kifton Heel
At Revolve
8. Animal Print Shoes
Animal print shoes, such as leopard or snakeskin, can be a great choice to pair with a yellow dress because they add a bold and statement-making touch to the outfit. Animal prints are a timeless and versatile pattern that come in shoes of all shapes and sizes, ranging from knee-high boots to more subtle loafers, sneakers and stilettos.
Animal print shoes are often categorized as neutral shoes, which means that they can be mixed, matched and reused over and over, creating new and fun looks with other clothes that you already have in your wardrobe. So, while animal print shoes can provide a playful contrast to your yellow dress, they are also easier to re-wear than other daring shoe colors may be.
Animal Print Shoes We Love
Black Suede Studio
Tory Boot
At Nordstrom
Golden Goose
Mid Star Leopard-Print Leather Sneakers
At Neiman Marcus
Stella McCartney
Stella 100 Recycled Snake-Print Sandals
At Neiman Marcus
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