White Pumps Are Nice, But 2026 Brides Will Be Walking Down the Aisle in These 6 Unexpected Shoe Trends

Anny Choi is a Who What Wear editor in residence, a stylist, a creative brand consultant, and the founder of bridal styling studio Anny Choi Brides.

I’ve been styling brides for over seven years and have seen countless trends come and go. There was a summer when every bride opted for a romantic allover lace gown, followed by a season dominated by modern drop waists. But one thing remained consistent: When it came to wedding-day shoes, brides liked to keep it classic. Think Manolo Blahnik’s satin Carolyne pumps or timeless Jimmy Choo block-heel sandals.