Say I Do in Bridal-Worthy Sneakers—16 Perfect Pairs to Wear to Your Wedding

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Since the modern bride tends to swap her look throughout the night—there’s a dress for the ceremony, reception, and sometimes even the after-party—these outfit changes can call for new footwear too. Call it revolutionary, or maybe it’s simply an era when practical fashion outweighs tradition, but more and more brides are swapping out pretty party shoes for something unexpected and much more casual: the wedding sneaker. Whether you’re hiding a pair under your gown or showing them off with an accompanying after-party frock, a sneaker can, in fact, be wedding appropriate. Take it from Jenna Rennert, who swapped a pair of 3-inch bedazzled heels at one in the morning for custom Nike Blazers, that she matched with her husband. The two comfortably danced the night away, a major relief after a whole day of running around between wedding festivities—plus, they paired perfectly with her wispy feathered minidress.

Plus, you don’t have to be a total sneakerhead in order to get behind the look; these pairs feel just as special as ceremonial bridal shoes and can come complete with grosgrain ribbon laces, crystal-embellished buckles, or glitter-dusted soles in a palette of ivory, cream, and wedding whites. With plenty of things to worry about on your wedding day, a little extra comfort is appreciated; with these on your feet, everything from greeting guests to dancing should all be a piece of cake. Whether your dress has a bustle or you plan on changing looks completely, consider slipping on a wedding-worthy sneaker—one with a bit of glitz or a custom keepsake from the day. Here, find 16 white wedding sneakers for the modern bride-to-be.