On Point

One month ago, I ordered my scones and clotted cream and woke up my daughter to watch the Royal Wedding. I am a bit of an Anglophile, and one who was taken by this romance. We all can’t seem to get enough of Harry and Meghan!Watching the guests entering the church was, of course, one of the highlights. We also all wanted to see what the Americans were wearing, and whether or not they faithfully followed the rules for dressing for a Royal Wedding. I consider myself something well north of a fashion novice and I know I would have been intimidated. It is a long list.You need to wear a hat, pantyhose, and an at least knee-length dress. You can’t show your shoulders or wear black.As far as footwear goes, no wedges and no open-toe shoes. I was paying attention to the shoes, especially, and I noticed that almost off the women had on pointy toe pumps, or what the Brits would call a court shoe. I just didn’t see any round toe, square toe, almond toe, or platforms. It was all about the point.Personally, this has always been my favorite, especially in a flat. I think it is a more elegant and sophisticated look. It also makes your legs look longer, and that is never a bad thing. I often hear folks say they can’t wear a point because of their toes. They do start to narrow in the toe box but rest assured, if you have been well fitted by your local shoe boutique, you should not be squeezing you toes into the point!These shoes are not just perfect for business attire, but the perfect pairing with any jeans. The dress up your skinnies, crop flares, boyfriend, and, if you are embracing the wide-leg trend, these are definitely the shoes for you.