Are you trying to find the ideal shoe to complement your yellow dress or ensemble? Look no further! This year yellow has made a comeback as a top favorite, and it is no surprise. This season, without doubt, this is a go to for fashionistas because of its sunny disposition and fun vibe.

I’m your friendly ShoeTease stylist here to help you select your best shoe options for yellow and mustard dresses as well as how you should finish off the look with a matching purse. Yellow shoes? Or, I don't know, some inspiration for how to wear an outfit? I’ve got you covered. So let's get started!

 

What Color Shoes to Wear with a Yellow Dress

Finding the perfect shoe color for your yellow dress is key to harmonising your outfit. Luckily, you have lots of options to ensure your shade of yellow matches with your style. Here are some of the best color shoes to pair with a yellow dress — as well as some styling tips for your accessories.

Black Shoes

Black shoes are a great choice that compliments most outfits, including yellow dresses. If you are attending a more formal event, they can provide a touch of sophistication and elegance to your look. Go for black pumps or strappy sandals for a chic, timeless number.

Metallic Shoes

Yellow dress though neutral in colour can be brightened up with metallic shoes such as silver or gold. The shades I love were the brighter shades of yellow (like lemon or sunflower), since they complemented their coloring that much better. A simple clutch or metallic jewelry will make a great match for them.

Blush/Beige Shoes

The brightness of a yellow dress can be balanced with some good neutral shoes like blush or beige. The color they bring is subtle, but it doesn’t overwhelm the outfit. Pastel or pale yellow dresses look especially great with these shoes as they have a soft and feminine effect.

White Shoes

Yellow dress paired with white shoes give a very fresh and summery look. However, they work especially well with softer shades of yellow, eg buttercup or pastel. For a casual look, opt for white sandals or sneakers to keep it at ease.

Brown Shoes

A warm and earthy touch to a yellow dress are brown shoes. These colors work particularly well with darker shades of yellow, like mustard or ochre. Wear nankle boots or loafers in brown for a stylish and soft look.

Black/White Shoes

If you pair a yellow dress with black and white shoes, it will look black and white. Yellow dresses with a pattern or print are their speciality and particularly good. For a modern and edgy look choose black and white pumps or sandals.

Blue Shoes

Yellow dress paired with a blue shoes creates fresh and summery look. These are particularly good for shades of yellow that are lighter; say lemon or buttercup. Blue sandals or espadrilles will look great at the beach and playfully.

Pink Shoes

Yellow dress and pink shoes may make a good match. They also work really nice with pastel or pale yellow dresses, looking nice sort of soft and delicate. For another sweet and charming look, opt for pink pumps, or ballet flats.

Purple Shoes

Purple shoes will be a bold upcoming look when paired with a yellow dress. Beyond that, they work especially wonderfully with darker yellows like mustard or even ochre. If you want to try an adventurous and daring look out for purple pumps or sandals.

Leopard Print Shoes

Yellow dress with Leopard print shoes adds adding a little bit of a note of wildness and some texture. However, yellow dresses with solid color work particularly well with them to produce a bold and statement making look. If leopard print pumps or ankle boots look fierce, you’re choosing a confident look.

Ultimately, the best shoe to complete the look will depend on your own personal style, the shade of yellow, and what the occasion is. Now there’s no need to be afraid of trying out different colours and dress styles to see what most suits you and puts you at your very best.

1. Yellow Dress Black Shoes

Yellow dress makes black shoes perfect. Wearing this will make the two colors contrast and set your outfit apart. If you want something a little more upmarket, Stuart Weitzman's NudistSong strappy sandals are a great option, or for something more comfortable and versatile, try Sam Edelman's Hazel pointed pump. There are numerous colors in both shoes, so you can get the right color to match your dress.

When it comes to purse styling, you can either team your black shoes with a black purse or pick a white or beige purse in a different colour to create a contrast. If you have a pattern in your dress you can also match your handbag with one of the colours in the pattern.

2. Yellow Dress with Metallic Shoes

Yellow dresses can be a great way to add a pop of color to your wardrobe, it just takes the right shoes to compliment them. A yellow dress with a pair of metallic shoes will make you look so classy and sophisticated. Well, metallic shoes go with any shade of yellow whether it’s gold, silver, bronze, or even pewter!

Silver or pewter shoes go well with other shades of metal, like black or white, and no – you can’t go wrong! If you are wearing gold shoes, choose beige or white purse.

 

3. Blush/Beige Shoes with a Yellow Dress

Blush or beige shoes are a good match for a yellow dress. These tones are neutral, which won't clash with the yellow and will allow the dress to really stand out. While some skin tones can pull of this look more perfectly than others, beige tones work great on darker complexions and are a versatile choice.

Among some of my favorite beige shoe styles are Stuart Weitzman's Nudist sandal and the designer's new satin Square Nudist. You could also pick up another fabulous shade of nude Louboutin's Pigalle Follies pump. For a more budget-friendly alternative, it's the perfectly minimal Patti Strappy Sandal by Sam Edelman.

When you’re done, add an beige shoes paired with a white, beige, or brown purse. This will also keep the focus where it should be – on your yellow dress and having anything else compete or distract from your overall look.

4. Yellow Dress with White Shoes

For a more Spring/Summer vibe, choose white shoes to match your yellow dress. A white flat or sneaker will do for an outfit, casual, while a white stiletto sandal or pump will do, for evening or day wear. A yellow and white combination would be completed off with a black or brown purse. Some favorite white shoes and boots to consider include:

• White sneakers
• White stiletto sandals
• White pumps

By following these styling tips, you can confidently rock a yellow dress with white shoes for any occasion.

5. Yellow Dress with Brown Shoes

 

Brown shoes can be great to pair with a yellow dress when you want something less formal during summer. The yellow dress loses nothing from the addition of a rich caramel or cognac shade that helps make the outfit warm without taking the luster from the yellow dress. To wear with an off the shoulder look, you can pair it with brown ankle boots or a yellow sundress with brown slides.

Regarding purse styling, it is commonly advised to choose neutral colors like beige, white or matching your shoes. A brown shoe and yellow dress combination complements a beige or rope colored purse.

Some of the favorite brown shoes and heels that can be paired with a yellow dress include:

• Cognac-colored ankle boots
• Brown strappy sandals
• Brown wedges
• Brown loafers
• Brown pumps

Overall, brown shoes can be a great option to pair with a yellow dress, especially for a more casual and laid-back look.

6. Yellow Dress with Black & White Shoes

A simple and chic way to perk up your outfit is by pairing a yellow dress with black and white shoes. A strong statement contrast features the bright yellow against the classic black and white. It brings compatibility for both casual and formal events.

For purse styling, it’s best to take it simple with a black or white purse. But if you dare to try, hot pink purse can give a splashing of color to your lemon-lime yellow outfit.

For the perfect black and white shoes to complete your look, consider trying out the following favorites:

• Classic black and white pumps
• Strappy black and white sandals
• Black and white sneakers

No matter which style you choose, black and white shoes are a versatile and fashionable choice to pair with your yellow dress.

7. Contrast Color or Print Shoes with Yellow

If you’re styling a yellow dress with shoes, think of a shade that is different than the dress. It can be a surprise and a statement in your outfit. Other color options include lavender, light blue, cobalt and hot pink. It also provides the option of a colorful reptile or animal print pattern.

Yet, it is worth noting that not all shoe colors fit in very well with yellow. Notably, only yellow should not be paired with orange or green shoes. Preferences may vary based on the dress shape and color however. It may be good to have an open mind towards fashion and to experiment the combinations.

When it comes to purse styling, your animal print purse shouldn’t clash with your shoes. If you’re after cooler pastel tones like baby blue or pale purple, then you want to stick to neutral purses in the same shade, such as white, blush, or beige. A contrastingly bright purse, or a classic black or white purse works for something brighter.

To sum it up, utilizing contrasting shoe color or print can make for a fun and stylish play with a yellow dress overall.

 

Where to Buy Yellow Dresses:

Looking for a yellow dress or a mustard dress? You should check out Zappos and Saks Fifth Avenue for their fabulous selection of different styles and fabrics. For those who prefer edgier or high fashion styles, Net-a-Porter has an unbelievable selection to choose from. Happy shopping!

Final Words on What Color Shoes to Wear with a Yellow Dress

Now that you know what color shoes to wear now with yellow dress, you won’t be afraid to put on the outfit without any second thought. Bear in mind that yellow is a color which can easily be matched with different shoe shades apart from the same color of yellow.

As with the yellow dress, you don’t want to wear yellow shoes. Go for neutral colours, such as white, black, nude or metallic colours such as silver or gold. The colors will go well with your yellow dress, and give you a little bit of sophistication with your outfit.

Pairing your yellow dress with beautiful bold shoes in your red, blue, or green colors might give you a little pop of color that your outfit has been missing. The most important thing is, however, that you choose a shade that goes well with your dress, but not too well as to clash.

There are plenty of shoe styles to choose from. If you’re wearing a yellow dress you can pair it with sneakers or sandals for a casual look. If it’s a more formal occasion go for heels or dressy flats.

Fashion isn't set in stone, so if you've got the knack for colour pairing and the courage to rock it, don't be afraid to test out different colours and styles of shoe. The most important thing in the end, however, is to dress how you feel comfy in.