Red Shoes: Your Guide to Finding the Ideal Match

The versatility that the color red holds makes it a great color for mixing and matching. For some though, this can also hold them back from incorporating red into their shoes and wardrobe.

The challenge in wearing red shoes and clothes lies in wearing the color rather than letting it wear you—especially if you’re wearing it from head to toe, rather than as an accent color.

If you want to pull off an all-red statement look, it’s best to work your way up. Why not start with red shoes? It's a great color that can fit any occasion: from casual outings, and smart business settings, to formal events.

Adding a new color to your wardrobe can feel uncomfortable at first. Level up your fashion game with bold and bright red shoes while staying extra comfy and well-supported with KURU footwear.

Pair Your Red Footwear

Wondering how to style your red shoes? Our KURU GURUs outline the best ways to wear them below.

Red looks amazing, whether it's worn on its own or with other colors. When styling your red shoes, the first thing to learn is which colors go best with red.

Color Combinations With Red:

White, black, and neutrals would always look chic and sophisticated with red. Examples of neutrals include grays, creams, and khakis. Wearing these colors offer an easy way to style your new red footwear. An all-black or all-white outfit with bright red shoes is a classic pairing. This would work for both men and women and any occasion or style—from casual and athletic wear to business and formal events. As for other colors, red looks best with navy blue, green, pink, and orange. It also pairs well with metallic colors, like silver and gold.

Match Red With Red:

Adding or wearing another red item to your ensemble is another easy way to match your red shoes with the rest of your outfit. It can be your top, pants, skirt, or jacket. If it has even a splash of red, then that makes it easier to match your red shoes. If you don’t have any red clothes, then accessorize! Even small accessories can tie your red shoes together with the rest of your outfit. For women, this can mean a red pair of earrings, necklace, hair band, hair tie, or bag. For men, you can wear a red watch, sunglasses, bag, cap, or pocket square for formal events.

Casual Outfits With Red Shoes:

You can create a foolproof casual outfit using only a limited color palette. If you’ve got red and white shoes, then use those two colors for the whole ensemble. The same goes for black and red shoes. A basic casual outfit built around red tennis shoes can be white a white shirt, black pants, white socks, and a denim jacket. This look would work for both men and women, though you can opt for skirts or rather than pants if you prefer. For a more colorful, casual look for men, try pairing red running shoes with green or khaki shorts, a blue button-down, and invisible socks. For a cute yet casual date outfit for women, you can wear red flat shoes with a flowy pink skirt, a white tank top or t-shirt, and a jean jacket.

Office Outfits With Red Shoes:

For smart-casual office wear, guys can pair red tennis shoes with khaki pants, a plaid red button-down shirt, and white socks. If you’re looking for a more feminine option, you can wear a gray power dress and a white blazer or a black leather skirt and white blouse with red shoes.

Another great business casual outfit would be dark blue jeans, a white shirt, a black suit jacket or blazer, and red and white shoes. Changing the white shirt to pink, green, orange, patterned, or multicolored shirts would also look great.

The best way to wear red shoes is to do so with full confidence! If you’re feeling low on confidence or self-esteem, draw power from the color itself. Emulate confident fashionistas wearing red and, as they say, fake it ‘till you make it.

The Color Psychology of Red

Learn more about the meanings behind the colors we wear and how we can craft the perfect color palette to accomplish our goals.

When worn, vibrant red shades are used to show dominance and power, evoke passion, and attract interest. The color red can easily make you stand out from the crowd and give you a boost in self-esteem and self-confidence.

Since red is a naturally eye-catching or highly visible color, it is often used for signs and lights. It is used to mean to slow down or stop, often warning people of potential danger.

Red is a naturally evocative hue. In color psychology, it is considered to be one of the most powerful colors, able to provoke the strongest emotions in us. It can also affect our bodies physically. Studies show that red can increase our heart rate, raise blood pressure, and enhance metabolism.

Red can also be seen as a color of luxury, royalty, or higher social standing. This is why many of the most luxurious cars, royal capes, and welcoming carpets for celebrities and distinguished guests are all red.

Many people with outgoing or extroverted and strong personalities favor the color red. Conversely, people who want to become more confident tend to include red in their wardrobe.

Individuals who favor red can also be seen as impulsive, natural leaders, optimistic, and competitive. They are considered to be fighters and go-getters, though it can also be a sign of hot tempers. Red also represents charming, charismatic, and energetic people well.

Key Considerations Before Making a Purchase

Discover the perfect pair of red shoes to add some excitement to your wardrobe! Don't know where to start? Let us guide you through the process of finding the right shade and style for you.

While bright and bold red shoes are a fan favorite, they might not be the best choice if you're new to daring colors. Instead, consider the equally popular red and white shoes or darker, muted shades of red for a more subtle look.

If you frequently wear suits and formal wear, red shoes coordinate best with navy, white, beige/cream, and gray. In other instances, these colors may not pair as well with red.

To choose the best shade of red for your skin tone, take into account your undertones. Fair skin tones with cool undertones should opt for vivid and dark reds like cherry, ruby, and blood red. Golden-skinned or fair-skinned individuals with warm undertones can rock deep red shades. Medium skin tones pair well with red-orange hues and deeper reds. Dark skin tones have the luxury of wearing almost any shade of red, from bright berry to luxurious burgundy.

Lastly, ensure that your red shoes provide ample comfort and support for all-day wear. Consider trying out KURU footwear for a perfect combination of comfort and style. Don't wait any longer to add some excitement to your wardrobe with a pair of stunning red shoes!