Thoughts on providing dancing shoes for reception

I've been to many weddings with flip flop baskets and I feel like they almost never get used. But maybe that's just me.

I'd save the money. Flip flops don't really get used and I think those rescue flats are ridiculously expensive. People know they'll be dancing, they can plan accordingly.

Most people at my wedding just went barefoot. I went to a winter wedding and she provided flip flops. I took some just because they were there.

Lol I'm so glad you posted this. I was going to do this. But not now.

I wouldn't waste your money on it.

You should save your money. I don't think they are necessary at all. Adults should know how to dress themselves for a wedding, including appropriate footwear.

Thanks all - appreciate the reality check! I won't provide them

Don't waste your money or time... Two weddings I been the only people who put on flip flips were the bridal party and that's it

I think that concept is so strange. I've seen brides here talk about flip-flop baskets, but I just don't get it.

I mean, I'm an adult. I know what shoes to wear in certain situations.

I would save the money.

Having the same struggled with thinking I want to have a flip flop basket and want guests dancing but...it'll be mid November in New England, haha. Thanks, PPs, for convincing me not to spend the $$. I think I will still give my bridesmaids cute flip flops or those foldable flats, though, as part of their gifts so that they have no excuse not to get on the dance floor with me

ETA and obviously I'm giving them some personalized gifts too. But flats/flip flops and shawls will be for dancing and outdoor photos.

If anything, get some for your bridal party in their gift bags. I wouldn't do them for the wedding though. My friend did BM ones for her wedding and we all used them!

I'm different in that I did the flip flop basket with 40 pairs and came back with only 2, as women found me and said it was a wonderful idea because their heel broke/they decided to dance after all/etc. Ended up being a huge hit at ours!

Personally, I hate trying to dance in flip flops. I trip over myself more than I do in heels. Use the money elsewhere =)

I got some flipflops im my colors for my bms back during old navys $1 flip flop deal. But I wouldnt waste the money doing them for guest.

Most weddings I've been to with flip flop baskets, the shoes have gone unused. I usually wear flats, or take a second pair of shoes for dancing. I expect it, so I go prepared. I feel like most adults are the same way.

I'd be worried about having the right sizes for everyone. I wear a size 10 and one of my BM is a size 5. One size does not fit all.

Personally I always wear my heels and bring a change of shoes for later on in the night. I think it's a waste of money