It's prom season and for many girls this means a mad dash to find the perfect dress. In fact, a large majority of the time you spend shopping will be dedicated to looking through hundreds of dresses in hopes of finding the perfect one. So much time is spent looking for the dress that shoes often take a back seat in the prom essentials search. Shoes can make or break your entire prom night attire and therefore you should make it a point to choose the best pair to compliment your dress. Use these tips to help you find a great pair of shoes to dance you through your perfect prom night.

• Choosing a Style: Choose a shoe that compliments the shape of your foot, your height, and your dress. Don't be tempted to buy a shoe based on what they look like on the shelf. First and foremost, choose a shoe that works well with the width and size of your foot. Peep toe sandals are generally a great choice. Not only are they in this season but they work well with the majority of foot types. Never try to wear a style that doesn't compliment your feet. For example, if you have wider feet you may not want to choose those sleek strappy sandals you saw.

Another important decision to make when choosing a shoe style is to determine if you want flats or heels, and if you wear heels what size heel you prefer. For those of you who are extremely tall, it's your lucky year. Ballet flats are definitely in and they make very cute, comfy, and elegant prom shoes. For those of you who prefer heels, look for ones that compliment the height of your date.

• Break Them In: Breaking your shoes in before the prom is a great way to prevent uncomfortable blisters that can spring up from brand new shoes, especially high heels. Once you get your shoes, slip them on and pretend you're already at the prom Walk around your living room, dance like your all alone, and take a few trips up and down the stairs. Not only will this get them ready for the big night, but you will also learn how to walk in them. When you do try on your shoes, make if a point to do so later in the day. Your feet tend to swell up over the course of day and trying them on at night is the best time to make sure they fit right.

• Be Prepare With Back Ups: No matter how comfortable your shoes may be a night of dancing will have you begging for a break. Treat your feet after prom with a comfy pair of alternatives shoes. If your concerned about fashion, consider looking for a pair of ballet flats that are as cute as they are comfortable. You can even pack a pair of flip flops or sneakers to give your feet the comfort they deserve after carrying you across the dance floor.