The Dyeable Shoe Store is proud to offer you the most up-to-date designer fashions (see our entire Product Catalog) for dyeable and “factory dyed” bridal, wedding and prom shoes, available in many different fabrics. are made from the same fabric as your dress or gown, it will not be possible to get a perfect color match due to the textural differences between your shoe fabric and the dress material. With factory dyed shoes, many manufacturers use “color fast” dyes that closely match the bridal, wedding and prom dress industry. These shoes cannot be re-dyed. Your shoe fabric and texture should match as closely as possible to the fabric and texture of your gown. Each fabric type has its own unique characteristics. In order to ensure that your bridal shoes, wedding shoes or prom footwear will blend as close to the hue and depth of color of your gown as humanly possible, we recommend having your bridal or prom shoes custom dyed by our master dyer.

call Toll Free 1-888-DYE-ABLE (393-2253) or send us an email if you have questions about your custom dye order. This reference can help you to decide which shoe fabrics are best for your ensemble but as a general rule, try and match the texture of your shoes to the texture at the bottom of your ensemble. This will draw less attention to your bridal or prom shoes and create a seamless flow with your dress or gown.Dyeing an evening dress is an economical and simple task. Fabric dye works best on clothing that is made of cotton, but it can also be used to dye other types of fabrics, such as the fabric of most evening dresses. Follow the guidelines below to get an understanding of the basic fabric dyeing steps, and make your evening dress a hit. Be sure that any pots, tubs, or tongs that you use are not re-used for any other purposes, as the chemical from fabric dye will leave a residue on the materials that could contaminate food. Things You'll NeedWhite or off-white evening dress (washable, not dry clean only)

Fabric dye such as Rit Large cooking pot or a plastic tub (for dyeing purposes only) Sink with running waterTire Pressure Gauge Accuracy Test Tongs (for dyeing purposes only)Vinyl Floor Square Tiles Plastic gloves (for dyeing purposes only)Hotels In Kansas City Mo With Hot Tub Suites Start with a dress that is white, off white, or beige, which are the easiest colors to dye. Cotton is the easiest fabric to dye, so the more cotton in the fabric, the better. Purchase fabric dye from a craft supply store or an online retailer. Some large department type stores (big box stores) carry fabric dye, however for the best variety and selection a craft store is best. Choose a work area that has a flat surface and cover this area with a waterproof tablecloth to protect it.

Place a large plastic tub or a cooking pot on a flat surface. Fill the plastic tub with very warm water, or simply heat up the pot on a stove until the water is very warm. Protect your clothing and skin with an apron and gloves. Stir in the fabric dye, making sure it has dissolved completely. Place the evening dress in the tub or pot, and let it absorb the fabric dye. Stir the dress a bit to make sure it soaks up a lot of color. Check the color of the dress every 2 or 3 minutes until the fabric is the color you desire. Remove the dress from the dye and rinse it under a running faucet. Cold water works best only if the dress is the color you desire. Rinse the evening dress under very warm water if the color intensity needs to be reduced. If needed, repeat the dyeing process to obtain the desired dress color. Dry the dress by laying it flat on the waterproof table liner, or by hanging it up in a shower to dry. Rinse out and clean up all materials. Place everything in a location where the instruments will not be mistakenly used for food preparation or cooking.

Dye your shoes, handbag, or other accessories with any leftover dye to match your evening dress.FINDING someone to dye clothing can be a daunting task. While there are numerous companies that specialize in bulk dyeing (''We do 500 to 1,000 pounds at a time,'' said one employee) and those that specialize in dyeing clothes for the theater, few will accept one piece of clothing. When you do locate a company, dyeing is still a risky business. While a label may say 100 percent silk, for instance, the fabric might contain a small amount of another fiber, causing streaks during the dyeing process. Another problem can occur when the lining shrinks at a different rate than the shell. And some synthetic fabrics cannot be dyed at all. The designs in printed fabrics can be washed away by the hot water used in dyeing, said Franc Sabino, the manager of 20/20 Colorists in Manhattan, a company that will dye a single piece of clothing. He added that fabrics with a Scotchgard finish might take the dye only in some places, and that a dress might be made from different bolts of the same fabric, causing the dye to come out darker in places.

People should also be aware of the principles of color. ''If you put blue and red together, what do you get?'' The answer, of course, is purple, meaning that a blue dress cannot be dyed red. Clothing must be taken to the shop to determine if it is worth dyeing. But because potential problems are not necessarily visible to the eye, even Mr. Sabino can be surprised by the results. ''You can never tell by looking at a garment if it's going to work or not,'' he said. But there are some success stories, too. The company saved a white Calvin Klein evening dress with makeup stains that even dry cleaning could not remove. The dress was hand-painted in a swirling pattern of pastel colors. The work cost $250. (Dyeing it solid black would have run about $85.) The company dyes cotton, linen, wool and certain synthetics like polyester, nylon and acetate, depending on the color and quality of the fabric. It does not dye acrylics. Most articles of clothing can be dyed, including bridesmaids' dresses, handbags and shoes.

And it's possible to dye curtains, upholstery, tablecloths, napkins and pillows. Generally, Mr. Sabino is wary of dying wedding dresses that have been shortened to cocktail length. ''It could be ruined, especially those made of satin or taffeta,'' he said. The minimum charge is $60; a 50 percent deposit is required. The company does not accept credit cards, and there is no pickup or delivery service. Work generally takes about two weeks. The Martin Izquierdo Studio in Manhattan primarily serves the theatrical community. The company dyed the costumes for ''Jerome Robbins's Broadway'' and also does work for Ralph Lauren's showrooms. But Mr. Izquierdo and his staff of three will also take on individual jobs. In addition to dyeing clothing solid colors, Mr. Izquierdo said, ''we can paint patterns into clothes to camouflage spots.'' Mr. Izquierdo added some caveats about the dyeing process: a cotton skirt might be sewn with polyester thread, which can cause shrinkage.

And since soil and accumulated cleaning fluids can affect the dyeing process, old garments are more difficult to dye than new ones. The studio dyes only natural fabrics. Shoes and handbags are accepted. The minimum charge is $35. Work takes from one day to one week; no pickup or delivery. Elissa Tatigikis Iberti of Brooklyn was a dyer and costume coordinator at the Metropolitan Opera for seven years. She dyes only clothing and prefers natural fibers like silk and cotton. Dyeing is more expensive than most people think, she said, and women who want to dye bridesmaids' dresses usually end up saying: '' 'Oh, forget it. I could buy a new dress for that.' The minimum charge is $55; Ms. Iberti will pick up and deliver. In the fall she plans to start seminars on dyeing for people who want to learn how to do it themselves. Here's Where 20/20 COLORISTS 20 West 20th Street, Room 501; 212-255-6579. Hours: 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. Monday through Friday, by appointment only. MARTIN IZQUIERDO STUDIO 118 West 22d Street, ninth floor;