"I'm flattered that you're asking, but unfortunately, I am still human when it comes to the limits of my knowledge; women's shoes are a bit outside of my area of expertise. I'm afraid you'll have to settle for 'I think they'll look fine' and leave it at that."

He paused for a moment after that was out there. "Would you like assistance with the makeup, or will you be fine? I don't mind either way; we have plenty of time."