While this isn't the deepest philosophical question ever posed, it may have a significant impact on your wedding day. The choice of heels vs. flats may dramatically alter the silhouette of your outfit, have a great influence on your comfort level, and make the difference between looking like a giant and dwarfing in comparison to your spouse. Here are some things to consider while deciding between heels and flats for your wedding shoes.

What do you wear?

Bridal shoes can be a non-issue for many brides wearing floor-length gowns. Why fret over something that no one will see? If you want your shoes to be invisible, choose comfort over height, and have your dress shortened to the height of the heels you want to wear.

If your dress (or ensemble) exposes your feet, try on a variety of shoes to discover what looks best with your bridal appearance. If you select the proper style, most dresses, including tea-length dresses, may be worn with both flats and heels. Make sure to try on suitable bridal shoes with your full ensemble and think about not just how lovely your feet appear, but also how they affect your posture and form. The correct shoes may totally transform your appearance.

Is height a problem?

If your heels or flats put you at a big height difference from your other half, this is something to think about. If it doesn't bother either of you, don't think about it, but if maintaining heights in proportion is essential to you, this is worth considering. Before the big day, try on any shoes from Avalia Shoes to check how they fit and to avoid any surprises at the altar.

What do you wear daily?

Your bridal outfit should be a celebration of your unique style as well as an extension of it. A wedding attire that deviates from your customary fashion norms is unlikely to function. So, if you exclusively wear flats, keep wearing them! Similarly, if you were born in stilettos, don't be afraid to wear them on your wedding day. If you do decide to make a shift, rehearse by purchasing similar heeled footwear for a few months before your wedding and incorporating heels into your regular outfit.

Is it possible to change your bridal shoes?

Brides are increasingly opting for one style for the ceremony (typically heels) and then switching to more comfortable flats for the reception and dancing. If this works with your dress and location, it may provide you not just the best of both worlds in terms of style, but also a perfect reason to buy two stunning pairs of shoes. Your reception shoes might be amusing, even silly. Everything from wedding sneakers to ballet heels and flip-flops has been spotted! Make up for the lack of a heel with gorgeous embellishments.

Have you already found love?

Sometimes no amount of common sense can keep you from falling in love with a pair of lovely but completely impractical shoes. If this happens and you can't get them out of your head, go for it. It's your wedding day, so a little self-indulgence is more than acceptable. Bring some backup shoes, though, since the most gorgeous shoes are typically the most uncomfortable!