How To Make Flats Look Elegant

I’m the number one offender of walking home with my heels in my hands. As soon as I’m able to take those babies off, I do.

While heels can complete a look (hence why I put up with them!), they’re not always necessary. In fact, flats can look just as fab - if you know how to work them…

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FOR WORK

It’s definitely possible to look professional in flats, and if you’re running around from meeting to meeting, comfort is essential.

First up, you need an amazing pair of black flats. Be willing to spend a bit extra on these, as they’ll become your go-to for almost any work ensemble. If you’d like to mix and match your flats with both skirts and tailored pants, opt for a pair with a pointed toe and low sides. Steer clear of bows or flower embellishments - simplicity is key for sophistication.

FLATS FOR WORK

Once you find your ideal pair, purchase a second in nude.

FOR THE WEEKEND

Flats for weekend wear can be a bit crazier, colour-wise. A bright pop of pink or red can turn your casual jeans and t-shirt get-up into something that’ll turn heads. Patterned flats are fun, too, and there are plenty out there that are comfy, sturdy and slip on easily.

FASHIONABLE FLATS FOR THE WEEKEND

FOR PARTY

If you love to dance, you’re probably very curious to find out how you can get away with flats on a night out. Well, you have two options. The first is a pair of on-trend studded flats with a pointed toe. Go with a nude pair to elongate the leg. The studs add just the right amount of sass to team them with a dress.

Another great choice is the strappy flat, which ties all the way up the foot to above the ankle. Hey, if it’s good enough for Alexa Chung, it’s good enough for us!

FLATS YOU CAN WEAR TO A PARTY

These are just a few of the ways you can make flats work for any occasion, but with so many different styles available, the possibilities are endless.

Just make sure that if you’re wearing flats without socks or stockings, you use products like Footcare Dry Comfort Insoles and Avon Footworks Odour Neutralising Foot Spray to stay, uh, odour-free.

And if heels really are the only option, be kind to your feet by sticking in some Scholl Party Feet Gel Inserts, and always keep a Compeed ® Blister Patch, as well as some Hollywood Fashionista Flats in your handbag (so you don’t have to walk home barefoot…).

What are your tips for making flats look elegant? Are there any other must-have styles we should know about?

214 Member Comments

bebeautiful34 27 Jun 2017 2:00 PM

Flats are so comfortable but I absolutely cannot make them look great because I'm such a shorty. I really need all the height I can get!

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bun 27 Jun 2017 10:52 AM

My legs are on the short side so I love how heels can elongate them. But for comforts sake I've been sticking to flats for the most part. I really love the look of the first pair of flats!

Emma171 27 Jun 2017 9:23 AM

I need to embrace flats but my heart belongs to heels

Gormanj01 26 Jun 2017 11:56 PM

I live in flats and only wear heels under great sufferance these days. They just hurt too much, regardless of how many gel cushion things I use.

darasparkle 26 Jun 2017 9:05 PM

I only wear Naturalizer for heels and I alternate between heel days and flat days at work :) Depends on the outfit (length of pants ect) which determines it.

Temporary Princess 26 Jun 2017 8:34 PM

I love the blush, pointy flats with the metal accents! It's gorgeous!

jatz 26 Jun 2017 7:27 PM

I haven't worn heels in over 30 years. These days flats can look pretty good dressed up or down.

Frankie4 has beautiful flats and they are very comfortable too. They also have dressy shoes as well.

clearcrystalwater 28 Jun 2017 4:29 PM

Thankyou jatz - i'm going to have a look at Frankie4!

blackkittykat 26 Jun 2017 4:49 PM

Some elegant looking flats, proof that they don't have to be boring :)

skincare junkie 26 Jun 2017 4:29 PM

I don't like the spikes but everything else look great

Gilded 26 Jun 2017 4:20 PM

I'm really into ankle boots and sneakers atm. I think I'm just fed up of flats from wearing it so much the last decade.

Jenniqua 26 Jun 2017 12:19 PM

I am so much more into my flats these days and all the ones pictured here are just adorable.

makeupcat 26 Jun 2017 12:01 PM

Ahh the leopard print shoes go so well with that nude outfit!! Such a cute statement.

Mayy 26 Jun 2017 11:34 AM

Black flats will go with anything! I've currently looked at custom making my shoes through Shoes of Prey. They have some pretty good designs!

the_girl_who_loves_cosmetics 26 Jun 2017 11:10 AM

Yeah flats are the best!

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CaitMay 26 Jun 2017 10:41 AM

I reserve heels for special occasions only, some gorgeous flats are a must have.

Miss19 26 Jun 2017 10:09 AM

I love flats! I've been wearing them my whole life

2663anne 26 Jun 2017 9:47 AM

I live in flats in summer, can't get enough pairs!

TheUglyDuckling 26 Jun 2017 9:43 AM

T for Toes feet powder by Lush is nice for both in the shoes to deodorise and for the feet. It's very herbal. I also suggest a peppermint spray for refreshing your feet.

blackkittykat 14 May 2017 12:26 PM

Some lovely examples of pretty, elegant flats. I used to love wearing heels all the time, but I just can't do it too often these days. Now I can't go past a great pair of flats!

jodi89 8 May 2017 6:11 PM

The nude studded pair are gorgeous! I'm hopeless with heels so fancy flats is my thing but hard to pull off sometimes

Hayley644 8 May 2017 1:40 PM

I'm only 150cm so prefer to wear something with a bit of a heel.

Tigerlily 7 May 2017 5:53 PM

All these flats are so gorgeous! Makes me wanna shop for some!! lol

Rpear 5 May 2017 5:55 PM

I love flats! They make so many types ! Not too hard to find dressy ones and ones suitable for work.

Louise-Anne 5 May 2017 6:33 AM

I love ballet flats and live in them. They are so chic and comfortable.

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