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

Sootyhere 29 Jun 2018 8:37 AM

I feel like shoe shopping now. My flats are so frumpy.

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Sootyhere 29 Jun 2018 8:30 AM

Some lovely flats as examples. Just shows you style can still be made with flats

katebeauty27 28 Jun 2018 9:29 PM

My feet are so flat naturally, I find that no flats look good! Being so flat footed, I also find it really uncomfortable wearing flats. I need some arch in my shoe for it to be comfortable.

You beauty 12 May 2018 12:11 PM

I like pointy medium heel shoe with ankle straps.

josella432 29 Jun 2017 5:40 PM

I like a nice pair of sandals. Very casual but looks nice.

Meedee 29 Jun 2017 3:36 PM

I cant wear high heels and I cant wear flat flat shoes....I have to have a shoe with a slight heel. Its just become my life but I often feel im missing out.

sunjeanie 29 Jun 2017 2:01 PM

I'm always in flats - thongs, sandals, ballet flats and boots. I'm not a real heel person.

Sootyhere 18 Jun 2018 12:37 PM

I love flats too.

ThisIsMe 29 Jun 2017 1:15 PM

I love flats! I am so used to them I find it difficult wearing heels I feel like a baby giraffe learning to walk when I put on heels now!

Belindarella 29 Jun 2017 9:45 AM

My boyfriend is shorter than me (not hard, I'm quite tall) so I am only in flats all day every day these days. I keep my favourite heels in my closet though, I love some too much to part with yet.

Trish_D 28 Jun 2017 11:10 PM

I haven't been able to wear heels for many, many years after a serious accident. It can be a challenge finding attractive low heel shoes but it's definitely worth the search.

Ellelily 28 Jun 2017 9:08 PM

I have found that i like some flats and I also enjoy finding ones that look abit dressy. I dont wear high heels, as I have trouble with them if i wear them for too long.

clearcrystalwater 28 Jun 2017 4:27 PM

I love those classic black flats - but the nude pair is also amazing!

hdemi 28 Jun 2017 2:12 PM

I'm still on the hunt for the perfect flat! Most flat days just involve wearing some sneakers

Luna19 28 Jun 2017 12:48 PM

I purchased a pair of flats with low sides and pointy ends after seeing this article a while ago, they look so nice wearing dresses and skirts.

cosmoslyn 27 Jun 2017 11:23 PM

pretty, flats can go both ways casual or formal

Sootyhere 29 Jun 2018 8:31 AM

Absolutely, like the examples above

niputuchandra 27 Jun 2017 9:02 PM

I really like the coral ones! Looks great!

Yohanna 27 Jun 2017 8:30 PM

I cringe at all those spikey ones. Feet people have after wearing them regularly ....yikes

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Yohanna 27 Jun 2017 8:23 PM

Love those coral ones!
I have big foot, so flats do not look flattering, unless they are sneakers and am wearing sports clothing.

Beautybabe140194 27 Jun 2017 7:32 PM

I have tried on valentino flats and while they look great on the ladies above, they do not on me.

Beauty Obsession 27 Jun 2017 4:56 PM

I love a heel but live in flats. There are so many stylish options out there. Just a matter of finding the right match for an outfit.

MelissaFay89 27 Jun 2017 4:49 PM

I live in flats

Karenelle 27 Jun 2017 3:49 PM

I had to ditch my heels permanently four years ago, due to autoimmune arthritis damaging my feet and ankles, and I'm still in mourning! I've had to embrace the flats due to necessity, but my heart still longs for heels. I'm short. It's not a good look, no matter how or what flatties are involved on the ends of my leggings. Boo Hoo.....the studs look cool though.

Sootyhere 29 Jun 2018 8:32 AM

Heels not worth the pain. Hope you are coping well now.

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