24 Party-Ready Flat Shoes… For When You CBA With Heels
The festive season calls for a fabulous pair of shoes. But if you don’t do heels (or cannot be bothered), we’ve got you covered with our edit of party-ready flats. From ballet flats encrusted with jewels to slip-on mules adorned with velvet bows, these 24 pairs will elevate every look.
As much as we love a good heel come the festive season, we’re here for the comfort, too. Thankfully, the party flat has really come into its own in recent years, with stud details, sequins and embroidery taking the humble shoe to high-octane levels.
For Christmastime, classic festive shades feel appropriate, from snow-white satin covered in hints of sparkle to moody black in tactile fabrics like velvet and sequin. You can also have the modern girl’s Dorothy moment with a pop of red colour on your feet.
That’s the best bit about party flats (as well as the lack of burning heels and a handbag full of Compeed), they instantly bring an uptempo look down, making it a little cooler. Think velvety slippers with a wide-leg palazzo trouser – very Katharine Hepburn – or a Park Avenue-esque jewelled pump gone rogue with a pair of distressed denim jeans. Equally, a statement flat can look just as fabulous poking out the bottom of an evening gown. It’s that high/low sweet spot that has the look coined on TikTok as the ‘wrong shoe theory’.
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Maximum impact, but with a minimalist heel height.
Satin finishes and sequin embellishments instantly add a party edge to baggy jeans, nailing that not-trying-too-hard approach.
Reformation’s silky black ballet flats come with the tiniest wedge, making them the perfect, pain-free match for your trusted LBDs.
With a removable crystal ankle strap, these chocolate brown slippers are perfect for day and night.
The festive period always calls for ruby red accessories and these tie-front mules are just the ticket.
These H&M ballet flats are so simple, but so pretty. Perfect for pairing with layers of off-white tulle and sparkles.
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