If you are looking for a gold flat, this one from Kate Spade is a wonderful option. It features a old gold leather upper highlighted with a big black bow across the vamp.

These ballerina flats are a good choice when you want to dress up an outfit, but still wear comfortable flat shoes. For example, when you are hosting a dinner party and don’t want to have to run around all night in heels.
You can get these Kate Spade flats right now at Neiman Marcus for $198. If you aren’t a big fan of gold, they also come in pewter. …read more

It’s always a good idea to pick up a couple pairs of sandals near the end of the summer that you know you’ll wear next spring. Look for sales on sandals over the next couple weeks to find some great deals.

Here’s a flat sandal that is really adorable from Diba. This slide features a patchwork strap that is embellished with sequins, beads and bright colors. You can get these slide sandals right now at Endless for just $34.27. These shoes are available in purple/brown (pictured), orange and fuchsia patterns.
Photo credit: Endless

The Demure flats by Clarks are excellent full-grain leather shoes. Their neat and straightforward look is the classic style of Clarks’ Demure line-up.

These will work with any fashionable occasion. The leather is light and dye-free, allowing your feet to breathe. ThefFull-grain leather does not require any break-in time because of the leather lining inside the shoe. The foot bed is made by OrthoLite. It is a polyurethane cushion, which will last for many years.
The outsole and the heel are made from top quality materials; to increase the life of the Demures and to give you added comfort. These …read more

Here are two pair of designer flats that you will really love. Both these shoes features studded detailing.
The Giuseppe Zanotti studded ballerina comes in black leather and has a silver toe and studs. It’s a simple shoe that is all dressed up with the tiny studs. It’s available right now at Neiman Marcus for $595.

The other studded flat is from Oscar de la Renta. This shoe features a black suede upper highlighted with silvertone studs and embroidered insets. This shoe is dainty but has a little edge to it. It’s the same price at Neiman Marcus.

Studded shoes are going to …read more

These moccasin style patent loafers are perfect if you are looking for something that is both comfortable and stylish. They features a black patent upper and a flexible rubber sole.

You can get the AK Anne Klein Jalia right now for 10% off at Zappos. Regularly priced at $83, these shoes are $74.70. They feature metal hardware detailing and a checked lining.
These shoes are also available in bronze, red or yellow patent, if you are looking for something a little more colorful.
Photo credit: Zappos

I am a big fan of pointy toe shoes (and yes, I know they can be damaging to your feet). But can a shoe be too pointy? Check out this skimmer from Chloé.
The elongated pointed toe of these flat skimmers make them look like witch shoes (plus make your feet look really big). I love the color and the cutouts near the back. I adore the glossy patent and the croc-embossed detailing at the heel. But, these are just too pointy for me.
How about you? Do you like these Chloé flats? If so, you can pre-order them right now …read more

We are going to see a lot of pleated and ruched shoes and bags this fall. And here’s another example from Christian Louboutin.

This pleated peep-toe shoe features open sides, a platform sole and pleating all over.
These shoes use similar pleating to the Christian Louboutin ankle boots that we showed you last week.
Christian Louboutin Insectika platform sandals are very sexy and feminine. If you are going to splurge on one pair of Louboutins this season, these are a great option.
You can pre-order these sandals right now from Saks Fifth Avenue for $695. They also have another pleated Chirstian Louboutin shoe …read more

From the Oscar De La Renta pre-fall collection, check out this beautiful multi-colored slip-on flat.

This shoe features bright embroidery all over with a contrasting black trim. The silhouette is simple, but the colors make these flat slippers really stand out.
You can order these Oscar De La Renta Embroidered Opera Slippers right now at Neiman Marcus for $595.
Photo credit: Neiman Marcus

Who says flat shoes aren’t glamorous? Here are three different, very glamorous ballerina flats from Juicy Couture that are available at Neiman Marcus right now. These shoes feature bold colors, glittered metallics and other embellished touches.
Juicy Couture Erina Ballerina

This shoe features a floral applique on the vamp – one of the hottest spring trends. It comes in anthracite or old gold metallic leather.
Juicy Couture Emily Glittered Ballerina

This flat shoe is all about the glitz. It features a glittered fabric and rhinestone buckle to add some real glamour to your outfit.
Juicy Couture Ever Buckled Ballerina

This shoe comes in black or harvest …read more

When shoes (or handbags) are listed as “degrade” or “gradient,” that means that two colors are used and one color is faded into the other. It’s a cool look that is very popular this season, particularly in patent leather.
Here are a couple “degrade” shoes that you may like.
Stuart Weitzman Stringalong Degrade Patent Flats

These cute flats come in red, blue or coal grey degrade patent. It’s a simple silhouette, but these shoes come alive with color. They are on sale at Zappos.com for $197.
If you like the Stuart Weitzman flats, you will probably also like the degrade pumps, which …read more