If you're after a dressy shoe but heels are out of the question, stylish looking cocktail flats are a great alternative. There are plenty of styles to choose from, from polished ballet pumps to statement-making flat sandals. The key is to choose a smart and stylish shoe that will complement a cocktail dress. Just take a look at the following cocktail flats worthy of a night out on the town.
1 Two Tone Pointed Shoes
These elegant looking pointed pumps have a sweet two tone design and feature a glam gem-studded heel. These cocktail flats would look great worn with anything from a simple mini dress to cigarette pants and a blouse. These particular shoes are around the $50 mark from Topshop but you can also find similar styles at Forever 21 and Modcloth.
2 Metallic Pumps
Metallics are a guaranteed way of adding some glam to your outfit. Metallic pumps, like these red mirrored ones by Chloé, are a great option for wearing out at night. They'll easily spruce up a basic outfit. While designer shoes like these ones can set you back up to $600, you can find similar and more affordable alternatives at ASOS and Forever 21 for under $50.
3 Embellished Sandals
Embellished sandals are a great option for garden parties during the summer. Unlike stiletto heels, flat sandals won't leave you sinking into the grass. These colourful embellished sandals would look great teamed with anything from a bright shift dress to a flowing maxi. Since most of us can't afford to shell out $700 for a designer pair by Miu Miu, check out stores like Topshop and New Look for cheaper alternatives.
4 Retro T-Strap Flats
Add some retro style to your evening look in the form of these tri-coloured flats. The mix of black, gold, and maroon colours gives the shoe a very glam look. They'd look quite elegant teamed with a vintage inspired dress. The closed toe means that you can also wear them with stockings in the winter months. These shoes are by Seychelles and will set you back around $90.
5 Cuffed Sandals
If you're after a more modern look, try a pair of cuffed sandals. Cuffed sandals are a popular choice right now, and look great worn with shift style dresses. Choose a pair with a clean finish and slight metallic touches. These ones are $96 from Topshop and are a fraction of the cost of designer versions by Alexander Wang and Rachel Zoe.
6 Studded T-Bar Flat Shoes
Studded cocktail flats are equal parts edgy and glamorous. Some studded shoes, like these lust worthy Valentino ones, would look great worn with glamorous dresses or sleek tuxedos. While a designer pair will burn a $900 hole in your pocket, you can find inspired styles at places like Modcloth and Topshop for a fraction of the cost.
7 Glitter Ballet Flats
For a demure, feminine style of shoe you can't go past the ballet flat. While you usually find them in basic black or blush hues, glitter ballet flats can be a stylish way to glam up an outfit. These glitter ballet flats are quite reasonably priced at around $35 from Modcloth.
8 Clear Cut out Shoes
The see-through trend is still going strong, especially when it comes to shoes. Work this trend into your evening look with shoes that feature a chic clear panel. These pointed Jeffrey Campbell shoes would look great worn with a full skirted black dress or maybe monochrome printed pants. Also check out Forever 21 and Charlotte Russe for similar styles of shoes.
So next time you're heading out to a party, rethink those heels. You might just be able to get away with wearing a pair of flats! Are you a heels or flats person? Which of these cocktail flats do you like best?
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