Much as I love my high heels, I’m sure that most women will concur that on busy days, only the most comfortable shoes will do. The best part? You don’t have to sacrifice style for comfort, thanks to these stylish finds.
Even the petite need not despair of abandoning that height advantage because fab flatforms can give you those precious few inches. From sandals to snazzy oxfords, here’s a list of some of best shoe finds to be had this summer; we’ve a style for every budget and occasion too!
Put your sunnies on, together with these cute kitty slippers and just about any outfit of choice. Get it from On Pedder Takashimaya Shopping Centre, #02-12 and On Pedder Scotts Square, #02-10/11/12/13.
Sharpen your look by being en pointe with pointed flats, like with this pair of cut out shoes from Jason Wu, which are also very work-friendly.
Get it online at the Club 21 e-store.
We love all fab designer collabs and it’s even better when they recur, like with this Melissa and Jason Wu team-up. This latest style makes the jelly flat so stylishly feminine with a delicate lace print and butterfly-shaped rhinestones; a shoe demure enough to wear to work too.
Get it from MDreams store at Wheelock Place, #B2-03; the second Mdreams boutique in Singapore will open at One Raffles Place, #01-11/12 in July 2014.
Hands-up if you love all things glittery; you’re certainly far from alone. This sparkly, easy-to-clean find from Aldo may just make you go weak in the knees. Buckle it on for your weekend jaunt rain or shine, for this is one shoe that can withstand the splashes.
Get it from Aldo stores in Singapore and online from Zalora.
Another popular style now is the pool slider. These are no longer a fashion faux pas, especially when they come with these pretty pastel straps. It’s definitely one up on the style metre, when compared to those plain flip flops.
Get it online at ASOS.
Sporty and so on-trend: This is the flatform style to be wearing, whether to the pool or just about every other day if you can get away with it at the office.
Get it online at ASOS.
When you’re petite, every inch counts; and these metallic flatforms will give you that added height advantage, sans the blisters that you’ll get from high heels.
Available at Pedder Red, #03-04, Takashimaya Shopping Centre.
I really do love everything about this pair of Repetto lace-ups, from the unusual cork material, the matching laces and those arty paint “smudges”, with subtle shimmery touches of metallic foil. It’s part of the limited edition Arty Cork collection, with just 300 pairs available worldwide. Do act fast if you’ll want them too; we hear that they are moving super quickly at the Singapore store.
Get it from the Repetto store in Singapore at Ion Orchard, #03-15B.
Gold polka dots on leather oxfords are such a cute idea that I wonder why there aren’t more of these. Leave your well-worn ballerina flats at home and swap them for this pair from Hong Kong fashion brand Daydream Nation. The shoe is made from a mixed of cow leather and patent faux leather; the latter also gives it such a dapper, polished sheen.
Get it from the SheShops Online Store.
Grab these sneakers just in time for the World Cup 2014 in Brazil. A total of eight country-inspired styles including this pair (which features the French flag colours) are available from the London-based shoe brand. Although the “Pretty Ballerinas” name may sound like a misnomer at first hearing, it’s the supple ballerina base that gives the brand its name, which also makes its shoes oh-so-comfortable.
Get it from the Takashimaya Department Store, Level 2, Ladies Shoe Department.
The sneaker trend won’t be going away anytime soon. Even if you’re not the sporty type, this flowery find will help get you more used to wearing these sweet high-tops.
Get it from New Look stores in Singapore.
Admit it if you’ve got a soft spot for florals; so do I. Indulge in your love for this print with a pair of sandals from French luxury shoe brand Roger Vivier. It’s a splurge indeed, but oh how perfectly summery it looks. Pair it with crisp white shirt dress for a luxe resort touch, whether you’re in Singapore or abroad.
Get it at the Roger Vivier boutique at Takashimaya Shopping Centre, #02-12F.
These sleek slingbacks mesh the best of what I love of both sneakers and slip-on shoes; you get the sporty lace-ups as well as the ease of slingback shoes.
Get it from the Repetto store in Singapore at Ion Orchard, #03-15B.
Strappy sandal flats and summer dresses are indeed a dream combination; even more so, when the sandals come in such a sweet hue.
Get it online at ASOS.
These slingbacks are the perfect way to flaunt your summery new pedicure and so suited for your relaxed weekend brunch too.
Get it online at Zalora.
Aim to dress to impress in flats with a pair of this super stylish Nicholas Kirkwood loafers; this one is definitely for the keeps, whether on a casual Friday or at a business meeting.
Get it from On Pedder Takashimaya Shopping Centre, #02-12 and On Pedder Scotts Square, #02-10/11/12/13.
The preppy slipper loafer gets a more resort feel with this woven straw style; a style that I can so picture myself wearing on a beach holiday. I like the contrast that the turquoise trimming gives too, when paired with the sprightly coral weave of this shoe.
Get it from Aldo stores in Singapore.
Give your outfit a subtle sparkle with these super wallet-friendly tassel slippers, while they’re still in stock. So if they’re still available in your size, you know it’s meant to be!
Get it from the SheShops Online Store.