The Shoes I Wear When I'm Tired of Heels
I’ll admit it—I have a love-hate relationship with heels. As much as I’ve embraced them for giving me a boost in height and confidence, not to mention how flattering they are, I often resent how painful they can be. It’s something most people feel, so at least I know I’m not alone when I admit that, yes, sometimes I get tired of wearing heels. It’s especially true on days when I have multiple meetings and events to run back and forth to; heels aren’t always the best choice (no matter how cute they actually look).
So on days when I just can’t muster the energy to put my feet through a certain level of discomfort, I’ve found a certain flat style that makes me feel just as put-together. Slingback flats, especially those with a pointed toe, are the cute (and comfortable!) shoes I wear instead of heels. Luckily, there are so many cool options to choose from right now. Whether it be a colorful print or an unexpected cutout, I’ve picked a few of my favorite flats so you can shop a pair too.
Gear up for summer with this fresh gingham-printed strap.
The flat version of the Balenciaga heels you know and love.
This shade of blue feels so fresh right now.
Team these patterned flats with white jeans.
Imaginative cutouts make this pair a fun choice for summer.
A pair of flats we’d actually wear out at night? We thought we’d never see the day.
This pair is all in the lace-up details.
Meet your new power flats.
Style these flats with cropped jeans to show off the pretty ankle straps.
Smart and polished.
You’ll wear these simple flats with just about everything.
Layer these flats with a fun pair of socks for some added texture.
How pretty is this emerald color?
Complete your look—see the best jeans to wear with flats.
Anna is an editor on the fashion team at Who What Wear and has been at the company for over five years, having begun her career in the Los Angeles office before relocating to New York, where she's currently based. Having always been passionate about pursuing a career in fashion, she built up her experience interning at the likes of Michael Kors, A.L.C., and College Fashionista before joining the team as a post-graduate assistant editor. Anna has penned a number of interviews with Who What Wear's cover stars over the years, including A-listers Megan Fox, Issa Rae, and Emma Chamberlain. She's earned a reputation for scouting new and emerging brands from across the globe and championing them to our audience of millions. While fashion is her main wheelhouse, Anna led the launch of WWW Travels last year, a new lifestyle vertical that highlights all things travel through a fashion-person lens. She is passionate about shopping vintage, whether it be at a favorite local outpost or an on-the-road discovery, and has amassed a wardrobe full of unique finds. When she's not writing, you can find her shooting street imagery on her film camera, attempting to learn a fourth or fifth language, or planning her next trip across the globe.
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