Let’s face it – heels are not always the most convenient shoe to wear all of the time. When your feet need a break, ballet flats are the stylish way to go! A classic style, flats have been popular since the 1950s, most recently remembered by the Audrey Hepburn, Gap skinny jeans advertisement.

Personally, they have been a staple in my shoe wardrobe for years. Great shoes to wear while commuting to and from work in the city, whether you drive or make the mad dash up the stairs from the subways, bus, or train – they store easily and slip on and off in seconds for the quick switch to pumps. For “casual Fridays” they are perfect to wear all day long!

Dressed up, or down, ballet flats go with just about anything from Capri pants, straight leg jeans and slim-line skirts, to sun dresses, prom dresses and even wedding gowns! Dyeable flats make the perfect match for formal gowns and there are unlimited materials from which to choose otherwise, from leathers, to satins, to sequins galore.

Are you a tall girl going out on a date with a not so tall guy? Flats can help to take away first-date awkwardness – at least the height thing. These soft suede flats are perfect for a first date – slim, flattering and feminine.

Perfect with dresses, shorts or jeans, Espadrilles are the most versatile shoe to travel with during the summer months. Originally from the Pyrenees, they were made of canvas or cotton fabric uppers and a sole made of rope called jute.

No longer peasant footwear, you will find Espadrilles made by some of the finest designers. Today you will find them in a wide variety of materials, and heel heights from flats to platforms or high wedges. Jute remains the most popular material for the heels, especially today with more people looking for clothing made of eco-friendly material.

Those pictured here are the and have to be the most comfortable Espadrilles I have ever worn! It is made with jute/linen blends and textured cotton uppers. It has a very flattering peep toe opening and a delicate ankle tie. The wedge heel is wrapped in a two toned rope for an added twist! The cushy UGG finishing touch is a sheepskin forefoot, suede-covered foam heel and crepe outsole for the ultimate in comfort.