#1 - 5 Ways to Rock Your Ballet Flats

Ballet flats are flat stylish shoes with really thin heels or no heels at all. It is derived from the Ballerina's flat ballet shoes.

Brief History

The flat shoe can be traced to ancient Egypt where the women wore flat sandals braided from papyrus leaves, sometimes with jewels added for a bit of bling. Audrey Hepburn brought the flats to fashion again in 1957.

Presently, your wardrobe is not complete without a pair of Ballet Flats. They are fashionable and trendy and have been a constant for a number of years. They are also very comfortable and convenient.

Pump and Circumstance says it all

The ballet flat is smart enough for the board room, practical enough for the school run, and sassy enough to wear out on the town. They’re comfortable in the country (think long skirts and wrap tops). And cool enough for the city (think skinny jeans, minis and opaques). Ballet flats are comfy but never boring. They’re sensible and still sexy. And they come in heaps of colours. What’s not to love?

(Read Pump and Circumstance for a more complete history)

Designers in 2010

The flats were very hot this year and featured in a number of the Spring/Summer fashions. Some of our favourite designers who incorporated the Ballet Flats in 2010 include:

Christian Loubutin

Guiseppe Zanotti

Gucci

Jimmy Choo

5 Ways to Wear Flats

The genius in flat heels lies in the fact that they are suitable for almost any kind of outfit. It is comfortable and chic at the same time.

With Leggings/Jeggings

Get ready to party by combining your flat shoes with a pair of leggings or jeggings (denim leggings). Layer a jacket over a long tee to achieve that sexy comfy look.

Lady Victoria Harvey uses the flat below for a casual yet sexy look. To get her look, accessorize with chunky jewellery.

With a Dress

Flared, A-Line, fitted, short, mid-length... As long as it is not a maxi dress, it all goes with the flat.

For Rosie Huntington-Whiteley's look, wear a figure hugging mid length dress and accessorize with a unique bag.

Casual Shorts

Shorts are Huge this summer. Whether you are going to the beach or shopping with your girls, hit the road with a pair of flat shoes and shorts. Casual Friday can still be trendy with a pair of tailored shorts and flat shoes.


For an even more casual look, wear a pair of denim shorts.

The Romper

Spring/Summer 2010 . . . the Runway featured different variations of the vintage romper. Designers who showcased the romper include Karl Lagarfield and John Ribbe.

The romper comes in different lengths and textures; from calf-length to really short like hot pants and denim to silk. What you choose depends on the occasion. And depending on the occasion, a flat shoe might be called for.

Nicky Hilton gets it right with short rompers and a pair of flats.


The Jumpsuit

This year, this classic is also being referred to as a romper. Either way, it is perfect for a hot day and goes fabulously with a pair of flat shoes. We just love the way Corinne Bailey Rae does it with the matching sunglasses!

Whatever your style is, the flat shoe can really come in handy. So stock up your wardrobe today!

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