Dec. 2020 Update: This shoe (in leopard only) is included in the 2020 Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale at 61% off.
Coffee Break: Total Motion® Zuly Luxe Ankle Strap Flat
I featured this ankle strap flat on our recent roundup of cute flats for work, and it’s such a great looking shoe that I had to share it again. It comes in black and a pearly white, but we’re featuring it in blush. I like that it has an ankle strap as well as a … Read More about Coffee Break: Total Motion® Zuly Luxe Ankle Strap Flat
The Hunt: Cute Flats for the Office
Sure, we all know what wardrobe essentials for work professional women are supposed to have in their closets, but if you’re buying one for the first time or replacing one you’ve worn into the ground, it can be a pain to find exactly the right incarnation in stores. In “The Hunt,” we search the stores for a … Read More about The Hunt: Cute Flats for the Office
The Best Commuting Shoes: Stylish, Comfortable, AND Practical?
Reader D wrote in, asking us to update our older post on the best commuting shoes — so let’s discuss, particularly since the weather is finally getting warmer! Here’s her question: Can you please update the ‘The Best Commuting Shoes‘ post? I left my Born Crown Collection nadine’s at a hotel by accident a few months ago and … Read More about The Best Commuting Shoes: Stylish, Comfortable, AND Practical?
Coffee Break: Nice Flats
These $29 Blowfish shoes have a ton of really good reviews, and people are saying that they’re comfortable right out of the box. Ladies, I’d love to hear what your favorite flats are right now. I know in the past we’ve talked about Julianne, Felicia, Varina, AGL, and other comfortable ballet flats. These are a nice budget … Read More about Coffee Break: Nice Flats
Four Types of Comfortable Flats Every Professional Should Own — Even If You Hate Ballet Flats
Which are the most comfortable flats very professional should own? We did a roundup of the most comfortable ballet flats a while ago and a lot of readers noted that they’ve never found ballet flats to be that comfortable. I get it, trust me — I’ve said for years that personally I prefer strappy flats. … Read More about Four Types of Comfortable Flats Every Professional Should Own — Even If You Hate Ballet Flats
Workwear Hall of Fame: ‘Total Motion – Adelyn’ Ballet Flat
Readers were singing the praises of this lovely flat recently, noting that it’s comfortable and affordable. We’ve long been fans of the Total Motion line from Rockport (available at Rockport, Nordstrom, Amazon, Zappos, Walmart and more!) I like this blue version ($48, almost sold out at Walmart!) and this cute neutral tone (pictured) — particularly with the gold-tone … Read More about Workwear Hall of Fame: ‘Total Motion – Adelyn’ Ballet Flat
The Hunt: Nude Flats for Work
Sure, we all know what basics professional women are supposed to have in their closets, but if you’re buying one for the first time or replacing one you’ve worn into the ground, it can be a pain to find exactly the right incarnation in stores. In “The Hunt,” we search the stores for a basic … Read More about The Hunt: Nude Flats for Work
The Most Comfortable Ballet Flats, For Work and Beyond!
Sure, we all know what basics professional women are supposed to have in their closets, but if you’re buying one for the first time or replacing one you’ve worn into the ground, it can be a pain to find exactly the right incarnation in stores. In “The Hunt,” we search the stores for a basic … Read More about The Most Comfortable Ballet Flats, For Work and Beyond!
Workwear Hall of Fame: ‘Varina’ Leather Flat
We’ve mentioned this shoe a lot over the years, but I don’t think we’ve ever featured it by itself in a Coffee Break. Meet the Varina, a long-running (looooong-running) bestseller from Salvatore Ferragamo. At $525 the shoe makes AGLs look downright affordable, but sometimes a girl’s gotta splurge, right? Nordstrom reviewers seem to all note … Read More about Workwear Hall of Fame: ‘Varina’ Leather Flat
How to Wear Flats in Winter
2018 Update: We still stand by this advice on how to wear flats in winter — you may want to check our more recent discussion on cute flats for the office for more updated brand and style options. In cold weather, what are the best ways to wear flats to work? With socks? Tights? Reader … Read More about How to Wear Flats in Winter
What to Look For in Interview Flats
2018 Update: We still stand by this advice on what to look for in interview flats— links have also been updated below. You may also want to check out our roundup of cute flats for the office, or our Guide to Interview Suits! What should you look for in interview flats? When, if ever, must … Read More about What to Look For in Interview Flats