From smart to casual, flat shoes are versatile and easy to wear, whether you opt for goes-with-everything plimsoles or statement pointed toe pumps and lace up ghillie flats. Flat shoes make looking good ever so easy - just slip them on and go.

Sandals, loafers, brogues and pumps - there's so much choice in flat shoes

For those special occasions we often find ourselves reaching automatically for high heels, but recent trends show a surge in popularity for flat shoes as evening wear footwear. Embellished ballet pumps are a cute option with fifties style wide skirted midi dresses, whilst ghillie flats that lace up around your lower leg are a strong fashion statement and look gorgeous with boho floral lace dresses. Flat shoes can also provide soothing comfort, with supportive cushioning and soft leather fabrications.

Keep your feet on the ground but high in the fashion stakes with flat shoes

Flat shoes like loafers or boat shoes are perfect for smart casual dressing. Working with both formal and relaxed outfits, loafers often look just as at home with men's suit trousers as they do chino shorts. New fabrications and colours are great for making a style statement with your flat shoes. Coloured suedes like burgundy or mock crocodile and patterned textured leather can become the focal point of your look. Add a co-ordinating tie or scarf to bring the whole outfit together.