16 Autumn Outfits That Look Chicer With Flat Shoes

If you've spent more than five minutes browsingBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK's articles, then chances are you'll already know that flat shoes are where it's at this autumn, and we're not the only ones who think so. Whilst on a day of appointments, our editor-in-chief Hannah Almassi took a turn through the wooden-clad halls of shopping emporium Liberty London, where the noticeable lack of high heels struck her.
This is something we're seeing on social media, too. Where going-out outfits used to centre around platforms or heeled mules, in their place is a slew of sleek flats. Worn with everything from suits to dresses and miniskirts to jeans, flat shoes have undergone a fashionable metamorphosis and are no longer selected out of mere practicality and comfort. Now, they're a fully-fledged style choice—one we can absolutely get on board with.
Between online and in-store offerings and Wholesale Replica Bag uploads on Instagram and TikTok, I can confirm that this is going to be a flat-shoe autumn, until the need for boots can no longer be postponed. So, I thought I'd assemble a handful of chic, autumn-appropriate flat-shoe outfits to show you just how stylish these trending footwear options can look.
Focusing my energy on four flat-shoe styles I'm seeing lots of right now—ballet flats, mary janes, loafers and white trainers—have a scroll to see 16 elevated autumn flat-shoe outfits to try.
Autumn Flat-Shoe Outfits You'll Want to Wear on Repeat:
BALLET FLATS
1. Blazer + Mini Skirt + Ballet Flats
Style Notes: Miniskirts and ballet flats go hand in hand. Pair with a blazer to make the combination work for autumn.
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I'm also picturing wearing this with a chunky, striped knit.
2. Cardigan + Silk Trousers + Ballet Flats
Style Notes: Echo the soft nature of silk trousers with round-toe ballet flats. The cardigan makes this pairing look all the more relevant for the season.
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3. Pea Jacket + Jeans + Ballet Flats
Style Notes: Pea coats are cropping up all over the place. Start wearing yours with jeans and ballet flats for the perfect transitional look.
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I've had my eye on these relaxed jeans for months.
4. Long Coat + Tailored Trousers + Metallic Ballet Flats
Style Notes: If you invested in a pair of metallic ballet flats last party season, there's no need to wait until Christmas to wear them again. They look effortlessly chic when worn with your everyday autumnal outfits.
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LOAFERS
1. Dress + Bag + Loafers
Style Notes: Stretch out the lifespan of your summer dresses by wearing them with chunky loafers, and add a leather jacket or blazer when you need the extra warmth.
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With the correct styling, a white dress can work across all seasons.
These shall remain on my wish list until the day I finally take the plunge.
2. Blazer + Jeans + Loafers
Style Notes: Trust me—you can never go wrong with a black blazer, jeans and loafers.
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This piece is aBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK favourite.
3. Coat + Cigarette Trousers + Loafers
Style Notes: Take the tonal approach by wearing one colour top to toe. This cream outfit, complete with ecru loafers, looks the high-end part.
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4. Long Coat + Mini Skirt + Loafers
Style Notes: Mini skirts are not just for summer! When the temperature drops simply just add some sheer tights and chunky knit socks for a stylish and cosy look.
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Pleated skirts are in for autumn 2024.
MARY JANES
1. Jumper + Jeans + Mary Janes
Style Notes: Mary janes are having a moment right now, but ask any editor and they'll tell you they're a timeless investment. Don't you think they add something special to this refined white-jeans-and-navy-jumper ensemble?
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2. Leather Jacket + Skirt + Mary Janes
Style Notes: White socks and flats always look cute worn together, but I love the edgy juxtaposition of adding a leather bomber into the mix.
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3. Jumper + Trousers + Mary Janes
Style Notes: A look that could carry you from office to dinner. Simply match the shade of your knit to that of your trousers and you'll look instantly put-together.
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The Frankie Shop's Gelso trousers continue to dominate my feed.
4. Cashmere Knit + A-Line Skirt + Mary-Janes
Style Notes: A cashmere knit and poplin skirt duo is an easy throw on that will always look chic. I love how Yatri has left her jumper untucked for a more relaxed look.
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TRAINERS
1. Blazer + Trousers + Trainers
Style Notes: Trainer trends come and go, but white kicks? They're for life, and so versatile. Use yours to add a cool finish to leather and chinos.
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2. Shirt + Jeans + Trainers
Style Notes: Jeans, a white shirt and white trainers? You've just found the ultimate off-duty outfit.
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These classic jeans come in an extended size range.
Fashion people are still backing New Balance for the season ahead.
3. Coat + Trousers + Trainers
Style Notes: Proof that trainers work brilliantly with tailoring and help to lift a neutral outfit.
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4. Leather Trench + Jeans + Trainers
Style Notes: Leather is an autumn/winter classic, however, instead of your usual biker jackets why not try a leather trench for a fresh 2024 update? Pair with some classic Converse and you're set for the day.
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This story was published at an earlier time and has since been updated.

Maxine Eggenberger isBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK’s Deputy Editor and has over fourteen years of experience in fashion journalism. She been creating engaging and authoritative content forBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK since 2018, covering runway reports, emerging trends, long-form features, talent interviews self-styled shopping stories and columns, including her edit of the best new-in buys. She ensures the highest editorial standards are met across the site, leads the editorial team in their search and keyword planning, works closely with the fashion and beauty team on strategy and continues to pen many of her own articles. Prior toBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK, Maxine's contributed to publications including Grazia, InStyle Marie Claire, Elle and Look, amongst others.
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