As we move ever closer towards spring, I've watched on in awe as fashion people all around me have succeeded in honing smart, cosy and stylish wardrobe rotations that seem to capture the current fashion climate whilst maintaining a timeless undercurrent all at once. Inspired by these looks, I've put some time into discovering the new-season swaps that work to ensure that classic looks retain a fresh edge.
Up there with leopard-print layers and grey, crewneck cardigans, fashion people have been making smart footwear decisions of late, many of which have been born out of bigger new-season trends. The chicest of all? Red flat shoes. Tapping into the growing preference for flat shoes over heels, the style set are completing their daily looks with a pop of red for a fresh finishing touch that can revive just about any outfit.
We've seen red ballet flats lead the pack in recent months, but this season the trend is going one step further, and red flats in all their forms are suddenly everywhere. From sturdy loafers to slinky slingbacks and vivid red trainers, the red shoe trend has certainly found its (flat) feet. Not only that, but chilli red has also been a key trend across clothing and bags for the past two seasons, and I have a feeling that by the time fashion month is over in March, we'll be confirming its presence for A/W '24 too.
Effortlessly elevating the feel of a simple jeans and T-shirt look, red flats will also style well with white, cotton dresses and light linen trousers come summer. Newly inspired to get my hands on my own pair of ruby-red slippers, I've collated the best red flat shoes available to shop now. Read on to discover my edit.
SHOP RED FLAT SHOES:
Mary Janes are still a key footwear buy for spring.
I keep coming back to Ganni's cult buckle flats.
These are selling quickly.
In a sumptuous velvet finish, these might be my favourite pair.
Red trainers are the easiest way to add some colour to a simple casual look.
Tick off two trends in one with this bow-adorned pair.
Double down on colour and wear with bright red tights.
In my opinion, there's no better colour combination than red and pink.
Sleek slingbacks are so chic.
These patent ballet flats will put a fresh spin on any spring look.
Add some edge with a smattering of studs.
The mesh shoe trend isn't showing any signs of slowing down.
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