When I’m rushing around after our kids, picking up toys, navigating getting on a bus with a pushchair, or racing from the office to the nursery for pick-up time, the last thing I want to be wearing is heels. I have a whole tub of gorgeous heels under our spare bed—and they’ve been there for months, hardly worn. That’s just the reality of being a busy mum. But just because I need a practical pair of shoes, it doesn’t mean they can’t be gorgeous! I’m a huge believer in bringing an otherwise dull outfit bang up to date with an amazing pair of shoes. Just add any of these fabulous flats to skinny jeans and a striped Breton top, throw on a nice necklace, and you have yourself an outfit. Check out my favorite stylish picks in the slideshow above.
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Shop my favorite flats picks for this spring!
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Lumba Ballets
The ASOS Lumba Ballets, £22, are just beautiful. Elegant with their pointy toe and ankle strap, but the powder blue colour does mean you shouldn't wear them to a muddy park or while your child is getting busy with poster paints. It will just end in tears (yours).
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Griffin Maddy
Is there a more summery flat than the Griffin Maddy, £50, from Clarks? I think not. That yellow will perk up anyone's day---no matter what the good old British summer throws at us. Wear with flirty dresses or your favourite cropped trousers for a sharp look.
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Silver Glitter Espadrilles
Fancy some sparkle in your step? New Look's Silver Glitter Espadrilles, £12, are for you. Espadrilles are everywhere this season, after being all over the SS15 catwalks (or so I'm reliably informed by my fashion editor friends). I love this glitzy pair.
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Might You Jazz Shoes
Carrying on the cut-out trend from last year, the ASOS Might You Jazz Shoes, £30, will look amazing with rolled up jeans or a skirt and your favourite tee. Extra air circulation for your feet in the warmer months is a bonus!
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Lille Lace-Up Point
No flats roundup would be complete without the shoes of the season: the Lille Lace-Up Point, £89, from Boden. Lace-up shoes are so hot right now, thanks to those Aquazurra shoes that only super rich folks can afford. Luckily, lots of High Street stores have done a version---hurrah!
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Dalmatian Leather Slip-On Shoes
If you're more a slip-on trainer kinda girl, check out these Dalmatian Leather Slip-On Shoes, £75---a collaboration between & Other Stories and Vans. If you really love the print, they also do a silk shirt and a skirt in the same dalmatian spots. Just don't go near anyone called Cruella DeVille.
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Alice Flat
Following the huge success of their Alice heels earlier this year, Boden have brought out the Alice Flat, £99. It comes in a few different colours, but the pink, orange, and yellow is my personal favourite and is guaranteed to add oomph to any outfit without giving you sore feet!
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Green Suede Lace Up Brogues
Opt for the gorgeous ice cream shade of these Green Suede Lace Up Brogues, £45, from River Island, and your mum friends will be green with envy. Tell me you're not dying to buy a pair.
