12 Pairs Of Flats Every Woman Should Own

Much has been said about towering footwear as objects of visual pleasure and immense physical discomfort, but we're not going to bore you with all that: flats are quite simply the best way to get about during fashion week, and in everyday life, too. So get out of those precariously high heels and slip into the styles featured in our gallery, which typify the current season's quirky mood (like furry details within and without, pearls everywhere, and loads of straps)

The Buckle Shoe

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Tabi-Toe Mary Jane Shoes, $1,094, Martin Margiela at Farfetch

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The Espadrille

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Mare Striped Crochet-Knit Espadrilles, $429, Missoni at Net-a-Porter

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The Flatform

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Logo Flatform Derby Shoes, $1,420, Stella McCartney at Farfetch

Farfetch

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The Fuzzball

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Women’s Slide Sandals With Interlocking G, $1,620, Gucci

Gucci

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The Holidaymaker

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Striker Leather Platform Sandals, $785, Gabriela Hearst at Net-a-Porter

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The Hybrid

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2015 Re-Edition Women's Princetown, $1,620, Gucci

Gucci

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The Ballerina Shoes

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Cotton Tweed, Lambskin & Jewel Pink & Gold Flats, $2,160, Chanel

Chanel

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Fringe Warrior

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Leather Studded Fringed Brogues, $105, Robert Clergerie

Robert Clergerie

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The Pearly Whites

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Faux Pearl-Embellished Raffia Espadrille Platform Sandals, $437, Stuart Weitzman at Net-a-Porter

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The Sneaker

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Tiger Runner, $89, Ascis

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The Strapfest

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Crystal-Embellished Leather Sandals, $1,184, René Caovilla at Net-a-Porter

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The T-Bar

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Patent Rockstud Caged Ballet Flat, $1,300, Valentino

Valentino

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