-New Urban Style- 10 Sassy, Sensible Party Flats Just In Time for the Holidays
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| The Ubiquitous "Sparkle & Shine" Theme for Fall/Winter 2017 Footwear, as Seen on the Runways at the LOWE Show |
Casual cocktails, stage performances, company parties, dinner gatherings: is your party calendar filling up with events for the fast approaching holiday season? We bet it certainly is, and along with your regular holiday wardrobe planning, you might be dreading the potential amount of hours you'll have to spend in heels while you roll from event to event from now until New Year's Eve. If you're wondering how to add a little pizazz to your next basic black evening ensemble without sacrificing comfort for your tootsies, worry no more: NUY 40+ has curated 10 of season's hottest dress flats that will allow you to treat your feet with loving kindness, without sacrificing high style for the holidays. Check out some of the biggest fashion trends in footwear right now below, and click on the store name under each photo to shop until your heart's content:
THE SPARKLE & SHINE BOOT
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Whether they come in sequins, crystals, or glitter all over, the runaway, RUNway hit trend of fall and winter is the boot with BLING- in every color, size and heel height imaginable. The most popular color of all is silver sequins, and whether you pair them with all black or with your favorite jeans, you too, can release your inner rock star with these pixie boots by NEXT from OTTO (€71,00)
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THE FUR EMBELLISHED FLAT
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Fur embellishment is another huge story for fall and winter footwear this year, appearing on runways from New York to Milan. Another style that pairs well with an understated pants look or dressed up jeans, this FUR POM POM POINTED TOE MULE (€30,00) from SHEIN is sure to add dramatic flair worthy of any holiday outfit.
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THE GOLDEN METALLIC
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Though not entirely flat, this luxe, low heeled pump manages to kill three 2017 trend-birds with a single stone combining an architectural twist to the traditional "kitten heel" while paying homage to the season's fixation with all things metallic in comfortable footwear. This stylish FLACHE PUMP (€ 24,99) is available from H&M
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THE WINTER FLORAL
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H&M continues to nail the biggest trends of fall-winter 2017 by presenting an opulent version of DINNER LOAFERS for women in floral brocade; a smart & stylish compliment to any evening suit for your next event
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Luxurious flats in rich jewel tones with whimsical touches like oversized bows & plush textile fabrics are
front and center for the winter season. Zara presents their interpretation of opulent comfort in velvet,
one of the most popular textiles at runway presentations for fall/winter, and it pairs just as well with dressier
looks as it would a simple pair of tailored trousers. The Zara MOKASSIN AUS SAMT MIT SCHLIEFE
is available for €29,95 online.
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THE MIRROR IMAGE
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The only shoe trend more on fire than sparkly footwear is the mirrored metallic. Although mirror metal footwear can be found in a variety of colors, why not try one of the top color trends closing the year and go with silver? This X-STRAP BALLERINA (€26,00) from ALBANY can compliment a variety of outfits , and can last beyond style forecasts the hot color trends of the moment. Purchase at ZALANDO.
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THE SATIN MULE
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| Just in time for house parties where you don't want to go sans shoes, this SATIN MULE from Forever 21 (which also sells in black) is perfect for casual and dressy outfits, and adds a bit of mid-century fashion flair to your look. |
THE VELVET BOOT
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ZARA hits the jackpot again with a delightfully luxuriant flat heeled alternative for dressy footwear with this JEWEL EMBELLISHED VELVET BOOTIE (€70,00) in stately forest green.
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THE (Anything But) BASIC BLACK EVENING SLIPPER
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Totally glamorous, totally comfortable, totally flexible: whether worn with a smoking suit or with a relaxed
variety of social events in the cozy indoors.
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The Little Red Bootie
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For the lady looking to jazz up an understated wardrobe look: there's no better way to
add sizzle to your style than adding a splash of the season's favorite statement color, scarlet RED.
as an accent to any party outfit.
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