13 Flats Fancy Enough to Wear to a Wedding
Let’s be honest, wearing heels to an outdoor summer wedding sucks. Sinking into the grass, sweating, slipping, blistering...the list of woes goes on and on. This season, instead of suffering, simply embrace the alternative: fancy flats. Yes, they are dressy enough. And no, you won’t get dirty looks from the bride. (She feels your pain, too.) Here are 13 flats that are even trendier than your basic pair of pumps.
Buckle Slides
These peeking out from under a high-neck maxi gives us all the retro feels.
SJP ($495)
Crystal Sling-backs
Take any dress you haven’t worn in eons, add these shoes and let the compliments roll in.
Zara ($70)
Yellow Ankle Straps
Try this citrus-hued sandal with a tropical-print dress. (You know you love that palm-frond trend.)
Aldo ($45)
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Pearl Embellishments
Pastel shoes are an unexpected choice for dresses in deep jewel tones like navy, emerald or eggplant.
Forever21 ($28)
Glittered Loafers
These slip-ons are the perfect match for a cool-girl tuxedo look.
Sole Society ($70)
Studded Lace-Ups
Or opt for edgy leather ties to offset the sweetness of a frilly frock.
Pretty Ballerinas ($379)
Patent Pointed Toes
The summer equivalent of a nude pump—wear these with midi-length skirts and dresses to elongate your legs.
L.K. Bennett ($295)
Floral Ankle Ties
Let this print speak for itself with a solid-colored tea-length dress.
Lulu’s ($28)
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