must have flats

I am a flat connoisseur — really, I am. My shoe collection is about two thirds flats one third heels and a few pairs of boots too! My boyfriend is only one and a half inches taller than me (that half inch is important!) and I feel awkward walking next to him in a pair of four-inchers so mostly I just gravitate towards a pair of flats and plus, they're more comfortable for long days at work!

clockwise: black strap // blue & rose gold // hearts // tan // pink // black & white

I am not one to choose a pair of typical shoes. I do not own a pair of nude flats or plain black, it needs some character since you're compromising on the height. Choose a pair with a little versatility, like my very favorite pair of flats ever, the Frye Regina Studded flats in brown. They are neutral and can be an edgy touch to a feminine outfit. 

Even though a pair of shoes only goes with one or two outfits in your closet, if you love them — buy them! It will inspire new ideas or your next shopping trip you'll revolve outfits around the new shoes. Like the Alice and Olivia heart flats, wear them with a plain grey sweater (save or splurge) or a solid-color lace dress (here) — just a little whimsical touch! 

Moto Chic

Blouse / Shorts /  Studded Flats / Studded Watch / Crossbody Bag

Chic black and gold studs are a fantastic way to funk-ify your outfit. Look great

with a leather crossbody saddle bag and a printed blouse with fun flats and a wrap

watch. Your everyday black chino shorts can be dressed up with this outfit or dressed

down with a white tshirt and studded flats just to run errands or for a day at the park. I

love this look for both casual and dressy. This Equipment motorcycle blouse has flown

off the shelves and is a rarity if you find. And if you do, you better snatch it up quick! 

Black shorts are a summer essential! They can be worn with a printed blouse and a 

bright clutch for a pop-of-color, pair the shorts with a simple white blouse and tuck in

for a classier look and a simple black clutch with minimal details, or just a white t-shirt 

with a khaki cardigan and neutral colored flats for a much more casual farmer's market

Sunday type of look. Of course, my favorite look, a blazer can always be added for a

simple dinner or workplace look with a bright pair of heels for a little bit of color. Don't

be afraid of black-on-black-on-black with a pretty statement necklace to break up the 

all-black. A slicked back ponytail and simple stud earrings is just about all you need to

top off such a simple look.