10 seriously chic and comfy flat wedding guest shoes for summer
If you wish for the stamina your twenty-something feet had for wearing high heels, we hear you.
But for many of us, gone are the days when we could dance into the small hours wearing our most vertiginous stilettos without even the hint of a hobble.
Now that wedding season is on the horizon, our thoughts are turning to what kind of shoes we could possibly wear for at least 15 hours without feeling the effects.
And we've curated a collection of flat wedding guest shoes for summer weddings that are so gorgeous, you'll never be tempted to wear heels to a dressy event again.
Think sequin encrusted loafers, pearl and diamante slides, stunning satin mules with crystal embellishment, and classic nude pumps with the most divine metallic heels for starters.
Yes, you can go to the ball. And keep your shoes on all night...
10 of the most stylish, flat wedding guest shoes
Dash Pointed Flat Pumps | £49.99 from Mango
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The colour, the crystal detail, the pointy-toed perfection – these pumps are the dream wedding guest look that'll also dress up your favourite jeans for a night out, too.
Wallis Lucy Embellished Two Strap Flat Mule | £36.75 (was £49) from Debenhams
No ordinary silver flats – check out those amazing diamante twist straps for starters – there's no doubt these stunning shoes will elevate any look. And at a bargain price point, too.
Boden Leather Pearl Strap Flats, Silver | £77 (was £110) from Boden
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These leather lovelies are not only on sale, but they'll get you noticed, too. "Lovely shoes and very comfortable. I have high insteps, and thought these would feel tight where the strap goes across the top of my foot, but I wore them all day and they felt great. Lots of compliments too," said one happy owner.
Wide Fit Suede Bow Flat Loafers | £45 from Marks & Spencer
Not only do these slip-on, pretty-in-pink loafers come in half sizes, but they have a wide fit (which is perfect if your feet swell when they're hot, or if you've been standing for ages). The Insolia Flex® technology boosts the comfort factor, there's antibacterial padding for freshness and they have a water-repellant finish, too.
Embellished flat bridal sandals ivory | £70 from Monsoon
The most elegant slides we ever did see, these luxe-looking ivory flats with pearl and diamante detail would look stunning teamed with a floaty maxi dress for a more casual wedding guest look.
Twinkle Sequin Loafer | £245 from Russell & Bromley
We love these glamorous party loafers which are perfect for wedding season. Crafted from specially selected stretch fabric, the shoes are encrusted with multi-coloured sequins for stand-out style. They'd look amazing teamed with a wide-legged summer suit.
Gracelins - Blush Metallic Heel Loafers | £80 Dune London
In a neutral colour that'll go with pretty much everything, this classic shoe has a hint of height without sacrificing the comfort factor. The metallic block heel adds a dressier, party vibe to the look.
Princely Crystals | £165 from Kurt Geiger London
These green satin beauties are embellished with teal crystals. And the stunning straps – which go over the centre of the foot – feature clear crystals to add even more bling. Keep the rest of the outfit simple and let these add the wow factor.
Karen Millen Bow Slingback Pointed Toe Flat | £53 (was £75) from Debenhams
These pointy-toed slingbacks give us serious Audrey Hepburn vibes (imagine these with a pretty 50s-inspired summer frock?). The striking gold metallic makes these look way more expensive than the price, too. They're definite keepers.
Buckle Flat Pointed Slingback Shoes | £35 from Marks & Spencer
With a slightly pointed toe and a cute Mary-Jane strap, these ivory slingbacks are a goes-with-anything shoe. They also feature the M&S Insolia Flex® technology so you can wear them for hours with zero discomfort. Oh, and they have antibacterial padding – fresh feet guaranteed.
