Some of you will surely be jumping for joy (and not falling on your face) about the fact that flats are everywhere this spring! Leave it to the world to come around from giant stilt-like platforms to super comfy flats within the course of a year. It’s really only a matter of time before hoop skirts and Victorian garb will be back on trend…

Since I posted a shot of these Franco Sarto woven flats on Instagram, I have had several inquiries as to how to style them. I’m starting simple here with skinny ankle length jeans and a structured top with defined shoulders. I think it’s important when wearing flats to define your legs and create as much length as possible–show a little ankle or else you’ll look a little squat. The defined shoulders of my blouse also help with this “tall” illusion, so try wearing your puffy sleeves with your new flats.

If you simply hate how short you feel in flats, try the platform flat sandals that are popping up everywhere, but beware of looking as if you’re wearing shower shoes…

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May 1, 2014