Best Flats For Holiday Parties 2012

Leave Your Heels at Home — These Flats Are Holiday-Party-Ready

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December 3, 2012 by Robert Khederian

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We know you've all been there — most of us have experienced (firsthand) that moment during the party when the sky-high heels come off and the pair of flats secretly hidden in your bag get their turn on the dance floor. This holiday season, skip that step altogether and show up wearing some serious party-ready flats instead. Inside there's a style for every aesthetic and festive dress code, from printed loafers to metallic brogues to studded slip-ons. With flats this cute, who would ever miss a heel?

If you like to borrow from the boys, look no further than the Valentino patent leather derby ($795), which channels a cap toe brogue with the ultimate feminine touch: lace.

The black-and-white stripes of the Reiss Evette flat ($255), combined with its triple ankle strap, make this pair perfect for a bohemian girl.

Looking for ladylike with an edge? The Valentino Rockstud ballerina flat ($875) is it.

Combine on-trend fringe with the seasonal chic color of oxblood, and these Marc Jacobs oxford flats ($438, originally $625) are ready for any party setting.

The nude python print of these Sam Edelman Aster cap toe flats ($150) with its metallic cap toe adds the perfect amount of subtle shine to a festive ensemble.

Channel a girlie sensibility with a pair of J.Crew collection crystal bow-tie flats ($198). We especially like the idea of these with an on-trend fit-and-flare dress.

For the girl who is a prepster at heart, the Joie Day Dreaming smoking flats ($175) can instantly add a bit of Ivy League attitude to a look.

We love the idea of pairing these Nicholas Kirkwood glitter-finished suede loafers ($895) with a pair of black matchstick pants to let their color — and sparkle — take center stage.

If you're feeling like studs are more your thing, Jeffrey Campbell's martini loafer ($165) will add some edge to your holiday outfit.

Nothing says Christmas quite like red velvet. The Giuseppe Zanotti velvet loafers ($750), with their deep red hue and sparkling tassels, will make them an instant hit at any holiday party.

The sleek blue hue of these Cole Haan lace-up oxfords ($248) would look especially cute with a softer dress to balance their masculine appeal.

These Maison Martin Margiela glitter-finished brogues ($940) will easily become your go-to dancing shoes. The best part is that their raffia detailing makes them wearable into the summer.

Silver and gold may be on every Christmas tree, but that doesn't mean it shouldn't be a part of your footwear, too. Enter Steve Madden's Studlyy Loafer ($99), with its metallic embellished silhouette.

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