5 chic ways to wear a basic black flat

This cool and totally affordable fall shoe will take you from the boardroom to the ballroom and everywhere in between.

By Marta Sadowski

September 19, 2014

Must Have- Pointy Flats

The pointy flats

We love a pointy toe flat. It's a nice update to the basic ballerina and its sleek streamline shape elongates your leg and adds an extra touch of elegance.

Shoes, $65, Aldo.

Ready to work

Bag, $149, Danier.
Blazer, $70, H&M.
Skirt, $35, H&M.
Shirt, $49, Joe Fresh.

Casual cool

Bag, $218, Roots.
Cardigan, $35, H&M.
Jeans, US$135, J.Crew.
Top, $75, Aritzia.

Girls' night out

Clutch, $27, Missguided.
Dorothy Perkins Top, $58, Hudson's Bay.
Jacket, $358, Gap.
Pants, US$118, J.Crew.

Ladies who lunch

Bag, $60, Sole Society.
Dress, $165, Aritzia.
Cardigan, US$128, J.Crew.
Halogen Scarf, US$56, Nordstrom.

Wedding date

Clutch, $42, New Look.
Jacket, $149, Zara.
Dress, $81, Topshop.
Necklace, $85, Banana Republic.

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