Put a spring in your step with Jeanne Beker’s selection of colourful flats for running around town in style.
WINNER: Best foot forward
GEOX, TOWN SHOES, 95 BLOOR ST. W, $150
“These are fun; they’re shiny; they’re colourful, happy shoes! Ultra-comfortable, and patent leather is always lovely to wear this time of year, especially if you worry about getting your shoes wet! A forward take on a classic penny loafer.”
Let’s get digital
ALDO, HILLCREST MALL, $70
“We saw these types of digital prints last year, and they’re just as strong this season. This is a smoking slipper, which has a loungy effect, but you could even wear it in the evening with a silk pant or cocktail short.”
Haute hybrid
ROCK & CANDY, THE SHOE COMPANY, 2355 YONGE ST., $47.99
“Florals are really popular this season. They really speak of the warm weather. I like these because they’re sort of a cross between a ballet flat and a sneaker. Really feminine and fun and great for kicking around cottage country or running down the city streets!”
The white stuff
RON WHITE, YORKDALE SHOPPING CENTRE, $275
“I love these driving shoes. The silver detailing is so chic. Metallics are very hot this season. The leather is sumptuous. There’s a rich feel to these shoes — perfect for strolling down the boardwalk in Saint-Tropez!”
Cat’s meow
CHARLOTTE OLYMPIA, DAVIDS FOOTWEAR, BAYVIEW VILLAGE, $695
“There is always a great sense of whimsy in Charlotte Olympia footwear, and this pair is no exception. The embroidered cat face on the toe is just so sweet. They’re a classic slipper style with a fabulous detail.”
Cheap & cheerful
JOE FRESH, 396 ST CLAIR AVE. W., $19
“These ballet flats have a nice open cut, so you will get some toe cleavage, which always makes shoes sexier. The Missoni-inspired print looks incredibly chic and fashionable.”
European flair
SEYCHELLES, LITTLE BURGUNDY, SHOPS AT DON MILLS, $80
“These have a real European vibe to them. The coral leather screams ‘style.’ They have a beautiful quality to them, a nice amount of craftsmanship has gone into these shoes.”
Gender bender
MIISTA, CAPEZIO, PROMENADE SHOPPING CENTRE, $189
“These printed satin shoes are a wonderful mix between feminine and masculine. If you love that menswear style but still want to show that you’re all woman, this is a great oxford for you. Fun with white jeans or shorts.”