Best bargains: Fancy flats

T-bar

Valentino brought the T-bar back into the spotlight, and celebrities like Alexa Chung and Reese Witherspoon embraced the trend with fervour. A little style tip: wear them like you did in school, with contrasting socks and questionable hemlines.

Metallic leather pumps, Rs 2,800, Asos.com

Strappy leather sandals, Rs 4,999, Charles & Keith

Studded leather sandals, Rs 2,290, Riverisland.com

Pointy toes

These may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but the new streamlined flat pumps are holding out exceptionally well this season. Whether you go with sharp colours or luxe metallics, this is the new-age party shoe.

Metallic leather flat pumps, Rs 1,500, Dorothy Perkins

Mesh and leather flat pumps, Rs 2,290, Miss Selfridge at Jabong.com

Sandals

No, we aren’t talking about the spare pair in your car; think multi-strap, holographic leather, cutouts and bright colours instead. Paint your toenails in neon hues and add to the fun.

Metallic leather sandals, Rs 9,316, Ancient Greek Sandals at Mytheresa.com

Mary Janes

Kate Bosworth and the Olsen twins love their MJs. When going with this trend, remember one thing: stick to cute. Opt for heart-print ones from Topshop or the soft pastel pair from Zara. Wear with this season’s ’60s Mod minis.

Printed canvas, Rs 2,800, Topshop.com

Suede ballerinas, Rs 2,199, Marie Claire at Myntra.com

Ballet pumps

It girl Olivia Palermo loves her ballet pumps as much as her heels. Take a cue from her style and pair yours with a cheery dress. Perfect for a brunch or a day out, these shoes spell subtle sophistication. Choose a pair in muted colours, with shine or light embellishment for a softer look. 

Studded leather ballerinas, Rs 3,999, Steve Madden

Patent leather, Rs 2,890, Zara

They’re staples in practically every shoe closet — from sandals to T-bars to ballerinas. But can you wear your fave pair to a fancy do? Or ditch your killer heels for those prim Mary Janes? Well, this season you can. Valentino, Miu Miu and Marni’s flats were runway and celeb favourites, but if you aren’t looking to spend, we’ve got some budget buys for you — studded, in patent leather, with bows and metallic toes. 

N°21 Fall/Winter 2014-15 (pictured above)

Photograph: Imaxtree.com/Davide Gallizio

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