Friday Fashion Fix: Sexy flats

<p> A flat shoe in an interesting fabric gets instant day-to-night mileage. This lace loafer from ASOS is at once delicate (pair with flirty tea dresses) and boyish (just add trousers and a jumper).&nbsp;</p> <p> ASOS Letty lace detail loafer, &pound;25, <a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-LETTY-Lace-Detail-Loafer/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1826095&amp;SearchQuery=letty&amp;sh=0&amp;pge=0&amp;pgesize=20&amp;sort=-1&amp;clr=Black" target="_blank">ASOS</a></p> <p> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_attrib.php/page_id=988/popup2[]=5:1063" target="_blank">- Shop flats</a></p>

<p> Two-tone shoes were all over the autumn/winter catwalks and aren't going anywhere this spring. Get in on the look with these metallic cap-toed flats in a go-anywhere neutral hue.</p> <p> Sam Edelman Camel Baxton Flat Camel Pump With Gold Tip, &pound;114, <a href="http://www.my-wardrobe.com/sam-edelman/camel-baxton-flat-camel-pump-with-gold-tip-577048" target="_blank">My Wardrobe</a></p> <p> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_attrib.php/page_id=988/popup2[]=5:1063" target="_blank">- Shop flats</a></p>

<p> The most flattering way to wear flats is to find a version with a pointy toe, which elongates the leg line. Unleash your animal instincts in this jungle print pair from Dune, which will smarten up your basic <a href="http://lifestyle.aol.co.uk/2012/01/13/jeans-for-your-body-shape/" target="_self">skinny jeans</a>-and-jacket look.</p> <p> Lenor pointed court shoe, &pound;55, <a href="http://www.dune.co.uk/lenor-pointed-court-shoe-prodlenor22leopard/" target="_blank">Dune</a></p> <p> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_attrib.php/page_id=988/popup2[]=5:1063" target="_blank">- Shop flats</a></p>

<p> These funky mouse-face flats are both quirky and chic. The glitter finish ensures they'll take any work outfit into the evening hours.&nbsp;</p> <p> Marc by Marc Jacobs Gold Glitter Mouse Ballet Pump, &pound;220, <a href="http://www.my-wardrobe.com/marc-by-marc-jacobs/gold-glitter-mouse-ballet-pump-756590" target="_blank">My Wardrobe</a></p> <p> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_attrib.php/page_id=988/popup2[]=5:1063" target="_blank">- Shop flats</a></p>

<p> Feminine-style brogues are anything but fusty - even when paired with androgynous styles, they lend a preppy sex appeal to any outfit. Or team with a shorter pleated skirt and fitted cardi for a retro schoolgirl vibe.</p> <p> Henderson Sky bone leather brogues, &pound;49.99, <a href="http://www.clarks.co.uk/find/department-is-women/enduses-is-casual/producttype-is-shoes/product-is-20349192" target="_blank">Clarks</a></p> <p> - <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_attrib.php/page_id=988/popup2[]=5:1063" target="_blank">Shop flats</a></p>

<p> Give your flats instant sex appeal with a snakeskin makeover - perfect for teaming with lashings of gold jewellery for a bit of 70s glitz.</p> <p> Black snake metal trim pumps, &pound;23, <a href="http://www.dorothyperkins.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&amp;viewAllFlag=&amp;catalogId=33053&amp;storeId=12552&amp;productId=4565201&amp;langId=-1&amp;sort_field=Relevance&amp;categoryId=208739&amp;parent_categoryId=208609&amp;pageSize=20" target="_blank">Dorothy Perkins</a></p> <p> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_attrib.php/page_id=988/popup2[]=5:1063" target="_blank">- Shop flats</a></p>

<p> Can't bear to completely ditch the heel? Swap your sky-high stilettos for these sexy courts with the tiniest of kitten heels, which will lengthen the leg line thanks to the slingback, pointy toe and black hue. Team with black trousers to further elongate and slim your silhouette.</p> <p> Mode slingback, &pound;50, <a href="http://www.office.co.uk/" target="_blank">Office </a>(available from February)</p> <p> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_attrib.php/page_id=988/popup2[]=5:1063" target="_blank">- Shop flats</a></p>

<p> A neutral-hued loafer goes with anything and everything, all year long. Topshop's version has cute tassels and gold hardware embellishment for a sophisticated silhouette.&nbsp;</p> <p> Vatican snaffle trim loafers, &pound;32, <a href="http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&amp;viewAllFlag=&amp;catalogId=33057&amp;storeId=12556&amp;productId=4443206&amp;langId=-1&amp;sort_field=Relevance&amp;categoryId=208543&amp;parent_categoryId=208492&amp;pageSize=20&amp;refinements=category~[209966|208543]" target="_blank">Topshop</a></p> <p> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_attrib.php/page_id=988/popup2[]=5:1063" target="_blank">- Shop flats</a></p>

<p> A basic ballet flat works well with everything from ankle-grazing trousers (for an Audrey Hepburn feel) to jeans, skirts and dresses. Get a colourful pair to add some excitement to any outfit.</p> <p> London Rebel ballet flat, &pound;10, <a href="http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B004T18H7O/ref=asc_df_B004T18H7O6145082/?tag=pg-21-262-21&amp;creative=22114&amp;creativeASIN=B004T18H7O&amp;linkCode=asn" target="_blank">AOL Shopping</a></p> <p> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_attrib.php/page_id=988/popup2[]=5:1063" target="_blank">- Shop flats</a></p>

<p> Smart enough for work and pretty enough for weekends, these feminine patent pumps with bow detail are the perfect way to finish off a ladylike style statement.</p> <p> Poppy patent flat, &pound;95, <a href="http://www.lkbennett.com/" target="_blank">L.K. Bennett</a></p> <p> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_attrib.php/page_id=988/popup2[]=5:1063" target="_blank">- Shop flats</a></p>