20 Pairs of Flat Designer Shoes that Are Really Worth the Investment

Given my job as Who What Wear UK’s fashion editor, and my well documented shoe obsession, I’m often called upon in the office for extra intel when it comes to shoe shopping. Spending so much of my time looking at shoes and collecting designer pairs in particular, I’ve become somewhat of an expert in what to look for and what to avoid when it comes to finding “the ones”, and I consider any purchase worth making one that really works hard in your wardrobe.

On one of my most recent excursions (and believe me, this is a regular occurrence), I happened to find myself back in the designer shoe hall and trying on the latest styles to hit the market. While there were plenty of dressy heels, cute pumps and a particularly sleek pair of Stuart Weitzman boots that regretfully didn’t come home with me, I noticed that out of every style I tried, it was the easy flats that really stood out the most.

You’ll get years of wear out of a good pair of designer flats, making them a worthy investment for those looking for fashion and functionality. For example, the same Prada loafers that I bought five ago have only increased in value since I first bought them, and I still wear them on repeat because there’s no outfit they don’t significantly improve. Coming to think about just how many flat vs heeled shoes I own, the tally falls higher in the “flats” category simply because of their sheer versatility, so after turning my attention to the ballet flats, loafers and sandals on offer, there were a few brands and styles that really impressed me.

In order to help you ensure that the next pair of shoes you buy are ones you won’t regret, I’m here to share my list of the best designer flats that are certified 5* rated. Some on this list have been around for years and won’t come as a surprise, others are brand new on the scene but have the potential to become icons in their own right. So shoe shoppers, gather round. These are a fashion editor’s picks of the best designer flat shoes well worth your consideration.