When it comes to choosing shoes the three main things which are often taken into consideration are versatility, style and comfort and with these things in mind cute flat shoes must be high on the shopping list for both girls and women alike.

These must have shoes if carefully chosen can often be fun to look at, fun to wear as they are so easy on your feet and often this type of shoe can be very affordable too. The great thing about flat shoes is that they can be coupled with so many outfits.

When choosing your perfect flat sandals a handy tip is to look for some original features within the styling. These can be as simple as studs, unusual buckles, large bows, beading and patterns. Also the fantastic thing about this type of footwear is that when it comes to ladies flats there is just so much choice with everything from loafers to pretty crystal sandals on offer. So you never need to compromise style over comfort.

Trendy flats also have the added bonus of working well with jeans as a simple office suit, making this type of footwear fantastic for working in. If you are on your feet for many hours during your working day, then some ladies ballet pumps could be the perfect choice.

If you are attending an evening event where seating is not guaranteed, the last thing you want to do is spend the night standing in towering high heels. Here flat shoes can once again come to your rescue and offer a comfortable solution. Look for pretty flats with detailing such as rhinestones or sequins - with a dressier outfit this type of design can add that all important, special touch of glamour.

The beauty of flat shoes really is their versatility as they can be worn with almost any clothing item and at any time of the year. However ladies flats really do come into their own during the summer months as the espadrille versions are the classic beach shoe.

You can often find this type of fun holiday footwear in every colour of the rainbow, to really jazz up your summer outfits. Flat sandals are usually lightweight and easy to pack, making them the must-have travel shoes.