Whilst sometimes challenging (read: often torturous), I regularly extol the virtues of a heel.

It’s great being a few inches taller – so much so that I’m often known to exclaim “This feels like my natural height” (and with a size 9 foot, maybe it is).

I’m not entirely sure who I’m trying to convince though* because truthfully, I’m much happier in a flat shoe.

So this is the serendipitous thing – all those designers that I love have come on-board this season (and last season… and next season) with a full-fashion endorsement of flat shoes. Yay!

One of my favourites is the black and white loafer. It’s like a little tuxedo for your feet and looks super cute either dressed-down with a sweat top and your boyfriend jeans, or dressed-up with a black cropped pant or tailored skirt,

Need no more convincing?

Follow the link below for my edit of the best black and white loafers you can buy right now…

* Ok, ok… it’s me.

There’s something a bit theatrical and fabulous about a cocoon coat, with all it’s dramatic, swishy volume. Team this with a bright, bold print and I’m yours.

Worried you’re going to look puffy?

Play with the proportions – balance out the exaggerated silhouette of the coat with a short skirt, a skinny cropped pant or pair of denim cutoffs.

Then finish it all off with this seasons essential black and white loafer that I guarantee will look great with any print.

Like what you see?

Follow the link below for my edit of the best printed cocoon coats…