I’m Swapping My Heels for These Elegant (And Comfortable) Flats
17 options that deserve a place in your closet.


I, like most fashion girls, really love my shoes. Take a peek inside my too-small closet, and you'll see it's jam-packed with too many boots, sneakers, heels, and flats. As we head into spring 2025, it's the latter style I find myself reaching for the most. Boots had their heyday in the fall, and there's a time and a place for trendy sneakers and heels, but I rely on chic ballet flats, loafers, and sandals. So, I'm looking for a few fresh pairs on sale.
As a shopping editor, I also believe you can always find what you're looking for at a discount—you only need to know where to look. Thankfully, I do. Plenty of my favorite retailers are throwing sneaky sales right now. I scoped them out and found tons of trendy flat shoes for spring. From Katie Holmes-approved slingback flats to chunky summer sandals, I found a comfortable shoe style to fit everyone's tastes.
Keep scrolling for a complete lowdown on all of the on-sale options I have my eye on. You'll find pairs from editor-loved brands like Birkenstock, Loeffler Randall, Schutz, Stuart Weitzman, and more, all for under $200.
According to the Spring 2025 runways, lace-up styles are about to have a major moment. Get on board with this fun golden pair that will brighten up any look. Save even more with one of our 24S promo codes.
The cherry red color trend has taken over the fashion world, and the easiest way to incorporate the shade into your closet is through a chic pair of flats. Save even more with one of our Bergdorf Goodman promo codes.
This pair is elegant and ladylike with their slingback strap, bow detail, and pointed toe. Save even more with one of our Revolve promo codes.
I'm calling it now: Caged shoe styles are going to be huge this spring and summer. Get ahead of the curve with this $62 pair—I know I will be. Save even more with one of our Nordstrom promo codes.
Don't underestimate these simple black slingbacks. With their elegant silhouette, they can serve as your go-to footwear for the office all season long. Save even more with one of our Aldo promo codes.
Everyone needs at least one pair of simple black ballet flats, so if you're closet is missing them, let it be these. With their classic look, they have French-girl style written all over them. Save even more with one of our Steve Madden promo codes.
These loafers are about as classic as they come. You'll turn to them time and time again for their preppy, timeless style. Save even more with one of our J.Crew promo codes.
Warmer weather means it's officially Birkenstock season. If the classic slide sandal has been on your wishlist, score this pair while you can at a discount. Save even more with one of our Farfetch promo codes.
I'm already imagining all of the edgy going-out outfits I could wear with these shoes in my rotation. Save even more with one of our Mango promo codes.
Sure, you can wear a black pair of flats, but where's the fun in that? These trendy, colorful shoes show off your personality and add a pop of color. Save even more with one of our Free People promo codes.
Mesh ballet flats are on their way back, and I'm not mad about it. They're a cute way to show off a pedicure without fully exposing your toes. Save even more with one of our Net-a-Porter promo codes.
I recently saw a coworker wear a pair of silver flats just like these into the office and now they're at the top of my wishlist. Save even more with one of our QVC promo codes.
The coolest girls I know wear fisherman sandals. This pair gets bonus style points for their slingback strap. Save even more with one of our Bloomingdale's promo codes.
You can't go wrong with a pair of chunky sandals for the warm weather months. In true Ugg fashion, this pair is so comfortable that you can walk for miles in them. Save even more with one of our Nordstrom Rack promo codes.
There are flip-flops, then there are chic flip-flops like these. Make sure to add these to your spring break packing list. Save even more with one of our Saks Fifth Avenue promo codes.
Boat shoes have officially made their return to the spotlight. If you want to try out the trend without making an investment, test out this under-$50 pair this spring. Save even more with one of our Asos promo codes.
These polished office shoes are perfect for summertime wear. Save even more with one of our The Outnet promo codes.
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Brooke Knappenberger is the Associate Commerce Editor at Marie Claire, where she specializes in crafting shopping stories—from sales content to buying guides that span every vertical on the site. She also oversees holiday coverage with an emphasis on gifting guides as well as Power Pick, our monthly column on the items that power the lives of MC’s editors. She also tackled shopping content as Marie Claire's Editorial Fellow prior to her role as Associate Commerce Editor.
She has over three years of experience writing on fashion, beauty, and entertainment and her work has appeared on Looper, NickiSwift, The Sun US, and Vox Magazine of Columbia, Missouri. Brooke obtained her Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from the University of Missouri’s School of Journalism with an emphasis on Magazine Editing and has a minor in Textile and Apparel Management.
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