As I am someone who is both obsessed with shoes and wears flats far more than heels, you can trust my authority on the subject of trendy flat shoes. They're one of my favorite fashion things—always have been, always will be.
The fact that many It shoes in recent seasons have been flats has made wearing flats with anything and everything cool. Lately, you'll find them on the feet of celebrities, fashion people, and models walking the runways. When it comes to flats, the trendier the better, so if you prefer cool flats over basic ones and love buying shoes from Zara, H&M, and Mango, this roundup will be right up your alley. These three brands are consistently excellent sources for trendy flat shoes, and I did my due diligence and found the best pairs available right now.
Scroll on if you're in the market for a pair of affordable flat shoes that are trendy and elevated.
Zara
If winter 2024 was a pair of flat shoes, it would look like this.
T-strap shoes are set to be everywhere in 2025.
You won't regret ordering these before they sell out.
I can't get over how expensive these look.
Silver-studded shoes are about as trendy as it gets.
Ruched loafers feel so fresh.
If you're going to buy another pair of Mary Janes, make it a suede pair.
Leopard print looks so chic on a pair of pointed-toe flats.
One of the many chic pairs of loafers Zara has right now.
Obsessed is an understatement.
H&M
The braided fabric makes these look super expensive.
Burgundy patent leather is about as trendy as it gets at the moment.
Studs = trendy.
The elongated toe on these satin flats feels of-the-moment.
A classic and a trend at once.
H&M's take on the boat-shoe trend is excellent.
Patent-leather flats are coming for our closets in 2025.
When trends collide.
Found my new "to and from Pilates" shoes.
There's no time like the present to get a pair of leopard-print sneakers.
Mango
Buckles aren't just for loafers.
Mango's take on the studded-shoe trend is quite chic.
There's a lot to love here, including that discount.
Is it just me, or are derby shoes suddenly everywhere?
Such chic sock boots.
The color and the almond toe make them trendy.
I love good two-toned loafers.
The fact that they're chocolate brown makes them even chicer.
So many trends in one pretty pair of shoes.
Dare I say that patent leather is the new suede? (Don't worry—there's room enough for both of them.)
Opening image: Zara
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