we all dream of having a shoe collection like Carrie Bradshaw, but that's highly unrealistic, impractical and expensive too! Yes, we love a pretty sky-high heel as much as you, but it's definitely something we wear only a handful of days in a year.
yes, it looks great on Instagram, on the runway or a certain influencer, but those shoes aren't made for walking all day long in. So here are the must-have shoes that we recommend without cramping your style. These 8 designs are timeless and will be ones you'll find yourself grabbing when you go to work, brunch or on holiday.
invest in these, wear them and resole them (avoid breaking in new shoes that sometimes result in painful blisters). You definitely won't experience those "I have nothing to wear" moments before leaving the house ever again.
- basic ballet flats - a staple at Chanel and Miu Miu, you can't go wrong with this classic design.
ballet flat, $161, sam edelman
![Nike Daybreak Sneaker in White. - size 6 (also in 10, 5, 5.5, 6.5, 8, 9, 9.5)](https://is4.revolveassets.com/images/p4/n/d/NIKR-WZ312_V1.jpg)
- sporty sneakers - the most comfortable of the lot, wear it with athleisure or a feminine dress.
![Nike Daybreak Sneaker in White. - size 6 (also in 10, 5, 5.5, 6.5, 8, 9, 9.5)](https://is4.revolveassets.com/images/p4/n/d/NIKR-WZ312_V1.jpg)
- statement heels - whether it's colourful or metallic, this will instantly dress up a suit, LBD or jeans.
![RAYE Alessi Heel in Metallic Gold. - size 7 (also in 10, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5)](https://is4.revolveassets.com/images/p4/n/d/RAYE-WZ1793_V1.jpg)
platform heel, $253, raye
![Stuart Weitzman Nudistsong Heel in Tan. - size 10 (also in 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5)](https://is4.revolveassets.com/images/p4/n/d/STUA-WZ228_V1.jpg)
- neutral heels - pick a nude that matches your skin tone, or try animal print!
![Stuart Weitzman Nudistsong Heel in Tan. - size 10 (also in 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5)](https://is4.revolveassets.com/images/p4/n/d/STUA-WZ228_V1.jpg)
nudistsong heel, $536, stuart weitzman![](https://www.lduhtrp.net/image-100144106-13237228)
- smart loafers - this menswear inspired shoe gives off businessman or school girl vibes... either way, it works!
![Schutz Maggy Embossed Loafer in Beige. - size 7 (also in 10, 6, 6.5, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5)](https://is4.revolveassets.com/images/p4/n/d/SCHU-WZ681_V1.jpg)