The Best Black Flats Ever
Feb 19, 2014
Leiah Exotic Ballet Flats ($88)
I recently said goodbye to my favorite basic black flats. While searching for a replacement pair, I came across these Ann Taylor flats. They are incredibly comfortable. And you can’t see it very well in the photo, but the material is a textured, snakeskin-like leather.
If you don’t need the exotic leather, Ann Taylor also offers a basic leather flat in black and dark navy. They also offer a similar flat in a D’orsay flat with a pointed-toe.
I find Ann Taylor’s shoes to be the most comfortable ones available in their price range. I also have their Fabian leather pumps and find them comfortable even when I need to walk or stand for several hours. So if you are still looking for comfortable, professional shoes, give these a try.
Not for the wide of feet, just FYI.
Own these shoes, wear them several days a week. No complaints at all, and I’ve had them for at least 5 months!
I bought the Fabian shoes per your previous recommendation, and they’re fantastic! Thanks!
Any recommendations for size 12 shoe wearers?
Thanks for posting this! I’ve been looking for the perfect black flat forever!
Anne Taylor shoes are definitely not for someone with narrow feet, either! Too bad – they are super cute, comfortable, and a great price!
ohh, i love ann taylor heels, but have yet to try their flats. i really liked their tortoiseshell/leopard ones from last season though. i own so many cheap pairs of flats, though — do you think these would be able to withstand the dc sidewalks?
For everyone with narrow and wide feet, try the Cole Haan Manhattan flats. They’re amazing! I danced for years and my toes are a wreck, but their flats feel wonderful! And I like that their outlets carry present and past season shoes. Also, they were just featured on the Fodor’s most stylish travel shoes: https://www.fodors.com/news/fodors-approved-15-most-stylish-womens-shoes-for-travel-10294.html
Ughhhhhhhh, my entire wardrobe comes from either Loft or Ann Taylor. I keep trying to branch out, but they keep having sales and make such classic pieces. Now they’ve had to go and make comfy shoes too! I own their perfect pump in nude and a pair of cute black suede loafers. This has to stop!