What’s big in footwear 2019? Comfort, with Flair.

Want to know what you should put on your feet this year? Something fashionable, but… wait for it… comfortable. What? Yes friends, make way for Flatform Sandals and Statements Sneakers this year. You’re welcome.

Flatforms—the shoe you’ve been seeing everywhere this summer—have a level platform that covers the entire foot. It gives you a completely even lift and adds a retro twist to any outfit. The days of cramming your toes into painful high heels for the sake of fashion are long gone. Several designers are embracing the comfortable shoe movement, and their designs are just as hot as stilettos. From backless mules to short kitten heels, the stylish options are continuing to expand. And the flatform gives you major height without over extending your arches.

Okay, okay, fashionable isn’t the first word that springs to mind when pondering flatforms. It’s time for a rethink, however. Thanks to Louis Vuitton, Chanel and Burberry, heavyweight clompers have officially grown up into an ageless summer staple. Raise your game and sport them with a silky slip dress by evening, or crisp tailoring for daytime.

Fashion Guru Carrie Colbert says, “On the positive side: These elevated flats are avant-garde and architectural. The structure of the shoe naturally lengthens the silhouette. Those who prefer flats to stiletto heels also might prefer the comfort of these as compared to heels. Plus, they just have a nice fashion forward look. On the flip side, some flatforms are rather rigid, not allowing the foot to bend naturally. This can make walking on uneven surfaces somewhat treacherous.”

And about Statement Sneakers? If you saw any of the Milan runway pics on Pinterest last season, you know they were absolutely everywhere. Loud, eye-catching kicks have become the status quo for fashionistas, from Gucci’s Rhyton sneaker and Louis Vuitton’s Archlight sneaker to the latest low-tops from Burberry .

The best part about the chunky shoes: They look good with just about anything. Slip them on with your favorite dress for a pain-free evening on the dance floor. Or you could add a cool-girl dose of glam to your bikini look during your next vacation.

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