I have small feet, size 5. I need a pair of everyday-flats. What are your favorite pairs that you can wear almost everyday with almost any outfit?

I have size 5 feet in womens and it's SO HARD to find shoes that fit me. I always end up at Nordstroms Rack desperate for shoes.

What are your favorite and most versatile pairs of flats that you own? Where did you get them? How much were they? Why do you love them?

I've gone through a phase where Toms were perfect, they matched everything and they're very comfy but I want a pair that won't tear and a pair that I can count on for almost any occasion!

Posted Feb 9, 2013, 12:31 AM UTC

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Whyevernot55•

Check out rocketdog.com - I have a pair of their flats that I just ADORE and have had for years. Another friend of mine has like 4 pairs that she wears constantly. They also have them on Zappos.com, but I don't know that the sizes are as good on zappos. It looks like the sizes go down to 5 on the rocket dog site though! They have tons of styles, they're not super expensive and are comfy and wear well.

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tinycakeOP•

Cool! I'm gonna browse right now!

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Whyevernot55•

I MAY have just bought a pair of the "Memories" style (which I have in brown) in black. And am considering another pair in red. I mean, for under $50 you can't beat it.

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bassastics•

If you look in TJ Maxx or Marshalls, they almost always have pairs of these on sale for around 20. These are also my go-to flats. :)

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tinycakeOP•

TJ Maxx never has size 5! And if they do, they're really wacky looking heels.

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naiche_unit•

I have a pair of peep toe flats from them that I've had forever and are really cute. I think got them at DSW or Off Broadway or some place like that.

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sbgloc9•

my sister is also a size 5 I'm not sure but she said there was a website called Cinderella feet or something also not sure if site is still up.

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annawho•

Cinderella of Boston

A dear friend has size 3.5 feet and swears by this store.

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tinycakeOP•

Thank you! I'm going to look into this.

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Tory Burch Eddies are my favorite shoes, they're plain without being dowdy and I think the quality's there. I checked the website and they go down to size 5.

Some people gave them bad reviews for wearing out quickly, but I feel like mine have lasted longer than cheaper brands. I also feel like it's going to be the most cost-effective "trendier" shoe (even though it's not trendy because it's plainer than the Clark's shoe...).

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k4ng•

I'm size 5.5-6.5 in shoes, wide but short feet :( I have a hard time finding flats that fit too! I have a pair of these Puma Snake Ballerina Flats in the Black-Grey-Paprika color and I love it! It's very flexible, so that helped with the fit and they're a bit athletic looking but the snakeskin helps it not be too work out-y.

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annawho•

They specialize in fancy shoes, not flats, but Cinderella of Boston caters to women with petite feet.

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nibor513Valued Advice Giver ( ˘▽˘)っ♨•

I recently bought these Clarks. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006ZUJLRM/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00 I think I bought the last pair of Black 5s, but they still have 5s in the brown. I haven't worn them too much yet because of the weather, but they fit well and seem to be pretty comfy.

Someone also recommended these when I asked about it a few weeks ago. http://uscheckout.apc.fr/browse.cfm/4,2737.html?nav=women&subnav=shoes

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tinycakeOP•

Hmm..something about that style doesn't appeal to me--but Clarks are a good idea! I guess I wanted something that could really dress up my outfits while still being casual. Does this make sense? Am I crazy?

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crapshack•

I second Clarks for quality. I bought these a year ago and literally wear them 5 days a week at work and they have held up beautifully. I've polished them twice for a bit of wear on the heel from driving, but otherwise they're as good as the day I bought them. It doesn't look like they're on the Clarks website anymore though. To be honest, if I were a size 5, I'd be headed to my favourite department store's clearance rack. It seems the only nice shoes on those racks are size 5-6 or 10-12.

Edit - I paid $90 CDN for my Clarks. I used to wear cheap canvas flats from Payless and they'd look like crap after a couple of months - never again.

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catterflyMODERATOR (~ ̄▽ ̄)~•

What are your favorite and most versatile pairs of flats that you own?

I have these, but the cap toe is patent leather.

Where did you get them?

BG, but other department stores carry Lanvin.

How much were they?

I got mine on sale for ~$400.

Why do you love them?

Black flats are super basic/essential. The soles are also padded, so it's like walking on a cloud. I intended to buy a different pair of shoes that day, but my feet hurt and I got these instead. So nice. Plus the ruching in the back ensures they won't slip off if I have to move quickly.

Lanvin's flats run small, so you may be a 5.5 or 6.

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kelseyleeanne•

I wish I had that kind of money. Those flats look really damn comfortable.

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tinycakeOP•

That's a lot of money...I don't have.

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everyday_hero•

You mean every day.

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Im100PercentNigga•

"When used as an adj. (an everyday event, everyday clothes, etc. meaning 'commonplace, usual: suitable for or used on ordinary days', everyday is written as one word."

From your source.

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gnome_champion•

Depends on which one everyday_hero meant. OP used it right the first time, but not the second time. Dun dun duuun.

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everyday_hero•

If you mean "each day," write "every day."

You used "everyday" correctly in the first instance. In the second, you mean every day.

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Selectusername•

For a pair that can act as dress up or down, I recommend a great pair of loafers or deck shoes (like these or these) which are great for spring and summer.

As for winter/fall flats it really depends on the weather. Because there's a bit of chill where I live, and rain, I like shoes/boots that I can wear socks with. For some reason this collection of images really caught my eye despite them being men's styles. I would rock any of those that were similar and made for women. For the really nasty days I layer up, parka up, and boot up.

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naiche_unit•

I love my Steve Madden flats and my Tom's flats (different than the "regular" ones everyone has). I checked, and both of them sell size 5's. I don't believe either of these shoes are in production now, but Steve Madden tends to have a good selection of flats.

Honestly, I've found flats at Target and Payless even that I have and enjoy, so you just need to keep your eye out. I have small feet too (although not as small as yours), and I find that the tiny shoes tend to be the only ones left when there are sales, and you can get some good deals.

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PoseidonsDick•

Almost all of Clarks' spring season shoes, including flats, come in size 5.

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pitterpatters•

http://www.colehaan.com/colehaan/catalog/product.jsp?catId=100&productId=278182&productGroup=387804

I have the hardest time finding flats since a shoe that runs even slightly large would come halfway off with every step. Like you, I always end up at Nordstrom when shopping for shoes. These Cole Haan flats, however, fit like a dream and didn't even cause any chafing after the first couple of wears. Although they seem like the kind of shoe that rolls upwards in the picture, they do not actually do that in actuality. The shoe is made very well and the leather is so soft. The price is a bit steeper for a pair of flats, but I would suggest you try looking for these shoes on piperlime, zappos, etc. since they're often on sale. Try them on before you buy them (but as a size 5-er, I'm sure you're well- aware of this tip).

Happy hunting!

(Please excuse spelling errors and lack of a live link since I'm typing on my phone)

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juliathorne•

I have the Bloch Fonteyn

I bought them a couple of months ago. My feet are also small. I normally wear a size 6.5 but went a whole size up for these. They are very classic looking flats. I like them because there's no toe cleavage, they go with anything, and the leather is gorgeous. It took around two weeks for them to fully break in (but I wasn't wearing them everyday). There's padding on the ball of the shoe which is nice. The only thing I don't like is the color of the inside lining and the sole. I wish the entire shoe was black because these two areas show dirt easily (they're like a tan color)

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hoppii•

Make sure at all department stores you're taking advantage of kids sizes! Usually way cheaper for the same style. You'd probably be around a 3 in kids. Especially places like nordstroms and Macy's they have good brand name kids shoes that don't look overly kiddy

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HalifaxStudent•

Im size 5 too, I often shop in the childrens section because they fit me well and are much cheaper.

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tinycakeOP•

I do too, but I want more sophisticated shoes. :(

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turbulencex90•

I am a size 5 too! I find that Steve Madden flats are perfect for dressy/formal occasions. I shop at Aldo as well for shoes. They generally carry size 5, and even if they don't have shoes in those size in stock, they can order it to the store for you to pick up for free, rather than paying shipping online! I recently picked up these from Sam Edelman and I use them every single day. They are beyond comfortable.

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