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The Hottest Cold-Weather Outfit Ideas to Wear With Flats

cold weather outfits to wear with flats

When you're looking for a polished alternative to heels for a day filled with meetings, errands, and hopefully a cocktail or two, flats are your best bet. At first glance, they may seem more casual than sleek stilettos, but loafers or a ballet style can actually be just as sophisticated if you pair them with an elevated ensemble. To that, we're showcasing the most fashion-forward outfit ideas to wear with flats this season. Keep scrolling for inspiration and get ready to pound that pavement in 2019.


Mix and Match: Don’t be afraid to mash up different patterns with your skirt, top, and coat to make your favorite white flats pop even more. (Photo via Edward Berthelot/Getty)
White Out: Ignore the age-old styling trope that you can’t wear white after Labor Day and go for it this season with pants, a coordinating top, striped jacket, and two-tone loafers. (Photo via Christian Vierig/Getty)
Fluff Up: Give your sneaker-like loafers a high-fashion twist with a furry coat, cropped trousers, and a crossbody bag. (Photo via Edward Berthelot/Getty)
True Blue: You can never go wrong with jeans and flats. Simply toss on a blouse and a sleek (preferably plaid) blazer, and you’re all set. (Photo via Christian Vierig/Getty)
Suits You: Try this ensemble for work with white loafers, skirt suit, and a printed coat that can transition to spring. (Photo via Edward Berthelot/Getty)
In the Trenches: A trench coat brings sophistication to any OOTD, including this one featuring cropped jeans and ballet flats. (Photo via Christian Vierig/Getty)
Jog Around: While joggers may feel a bit unexpected with loafers, the look is surprisingly quite cool with a moto-inspired jacket and a printed top. (Photo via Melodie Jeng/Getty)
Keep it Casual: A jacket and your favorite black flats will instantly amp up a chill denim and sweater combo. (Photo via Edward Berthelot/Getty)
Top It Off: Bundle up for those cooler temps with an extra-long coat, colored tights if you’re feeling bold, and those trusty black flats. (Photo via Edward Berthelot/Getty)

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