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There’s a reason why you always brings flats with you as backup whenever you go out in heels.

Unless otherwise specified, all sizes in this post are listed in women's.

*Plus* they're machine washable, so when they get sweaty and stinky, just toss 'em in the laundry!

BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jenae Sitzes can back this up: "I have a pair of Rothy's flats, and though I usually wear an 8, I went with an 8.5, and they fit perfectly. Though I haven't had the chance to wear them a *ton* (because I WFH most days), I have commuted in them several times with no issues. They're super comfy and feel so lightweight and stretchy! I have them in the neutral Ecru color, but they come in a ton of gorgeous colors — if I were going into the office regularly, I'd be tempted to grab them in several shades. Psst — check out my colleagues' Rothy's flats review for more deets!"

Promising review: "These are the first Points I can wear all day. The Knot Point II flats really are different and do have a roomier toe box. I am delighted because I love the elevated look of the Points, but have never been able to wear them for more than a couple of hours at a time. LOVE these next generation." —Ellen H.

Get them from Rothy's for $109+ (originally $169; available in sizes 5–13 and four colors). Rothy's flats come in a bunch of different styles, and you can check them out here!

Promising review: "Stylish! So comfy and perfect design." —Yasmine R.

Get them from Everlane for $202 (originally $288; available in sizes 5–11 and in five colors).

Promising review: "I LOVE these shoes!! I am on my feet all day, and day one felt like I had been wearing them for years — that comfortable!! I received so many compliments, too! They are so cute, with an edge, and go with everything!" —Maureen M.

Get them from Quince for $95 (available in sizes 5–10 and in three colors).

Get them from Asos for $49 (available in sizes 5–11).

Lisa Says Gah is a woman-owned boutique designing unique and sustainable retro-inspired apparel.

Get them from Lisa Says Gah for $118 (available in sizes 6–11).

Get them from Zappos for $84+ (originally $130+; available in sizes 6–11 and six colors/fabrics).

Promising review: "Most comfortable and classy shoes I own. You can wear with any outfit: jeans, shorts, even nice dresses. I wore them on my trip to Portugal — right out of the box. I never wear brand-new shoes without breaking them in first. If you have very narrow feet, they may feel too wide. Maybe adjust the straps? Great shoes!" —Meg

Get them from Boden for $109.99 (originally $220; available in sizes EU 36–42/US 5.5–10.5 and in four other designs/styles).

The other styles include metallic cutout, embellished, multicolor raffia, and more.

Promising review: "I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I wanted to try these. I am completely obsessed. Really love the look. They are trendy but with a classic flair. Extremely comfortable, which was a little surprising. Not just comfortable, really comfortable. Brown is even better than expected. Perfect for spring and into summer. Will go with so much!" —PM17

Get them from Nordstrom for $140 (available in sizes 5–12 and in five colors).

Promising review: "I love the Mary Jane style of shoes and that these have an actual adjustable strap instead of an elastic band, which is much more polished in my opinion. These will be great for work. Plus, they're so unique and a little edgy, which is perfect for me." —Kobi

Get them from Torrid for $45.90 (available in extra-wide sizes 6–13 and in pink).

Promising review: "These pink ballet flats are so adorable. Better still, they are comfortable and stay on no problem. I've gotten many a compliment. They look exactly like the photo. They are well-made, and the shiny pink material is lovely. I highly recommend these high-quality shoes. I love them so much I ordered a second pair." —Theresa B.

Get them from Steve Madden for $99.95 (available in sizes 5–11, two colors, and a rhinestone version)

Get them from Anthropologie for $160 (available in sizes 5–11 and in four colors).

Promising review: "Just adorable. They look great with both dresses and pants! Comfortable enough to wear all day." —NRMC

Get them from DSW for $59.99 (available in sizes 6–11 and in black).

Promising review: "These are my favorite go-to shoes. I can dress up or down with them. I have the black leather and gold. They are very comfortable, and I love the buckle. I get many compliments with these. They are true to size." —Free People Customer

Get them from Free People for $128 (available in sizes 6–11 and in five colors).

Promising review: "I have been seeing this style of shoe and thought I would love it, but couldn’t find it in a wide size for an affordable price. These were perfect for me. The style was cute, and they were very comfortable." —Lena J

Get them from Lane Bryant for $39.97+ (available in wide sizes 7–11 and in black).

Promising review: "This is the most amazing and comfortable shoe!" —DL

Get them from Target for $30 (available in sizes 5–12 and in black).

Get them from Anthropologie for $148 (available in sizes 5–10.5 and in three colors/patterns).

Promising review: "These jelly sandals are everything I hoped for — pure '80s nostalgia with a serious comfort upgrade. The material is way softer and more flexible than the old-school ones I remember (no more blisters or stiff plastic!). Perfect for beach days, summer festivals, or just adding a fun pop to any outfit. If you loved jellies as a kid but want grown-up comfort, these are totally worth it." —Zebra12

Get them from J. Crew for $118 (available in sizes 5–12 and in three other colors without embellishments).

Promising review: "Got so many compliments on these shoes and I was happy to be able to say not only are they cute, but also they are super comfy!" —Red511

Get them from Nordstrom for $135 (available in sizes 5–11 and in six colors).

Get them from Reformation for $228 (available in sizes 5–11 and six colors/fabrics).

Get them from Nordstrom Rack for $54.97 (available in sizes 5–11 and in three colors/patterns).

Promising review: "Very chic. These are fashion-forward shoes. I was concerned about their quality, but I'm very pleased. The leather is soft and fine. They will conform to the foot easily. They fit my narrow heel. They're amazingly comfortable right out of the box. I'm very pleased." —JudyK

Get them from Banana Republic for $180 (available in sizes 5.5–11 and in two colors).

Get them from Zappos for $130.50+ (originally $145; available in sizes 5–11 and in three colors).

Get them from Nordstrom for $109.95 (available in sizes 6–11 and in two colors).

Promising review: "Very elegant shoes. Very comfortable. Looks nice." —Elena D.

Get them from Lulus for $39 (available in sizes 6–11 and in cream).

Promising review: "Run true to size. Cute and super comfortable. I wore them all day this week and didn't have any blisters or problems." —KDes

Get them from Madewell for $158 (available in sizes 5–12, two colors, and in 10 other styles/fabrics).

Additional styles include solid leather, woven leather, perforated leather, and mesh. 

Promising review: "Beautiful, well-made shoes. The 100% leather feels high quality, and they’re surprisingly comfortable right out of the box. Great fit and easy to wear all day." —Kimberly

Get them from Quince for $72 (available in sizes 5–11 and in three colors).

Vivaia is a small shoe brand founded in 2020 with the mission to create stylish and high-quality footwear. Many of the brand's shoes are made from recycled water bottles, and they've implemented a production process that actively works to reduce waste. 

BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord says, "You probably recognize the brand name from a bajillion Instagram posts that are like 'I DANCED THE NIGHT AWAY IN THESE HEELS!!' for the heeled version of these, but damn if they aren't right. These didn't cut into the back of my heel at all, and felt comfy enough that I walked as easily as I would in my usual sneakers, if not easier, since these are SO so lightweight. I took these on a recent trip to London, where I was walking 20,000+ steps a day, and can confirm they hold up in rain (boy howdy did we get a lot of it). Plus, anytime muck got on them, it was easy to scrub it off with soap and water. I'm so excited to have finally found a pair of flats comfortable enough to trek in that I am truly sitting on my HANDS trying not to buy them in every color." 

Promising review: "The second I had these on, I was comfortable. This means a lot to me as I suffer from plantar fasciitis and have more limited choices in shoes these days. Vivaia is a go-to for me because of the fantastic arch support, and these did not disappoint. Like walking on clouds. They are the perfect height, summer style, and happy feet." —Matthew R.

Get them from Vivaia for $79+ (originally $129+; available in sizes 5–11 and 12 colors/prints).

Get them from J. Crew for $198 (available in sizes 5–12).

Promising review: "I expected these flats to be more colorful, but I still really like them! They’re very comfortable and easy to pair with different outfits. I usually wear size 7 for flats, and the size 7 fits perfectly. Definitely recommend." —Rochele T

Get them from Nordstrom Rack for $39.97 (available in sizes 5.5–10 and in four other styles).

Get them from Banana Republic Factory for $72 (originally $120; available in sizes 6–10 and in tan faux suede).

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Reviews for this post have been edited for length and/or clarity. 

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