"With winter fading and boots packed away, I am looking at my shoes for spring. I need flats, but don't really want ballet pumps from last year...suggestions please!"

The choice of footwear in heels is vast - wedges, stilettos, chunky platforms etc. However, the number of flatties out there is limited, with the majority of us wearing pair after pair of ballet pumps. This is, of course, perfectly fine, except that many styles have thin soles which don't protect or cushion our feet.

A chic flat alternative is the classic loafer, which takes inspiration from men's tailoring. Good leather will age well, and will look chic with cropped trousers. Similarly, the moccasin needn't make you think of the Pocahontas, in simpler shape and darker colours, they are very wearable.

Leather, £80 Bertie



Suede, £125 L K Bennett

As the weather heats ups, we can attempt to bring our toes out...it's sandal season. Anything from rich brown leather gladiator styles to brightly coloured strappy flats.

Leather, £45, KG by Kurt Geiger



Patent leather, £95 L K Bennett

I am absolutely not saying, not to buy or wear ballerina pumps - I love them and wear them all the time. I do suggest though, buying quality (not expensive). Check heels and soles of pumps to make sure they will last and support your feet. As they are such classic, well-known shapes, look for fun colours, prints, embellishment or other details.

Suede, £39.99 Zara