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Low shoes: How to wear them correctly this season

Fashion They do not need an instruction manual, but they do need a combination. Low shoes are an indispensable ally as long as they are worn like this.

By Selene Oliva

Let's bust a fashion myth: flat shoes can be worn even if you're petite. Although not all models are suitable, there are flat shoes that can be really elegant if they are used in the most appropriate way.

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Just follow our 4 tips (to avoid the most common styling mistakes):

Neither too high nor too low

Flat shoes should never be completely flat: even a centimeter can make a difference in posture, also avoiding annoying back pain.

The length of the ring

It's all about hemlines: to slim down the figure, bare legs (thus short skirts) and bare ankles are visible. It's best not to wear flats with baggy pants—opt for a more snug or tapered fit. Green light for skinny or straight jeans, as well as leggings. Also avoid knee-length skirts, which break the figure and shorten it: focus on mini, long and tapered or bell-cut midi.

the shape of the shoe

The shape of the shoes is important: the toe should be neither too long nor too short (to avoid the baby effect, especially if you want to buy round Mary Janes). You can "steal" a few inches with square or slightly tapered shoes, but going too far is not recommended.

Choose the color well

In order not to make a mistake, opt for tone-on-tone to elongate the figure: shoes that match the tights and pants, or nude-colored flat shoes. Prints are allowed, but only if they are a detachment element from the rest of the look.

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Article originally published in Vogue IT, vogue.it.