Mary Jane Flats

These Mary Jane flats, with their match-with-everything taupe shade and sidewalk-friendly heel are the ultimate closet workhorse. Perfect for flitting between the office and social events, they go well with short and cropped hemlines.

• Breathable lining
• Faux leather
• Heel height (cm): 1.5

An accessible brand with genuine kudos, Charles & Keith has put the creativity back into affordable accessories. Its shoe and bag collections are always on the money, making them a hit with the British style press. Although it’s a global brand, it’s a relative newcomer to the British high street, so our advice is to get it early before everyone catches on.