Reach New Heights In This Season's Must-Have Ballet Flats

In the 90s they were a Kate Moss staple; in the noughties, Alexa Chung was regularly papped wearing them. Dig deeper and black and white images of the iconic Audrey Hepburn should tell you that the elegant ballet flat has been a fashion must-have for decades.

Now, their timeless appeal is serving them well again, with HRH The Princess of Wales spotted in ballet flats and royal and celebrity approval at an all-time high. But are all ballet flats the same? What’s really going to cosset your feet in the ultimate comfort and make you realise what you’ve been missing out on, by not having adopted ballet flats sooner. The answer lies in Cocorose London ballet flats.

These are not your average ballerina pump but ones that go flat out to protect your feet and spoil them. The independent British brand has flown the flag for ballet flats since 2008, when it invented the foldable ballerina shoe. You can still find plenty of shoes in its range, in both textile and leather, that will fold, but the shoes are true hybrids and actually the first-choice footwear of an army of Cocorosers. Being able to fold them, to pop in a bag or glove compartment, is just a bonus.

Should you do that, you will find that every travel purse has a little bag tucked away, which you can use to carry your heels home, once you’ve swapped your footwear over. It’s all very clever and girl-friendly!

It's the core credentials of Cocorose London that truly make these shoes different, however. They come with indulgent double-cushioned in-soles, glorious materials and premium leathers designed to reduce rubbing and digging-in. Add to this a proper, durable sole that will deter stones from penetrating your feet and lovely designs, colours and attention to detail that make your feet stand out from the crowd and there’s no wonder that Cocorosers adore them.

Go for the leather range and you can also benefit from soft materials, pillowed Achilles heels and even a little lift to your ballet flat heel, if you choose from the Harrow or Sandringham ranges.

There’s also a style-way choice. Choose the ballerina pump if you want to be on-trend right now but opt for a flat loafer, if you want something a little different. Either way, Cocorose London’s comfort factors will have your feet covered.

Here are just some of the new-in choices available from the most comfortable ballet flat range in town but there are plenty of others to choose from.

Sandringham Pastel Pink, Dusky Pink, Fuschia or Tan Leather Ballet Flats

These feminine ballerina pumps, in the softest premium leather for upper, lining and in-sole, will keep your feet looking divine and feeling cossetted all day long, thanks to their pillowed Achilles heel and double-cushioning under the balls of your feet. With a gorgeous little silver toggle on a hand-tied bow, there’s something truly attractive about slipping these on to the feet, or gifting them in the recyclable black and gold gift box provided. Oh, and they will fold into the accompanying travel purse, if you need them to. Priced at £87. Available in sizes 3-8.

Barbican Midnight Pewter Ballet Flats

Shimmery, light and portable – what’s not to love about these premium faux leather upper ballerina pumps in a versatile pewter colourway and with attractive patterning around the toe, to help shape the feet visually. With an 8mm heel lift, for added protection and comfort for the feet, and a non-slip rubber sole too, these shoes will keep you going all day. However, should you wish to take them out and about in folded mode, they will also do you a great service – just unfold when needed and take out the satin carry bag that you will find in their travel purse, so you can carry your heels home. Priced at £45 and available in sizes 3 to 8.

Harrow Pastel Pink Glitter Toe Leather Flats. £92

The Harrow Pastel Pink Glitter Toe Ballet Flat is elegant, fun and perfect for spring or summer and comes with an 8mm lift at the heel and gentle elastication around the foot opening. Its soft, pink and premium nappa leather will complement your feet’s natural movement and provides the perfect colourway for easy styling of daytime outfits. Meanwhile, a sprinkling of multi-colour, recycled glitter on the toe adds the glam for an evening out, safe in the knowledge that extra underfoot cushioning, flexible soles and luxuriously pillowed Achilles heels will keep your feet blister-free. Available in sizes 3 to 9 and capable of folding into the travel purse included. Packaged in a black and gold recyclable presentation box.

Sandringham Grey Leopard Leather Flats. £87

Brand-new Sandringham Leopard Leather Flats are a spot-on choice if you want to add a subtle splash of animal print into your wardrobe without being too bold. Chic grey leopard print adorn this delicate almond toe hybrid ballet flat, finished with a hand-tied silver toggled bow. A durable sole with non-slip front grip and 8mm heel height make them a practical choice for when you have a busy day ahead, with luxuriously double cushioned insoles to keep your feet happy and healthy. Each pair is gifted with a signature black travel purse to allow you to take your favourite footwear with you on your travels, when in folded mode. Pop them into your handbag for those quick change moments – they're a space saving dream! Available in sizes 3 to 9.

All of Cocorose London's footwear is meticulously handmade in small batches, to avoid waste and a tree is planted for every purchase made. All of the shoes are carefully hand-cut, stitched and hand-lasted, with incredible attention to detail, and it’s this that makes all the difference to how they feel on the feet. To see the full collection visit www.cocoroselondon.com.

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Press calls: Jane Hunt, Catapult PR, 0333 2424062 – jane@catapultpr.co.uk

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Editors notes

Cocorose London is a brand making exquisite flat ballet pumps, sandals, boots, loafers and trainers, all coming with exceptional levels of comfort due to the features built in to them, the leathers and textiles used and handcrafting at every stage. Some are also hybrid shoes, which fold, if required, so they can be carried in a zipped purse and worn when the foot need a little luxury.