Buy Now: 10 Party Flats

     TIME was when a party meant strapping yourself into super high heels. We're still holding a candle to disco-ready platforms - but this season the sparkly, glittery, embellished flat shoe has more than enough pizazz to pack a party-worthy punch. Look for luxurious velvets and neat little ankle straps and get ready to dance the night away with our pick of the 10 best.

Alexa Chung

A master of the flat party shoe, Chung has long relied on her Charlotte Olympia Kitty flats to see her through a long night.

ASOS

A good pair to keep under your desk for a last-minute party invite, these will work with sheer black tights, too. Landmark flats, £25

 Greta Gerwig

A middle-of-the-road Hollywood starlet would have paired this tweed two-piece with a Nineties sandal - but not Gerwig.

 H&M

The perfect shoes for those who profess to loathe party-season, these brogues are practical but given a festive spin thanks to the kilties. Glitter shoes, £29.99

 The Kooples

We have it on good authority that these are the comfiest loafers on the market - wear them to work and on into the night. Sprinkle leather slippers, £175

 Lanvin

Add gold brogues to your velvet trouser suit for the ultimate festive androgynous statement. Gold brogues, £550

 Miu Miu

Miu Miu does a fine line in embellished flats that will make your outfit sing. Embellished patent flats, £550

 Aquazzura

Aquazzura's Edgardo Osorio loves a good party - these lace-up flats will add a sexy edge to a little black dress. Christy flats, £415

 Fendi

Ok, so they're not technically flat - but with a glittery sole this jazzy, we couldn't resist. Glitter flats, £470

 Indulge your inner Marie Antoinette with pearl-studded champagne slippers. Slippers, £485

 Olivia Palermo

Palermo knows a short hemline and sky high heels can veer into trash territory - so often opts for Jimmy Choo's pointed flats.

 Tabitha Simmons

Whether velvet, crystal-studded or embroidered, Tabitha Simmons' flats always add an up-town polish to a party outfit. Hermione shoes, £435

 Topshop

An all-out party shoe for the girl who wants to take selfies and rule the dance floor all night. Sprinkle glitter shoes, £28