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5 chic and commuter-friendly women's shoes, chosen by a fashion writer

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Dave, H. (2026, September 21). 5 chic and commuter-friendly women's shoes, chosen by a fashion writer. Evening Standard. https://www.standard.co.uk/shopping/esbest/fashion/womens-work-shoes-stylish-b1297241.html

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Evening Standard · collected 2026-09-21 · by Hansveni Dave

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A fashion writer at The Standard recommends five women's shoes that are both stylish and practical for daily wear. These include Lili Curia’s Beau Loafer made from soft nappa leather with corset-inspired lacing, Camper’s Casi Myra ballet flat known for its comfort and variety of finishes, Samsoe Samsoe’s Saastra Hybrid Flats that blend the style of a ballet flat with the functionality of a trainer, Massimo Dutti's AIRFIT® insole soft leather mules, and Alohas' Dani Black Leather Oxfords which update the classic Oxford shoe with modern design elements.
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A fashion writer for The Standard highlights five stylish yet comfortable women's shoes suitable for daily commuting and office wear, emphasizing comfort over impractical high heels. The article discusses the importance of materials such as leather, which offer durability and weather resistance. One recommended shoe is the Lili Curia Beau Loafer, crafted from soft nappa leather with a unique corset-inspired lacing design that provides both style and practicality. The writer praises another pair, the Massimo Dutti AIRFIT® insoles, noting their ability to hug the foot securely throughout the day without causing discomfort.

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Alohas Beau Loafer Lili Curia Massimo Dutti Standard

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Alohas ORG · 2× Massimo Dutti ORG · 2× Camper ORG · 1× Camper Casi Myra PERSON · 1× Copenhagen ORG · 1× Lili Curia ORG · 1× Lili Curia Beau Loafer PERSON · 1× Samsoe Samsoe Saastra ORG · 1× Scandinavian NORP · 1× Standard ORG · 1×

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The AIRFIT® insoles in their soft leather mules are what sold these to me; they’re made to hug the sole of your foot so it doesn't feel like they would fall off at any point.
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5 chic and commuter-friendly women's shoes, chosen by a fashion writer · assertive framing

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The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. asserted
journalism → support → readers
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. uncertain
we → purchase → commission
Gone are the days of uncomfortable work shoes; I need something that takes me from the tube to the office to the after-work drinks. asserted
that → go → drinks
Something that looks polished but feels worn in. asserted
that → look → ?
When looking for office shoes, you want to hit the perfect balance of sturdy and stylish. asserted
you → look → balance
A great place to start is to look at the fabrics. asserted
place → start → fabrics
You can’t go wrong with leather, the natural weather resistance means it’ll last longer than other materials like suede or canvas. asserted
it → go → suede
If you’re someone who can effortlessly last all day in them, hats off to you, but if you’re like me – who can do about an hour in them – stick to the smaller heights. asserted
who → ’re → heights
This rotation of footwear has an option for every career path, personal style and office vibe. asserted
rotation → have → path
One of my favourite names in the shoe game, Lili Curia, is keeping design interesting and fresh. asserted
One → keep → design
Their take on the classic loafer feels playful yet practical. asserted
take → feel → loafer
The defined silhouette of their Beau Loafer is crafted out of soft nappa leather with a corset-inspired lacing up the apron. asserted
silhouette → craft → lacing
Loafers are an office staple that can be dressed up or down. asserted
that → dress → ?
My favourite way to wear these loafers is to pair them with an electric blue sock that, when wearing trousers just peaks through. asserted
that → wear → trousers
You may be thinking, ballet flats? uncertain
You → think → flats
Well, I’m here to bat for their corner and deem them some of the most comfortable shoes, when you have the right pair. asserted
you → ’m → pair
The perfect pair is when they fit like a glove, have no gaps, are made with ultra-soft leather and have a small heel. asserted
they → fit → heel
The Casi Myra from Camper requires little to no time to break in and has a buttery feel. asserted
Myra → require → feel
Samsoe Samsoe Saastra Hybrid Flats Samsoe has the ease of Copenhagen street style with a quintessentially Scandinavian spirit. asserted
Samsoe → have → spirit
While it’s the jackets that usually draw me in, recently its accessories – including shoes – have caught my attention. asserted
accessories → ’ → attention
The label’s hybrid Saastra flats are a hybrid between a ballet flat and trainer, creating the perfect office-to-out shoe. asserted
flats → create → shoe
They have a sleek, clean feel to them, which is something I find important when finding a good trainer for work. asserted
I → have → work
While Massimo Dutti has been one of my staples for many years, I’ve only recently been introduced to their shoes. asserted
I → introduce → shoes
The AIRFIT® insoles in their soft leather mules are what sold these to me; they’re made to hug the sole of your foot so it doesn't feel like they would fall off at any point. asserted
they → sell → point
Mules are a great alternative to those who like a ballet flat silhouette but worry about it rubbing at the back. asserted
it → like → back
Alohas Dani Black Leather Oxfords A polished pair of Oxfords has been the classic work shoe for decades, but over time the style has felt old and in need of a refresh. asserted
style → feel → refresh
By adding a gathered apron and double laces, Alohas has gifted us the perfect pair of modern Oxfords, the Dani. asserted
Alohas → add → Oxfords
The Barcelona-based footwear brand is most likely already spotted around your office after the much-deserved hype for their Rosalind ballet flats. asserted
brand → base → flats
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