For years, women wore heels because the alternatives were either dowdy, unstylish or just plain ugly! These days, however, flats have had a big resurgence and are now a style staple for well-dressed women everywhere (Michelle Obama is a huge fan of the flat!) This seasons, flats incorporate all of the trends of their heeled counterparts, including peep toes, metallic embellishments, flirty cut-outs, and off-the-beaten path materials and colors.