LA BELLE BALLERINA

A woman should feel like the "Belle of the Ball" every day. There is no doubt that a great pair of heels makes you feel sexy, elongating even the most petite gams, but high heels are not always comfortable nor practical.

Enter the Ballet Flat.

No longer confined to the grand courts of France, England, Italy and Russia - Ballet Flats have evolved into a "must have" for every Fashionista’s closet. Even Valentino is a believer - as evidenced by his Paillete Ballerina Flat, scheduled to debut in the upcoming resort season.

The Pailette Ballerina - Valentino (pre-order on www.bergdorfgoodman.com)

I usually stock up on Ballet Flats when I go to Europe – my recent trip to London was no exception. Coming out of Bond Street Tube station on my way to Claridges for a spot of Afternoon Tea, I made a scheduled stop at Pretty Ballerinas on South Molton Street (www.prettyballerinas.com).

Pretty Ballerinas have been making Ballet Flats since 1918. Their flats come in an array of colors and styles. Pretty Ballerina shoes are not inexpensive, but these flats will last a long, long time. Believe me – my Pretty Ballerinas have been pounding the pavements of NYC for a few years now!

You may not have mastered the "pirouette" or auditioned a “polonaise” for Sleeping Beauty, but in a pair of beautiful Ballet Flats, you can be a Prima Ballerina. A good pair of Ballet Flats is gentle on the feet, compact for the tote, a flip flop alternative, and the ultimate travel pair for TSA security screening. Now, there's a multi-tasking shoe!

Whether your preference is classic black, studded leather or jeweled with bling, take a "pas de valse" in a pair of fabulous Ballet Flats. Your inner Ballerina will thank you!

Stay deliciously fabulous!

xoxo

A selection of Pretty Ballerina's. Available online at www.prettyballerinas.com