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

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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. Something that looks polished but feels worn in.

When looking for office shoes, you want to hit the perfect balance of sturdy and stylish. A great place to start is to look at the fabrics. You can’t go wrong with leather, the natural weather resistance means it’ll last longer than other materials like suede or canvas.