Suz, I was hoping that was the case, and it's just a matter of where we are in the retail season. Of course I need them NOW. But I really have needed them for several years, so it's not retail's fault that I'm seriously getting the itch at the moment.
kkards, thank you for the finds! These are helpful.
I will check those out, gradfashionista. Though I'm afraid that simple ballet flats will turn out to be a place holder, since I've realized that the ones that make me happiest have a lot more detailing. My plainest flats are rose gold metallic with a silver heart vamp!
JAileen, the Fly Londons are really neat. They aren't quite what I'm looking for in this instance, but I kind of want somebody to get them!
Runcarla, I will look into Remonte; that's a new one to me. They look like good booties.
What timing, Jenni NZ! Those Paddie mid heels with the laces are super cute. (Also not quite what I'm looking for, but I still like!)
Emily K, those are a lovely shade of navy. They are still too masculine for what I need, but thanks for the rec.
Bijou, those are good shoes! I hope you find some more, too. There have already been some good recommendations on this thread and hopefully more to come out in the spring.
smittie, I will look for those!
Lisa, I hope you find some good ones!