Plus, pairs you can score from $24
Ballet Flats to Shop Now
- Majorly Discounted: Franco Sarto Eileen Mary Jane Flat, $70 (orig. $120); DSW
- “Absolutely Zero Foot Pain or Rubbing”: Cushionaire Bistro Mary Jane Flats, $50 (orig. $70); Amazon
- Slips On Easily: A New Day Imani Satin Ballet Mules, $25 (orig. $35); Target
- Mom-Friendly Style: Vivaia Margot Ballet Flats, $129; Amazon
- “Easy to Wear with Just About Anything”: Musshoe Ballet Flats, from $24 with Prime (orig. $36); Amazon
- A Timeless Investment: Lands’ End Essential Leather Ballet Flats, $91 (orig. $130); Nordstrom
- Sellout Risk: Dolce Vita Cadel Dk Leopard Mesh Flats, from $51; Amazon
So you finally convinced yourself to buy a pair of ballet flats, but you have no idea how to wear them? I’ve been there.
Like everything else in life, I’ve found the only way out (of a style rut) is through. So whenever I can’t put two and two together, I just look at all the fun and cool ways fashionable people incorporate the celebrity-worn trend into their own wardrobe.
And there aren’t many people more on-the-pulse-of-fashion than my colleagues, so I put out a call to see how they put their own stamp on them. Now my brain is brimming with ideas — and thanks to all the shoes, outfits, and accessories down below, yours will soon be, too.
Related: 1 Top, 4 Outfits: Here’s How I’m Stretching My Wardrobe (and Wallet!) Between Seasons for as Little as $17
Franco Sarto Eileen Mary Jane Flat
$120 $70 at Dsw.com
“There aren’t many ballet flats that I won’t wear. Case in point: I’ve tried and loved everything from Mary Janes (I have this exact pair from Franco Sarto!), ballet sneakers, and most recently, Tabis, i.e. the divisive shoes people say look like hooves. (Don’t knock them until you try them — they’re surprisingly comfy!)
While my footwear rotates, the way I wear them stays pretty consistent. My go-to formula lately has been linen pants, linen tops, and some color-coordinated accessories to put the sandwich method into action. I’ll likely wear the same combo in the fall, just with thicker fabrics.” — Alyssa Grabinski, senior shopping writer
Complete the Look
Lioness Paloma Jort $65 at Revolve |
J.Crew New Relaxed Linen T-shirt
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Cushionaire Bistro Mary Jane Flats
$70 $50 at Amazon
“As someone who loves to dress in timeless basics, I don’t typically jump on too many trends — but ballet flats are such an easy wear-everywhere shoe that it only made sense to finally buy a pair. I’m especially loving Mary Janes since the strap keeps them more secure. I just wore this pair to the office for the first time this week and was shocked by how cushioned my feet felt — absolutely zero foot pain or rubbing! Satin track pants and a basic cardigan were the perfect staples to throw on with them.” — Alex Nelson, associate editorial director
Complete the Look
Merokeetyl Cable-Knit Cardigan
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Gap Factory Satin Straight-Leg Crop Pants, $54 at checkout
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A New Day Imani Satin Ballet Mules
$35 $25 at Target
“As much as I love ballet flats, I often end the day with the back of my feet in pain — so, these ballet mules caught my eye. The shoes’ baby pink hue provides a soft pop of color, and they’re easy to slip on with my beloved sweatpant jeans and a T-shirt for an easy outfit when I’m running errands.” — Jennifer Maldonado, associate editorial director
Complete the Look
Rag & Bone Miramar Sofie High Waist Ankle Wide-Leg Terry Sweatpant Jeans $248 at Nordstrom |
Los Angeles Apparel Cotton Baby Rib T-Shirt $30 at Losangelesapparel.net |
Vivaia Margot Ballet Flats
$129 at Amazon
“As someone with high arches, I’ve never found ballet flats particularly comfortable. But this Vivaia pair has cushioned arch support and a roomy square toe that still looks sleek while giving wider feet a little extra space. For a comfortable outfit that still looks put together, I’ll style them with a midi dress and a lightweight sweater draped over my shoulders.” — Jeaneen Russell, shopping writer
Complete the Look
Quince Mongolian Cashmere Crewneck Sweater $50 at Quince.com |
Crz Yoga Square-Neck Maxi Casual Dress $45 at Amazon |
Musshoe Ballet Flats, $24 with Prime
$36 $24 at Amazon
“My closet has plenty of shoes, but these Musshoe Mary Jane flats are the pair I keep coming back to. They’re effortlessly cute, surprisingly comfortable, and easy to wear with just about anything, from casual jeans to dresses and skirts.” — Nicol Natale, shopping writer
Complete the Look
Veronica Beard Beverly Skinny-Flare Jean $298 at Veronicabeard.com |
Gap 100% Cotton Relaxed Crop Cardigan Sweater
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Lands’ End Essential Leather Ballet Flats
$130 $91 at Nordstrom
“I’ll admit it, I can be a shameless trend follower at times. But hopping on the ballet flat bandwagon isn’t something I regret. A simple black pair adorned with a delicate bow is my go-to footwear for office days and casual hangs with my friends. Bonus: These have a cushioned insole for additional comfort.” — Izzy Baskette, shopping writer
Complete the Look
Asos Design Knit Cinched Pleated Top $45 at Asos |
Dokotoo High-Waisted Wide-Leg Jeans
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Dolce Vita Cadel Dk Leopard Mesh Flats
$51 at Amazon
“I can be such a baby when it comes to uncomfortable footwear (beauty is not pain in my book), which should make my stamp of approval on these Dolce Vita flats all the more impressive. I love that I can slip them on ahead of a full day of walking in New York City — going from uptown to downtown and everywhere in between — without fear of blisters or irritation. Plus, the mesh makes them super breathable!” — Averi Baudler, shopping editor
Complete the Look
Gap Poplin Cinched Midi Shirtdress, $60 at checkout
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Frances Valentine Shaggy Tiered Raffia Fringe Tote $298 at Nordstrom |
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