Flat-Out Fabulous
Wait… ballet flats have made a comeback? Well, for some of us, they never went out of style. Time and time again, ballet flats have proven to be a timeless fashion staple that effortlessly complements any outfit. The resurgence of ballet flats began with the stylish influence of Swedish entrepreneur Matilda Djerf, who strutted the streets of Stockholm in her colorful Chanel flats. Following suit, Sophia Richie blew us all away with her ever-so-elegant wedding looks paired with chic slingback flats. But that was all so last year. So, what’s the next chapter in the ballet flat saga for this year? Well, we’re here to spill the details.
We’re sure you’ve all seen the fabulous Lily Sisto on your TikTok at least once or twice, but if you’re anything like us, you live vicariously through her. Lily describes her style as a little mix of vintage, contemporary and tomboy chic. She is almost always seen wearing a pair of ballet flats, whether she is admiring the streets of Paris, off to work in New York City, or enjoying a sunny beach day in Palm Springs. Lily recently attended Paris Fashion Week, where she was seen wearing this stunning green monochromatic look. We couldn’t help but obsess over her velvet mossy green ballet flats, which can be found on Viani Milano. We also found a similar and more affordable pair on Pull and Bear. We’ve coined these flats as the perfect spring shoe!
When we think about the epitome of “cool mom,” Larissa Mills instantly comes to mind. She originally caught the internet’s attention through her teenage daughter’s TikTok account, @ellapottersays. Larissa has captivated online audiences with her effortlessly cool style that transcends age boundaries. She has a knack for pairing unexpected items in ways that harmonize perfectly. Frequently spotted in ballet flats with an edgy twist, Larissa demonstrates how a traditionally feminine shoe can be revamped into a grungier look. You can find studded flats similar to the ones she is wearing on Reformation!
Let’s hear it for the woman behind J Crew’s incredible revival! Olympia Marie, serving as J. Crew’s creative director, doubles as a fashion icon on Instagram. Chances are, you’ve caught her signature mirror selfies showcasing the latest and greatest from J.Crew’s collections. If you’ve ever taken a look at her choice of shoes, you would have noticed that she’s almost always seen wearing a delicate pair of ballet flats that perfectly complement her chic outfits. While the Miu Miu flats she’s sporting in this photo are amazing, they might stretch the budget for many of us college students. Not to worry — we’ve spotted an equally chic pair of black ballet flats right on J.Crew’s website! There is no need to settle for just daydreaming about designer shoes when you can walk in Olympia’s footsteps with these stylish J.Crew ballet flats.
Hopefully, we’ve inspired you to hop on the ballet flat train this spring and try out some pairs that embody your personal style. One thing we love about all these ballet flat looks is that they successfully complement each one of these ladies’ unique fashion senses. So, whether you would describe your style as preppy, edgy or feminine, we promise you can find a ballet flat that best suits YOU!
We’d love to see your take on this trend and how you make these looks come to life, so make sure to tag us @theedgemag!