30 best ballet flats for women | Back in style, these are the ballet flats your feet will love in 2024

Last Updated on January 2, 2024 by Eve Dawes

Fashion & function, ballet flats are back in style meaning happy feet everywhere!

Are ballet flats in style for 2024? What are the best ballet flats? The fashion editors and designers have spoken with a resounding yes and I’ve scouted out the very best ones for you. As seen at Proenza Schouler, Tory Burch and 3.1 Phillip Lim’s Spring 2024 runway shows to name a few. Women’s ballet flats or ballet slippers are a classic and practical closet staple. So if you’re wondering if they’re in style, yes, ballet flats for women are back in style and one of the major women’s shoe trends for 2024. They’re not just great for Summer but as a transitional shoe to see you into Fall/Autumn too. It’s easy to see why they’re so popular. They’re more supportive than slides, more practical than flip flops and more comfortable for walking around all day than slip on sandals and mules. Here’s what you need to know about this footwear trend and how to wear them for an effortlessly chic look. Along with the best ways to style them and the best womens ballet flats for 2024.

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Are ballet flats in style for 2024

Yes ballet flats are having a major moment and are back in style for 2024. As seen on Bella Hadid, Katie Holmes, Julia Garner, Meghan Markle and most recently Kendall Jenner wearing the Row’s black ballet flats.

In the past ballet flats have been more along the lines of pointed toe leather flats like Valentino’s or Chanel’s classic two tone flats. This year the ballet flats trend is more like an actual ballet slipper. Think cute little bow lace-up details, mesh styles, Mary Jane straps, crystal and pearl details, elegant slimline silhouettes and even satin styles however, impractical that sounds! In the red, metallic and neutral color palettes that are so in right now.

Ballet flats are in style for winter 2024. But shop for mesh ballet flats or square toe ballet flats with Mary Jane straps if you want the most fashionable ballet flats that will transition well into spring 2024.

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How to style ballet flats for women

For the most on trend ways to wear your womens ballet flats this season. Style them with:

1. Jeans, a crisp white T-shirt and ballet flats
2. Add a trench coat for Spring and Fall.
3. With an oversized tulle gown.
4. A la Carrie Bradshaw with a tulle skirt and bodysuit.
5. An oversized blazer back with a crop top and jeans.
6. With opaque tights in the colder months.
7. With a blazer and shorts set
8. Style light colored ballet flats for women with any of your casual Summer dresses, especially slip dresses.
9. A sheer top, jeans and ballet flats for whimsy meets street style.
10. With wide leg pants and a tank top

The trending ballet flats for women to slip into

While slide sandals are my go-to flats for Summer, sometimes you don’t want to be trekking around in open toes e.g. walking around NYC or on cooler days. Some of the foldable flats are also perfect for popping in your bag for a quick change in and out of heels and a lot of other styles don’t fold.

Metallic ballet pumps are also a major trend for 2024 so don’t be afraid to wear silver, gold and other metallics during the day to add a glam touch to an otherwise casual look.

If you’re planning on doing a lot of walking in them, go for buttery-soft leather. For an on trend look for 2024, look for Mary Jane styles with a simple strap that goes over the top of your foot, denim or crystal encrusted styles. Miu Miu do a really on trend logo style and The Row are probably the most coveted low key designer style.

For Chanel-esque vibes for less the Vaneli Serene Flat quilted two tone ballet flats look a lot more expensive than they are! For the ultimate in practicality go for a foldable, waterproof flat. They’re easy to pop in your bag to swap out of your favorite satin or suede heels if you get caught in a sudden downpour!

The most flattering styles of ballet pumps

If you’re petite or more muscular like I am sometimes this style can be hard to pull off. Pointed toe versions tend to be a bit more flattering than round or square toe with our body proportions. For that reason, I’m personally skipping this dainty flats trend which offer comfort and chic all in one and sticking to my slide sandals and wedges.

Sarah Flint’s Natalie flat is the iconic leather ballet flat you’ve seen on Meghan Markle, Cindy Crawford and Jessica Alba. The pointed toe tends to be more elegant and streamlined than the rounded toe versions. Use code SARAHFLINT-BAEVE for $50 off your 1st pair.

The best ballet flats for 2024

These are my top picks for the women’s ballet pump trend for 2024. Believe me, I’ve worn my fair share of ballet slippers. From actual ballet slippers as a professional ballerina to sensible flats for running around cities. So I definitely know what to look for and what to avoid when it comes to the design and features:

• For logos, celebrity favorite Miu Miu leather flats.
• Best quilted 2 tone ballet flats Vaneli.
• Bottega Veneta best designer crystal sandals.
• Best foldable and waterproof flats.
• Best pointed toe ballerina flats for a more delicate silhouette Valentino.
• Best satin slippers for bridal parties.
• For classic style it’s hard to beat The Row.
• These Manolo Blahnik glam flats are giving us Carrie Bradshaw vibes.

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