or breezy . The style has leaped from fashion to dance and back, landing in the wardrobe of Hollywood royalty and actual royalty alike—from and to , , and .The ballet flat may lean prim and coquettish, but its inherent versatility transcends aesthetics and personal styles.
Karen Giberson, president of the , who represents some of the world’s most notable shoe brands, echoes this when she tells Glamour that the blend of comfort and style has made the shoe an eternal classic, Glamour.And while the shoe has never left the zeitgeist, Giberson says it's re-emerged as a fashion favorite for 2023. “Designer brands have added a variety of colors and clever touches as straps [with logos] to customize the silhouette for their brand.” Case in point: notably leaned into the traditional pointe look last year, adding a big Miu Miu logo to the strap and kicking off the trend.
For this spring, and took a more modern approach to the ballet flat, designing scrunched silhouettes that snuggle the foot in crystal-adorned mesh and buttery leather with Mary-Jane straps.Of course, finding the best ballet flats boils down to personal preference and need—are you looking for a comfortable, durable that can survive unpredictable weather and log miles in or do you want an embellished style to complete your look?If you're just shopping with a specific season in mind, consider the materials: A suede or satin style is great for fall and winter, whereas in the summer you’ll likely want to reach for something more breathable like raffia or a luxe leather that won't give your heels blisters.
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