Wearing ballet flats is (again) trendy: 4 models that prove it
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At first glance, wearing ballet flats seems to be out of fashion. A symbol of being outdated, where you end up with scoliosis and a reputation for smelly feet.
But that’s without counting on the rehabilitation of this iconic shoe in the fashion scene, as evidenced in 2020 by the exhibition “Ballerina: Fashion’s Modern Muse” or the trend of the most fashionable icons for this flat shoe.
Since 2021, the shoe has made a strong comeback, to the point that wearing ballet flats is trendy again.
How do we explain this fashion phenomenon? What are the models that are all the rage this spring/summer 2022?
We explain everything in this article!
From the attic to the runway: just one step
The history of ballet flats, flat-soled shoes, has been up and down.
Created in 1930, they first became popular thanks to the Repetto house, which brought them into the spotlight. But in the 2000s, mass-market retailers seized this “little chic slipper”. They were everywhere, at all prices and in all colors. They lost their charm and became overexploited.
The verdict came in: ballet flats were has-been.
But in fashion, behaviors are unpredictable. And it was the lockdown that gave a new boost to ballet flats. As stylist Dinah Sultan explains in an interview for the Huffington Post, “Consumers are looking for basics, the jeans-white shirt combo. We are returning to quality products that will last over time. We are investing in pieces that will not go out of style.”
Qualified as timeless, ballet flats are back in the spotlight, propelled by haute couture houses, and in a more contemporary version.
Their reputation has been restored.
Today, ballet flats symbolize a refined aesthetic that combines classicism and timelessness. It is not surprising to see them on the feet of fashion icons like Elsa Hosk or Alexa Chung.
To get a trendy pair of ballet flats, it is advisable to turn to specialist shoe labels. Minelli is a perfect example of a ballet flat. It is a guarantee of quality and represents craftsmanship that you will appreciate.
Wearing ballet flats: which model to choose to be trendy?
The pointed ballet flat
We love it for its retro chic look. It is an original pair that seduces with its vintage side. But that’s not all, it is timeless. You can wear it all year round, with almost all your clothes, and for different occasions.
In short, it’s a good basic to have in your wardrobe!
The heeled ballet flat
Do you like to add height? Heeled ballet flats will seduce you! Very trendy, they elongate the silhouette while bringing elegance to your look. With boyfriend jeans and a shirt, it’s the detail that makes the difference. But the heeled ballet flat also goes very well with chinos or a straight dress for a chic effect.
Ballet flats with bows
This is the classic one, the one we all fell in love with in middle school or high school.
It hasn’t aged a bit. Its little bow on the front and its round toe still work. With this iconic model, you can have fun going from one outfit to another: cropped jeans and a white t-shirt for a minimalist look, with a summer dress for a retro look, with a mini skirt or a suit… You can create multiple combinations according to your desires.
The perforated ballet flat
This is the must-have for summer evenings.
Revisited in a contemporary version with its perforations, it delicately reveals the foot. It is a delicate model that represents femininity. It goes perfectly with a wrap dress, a flared skirt, or jeans to counterbalance the classic style and give character to your outfit.
➡️ Among the vintage pieces making a comeback, crochet is one of them. Discover our article to understand why crochet clothing is back in trend. (However, the combination of ballet flats + crochet should be avoided to avoid a fashion faux pas)
Featured image: © Sanra Semburg
