How to style ballet flats: perfect looks and combinations

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HOW DO YOU STYLE BALLET FLATS WITH JEANS?
A QUESTION WORTH ASKING

Ballerina flats are back in the spotlight with a new generation of styles: pointed toe, round toe, with a strap, with a bow, in leather and satin. Today’s ballerina flat is not the nondescript shoe of a few years ago: it’s a deliberate style choice. They go with almost anything, but the best combinations vary depending on the style.

What do ballet flats go with?

They work well with midi and maxi skirts, straight-leg trousers, cropped jeans and summer dresses. The least successful combination is with long skinny jeans: the ballet flat disappears beneath the leg. With a high-waisted skirt and a tucked-in T-shirt, the ballet flat completes the look without needing anything else.

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The styles that work best are cropped or straight, high-waisted jeans

How do you style ballet flats with jeans?

These two styles show off the ankle and highlight the shoes. Black leather ballet flats with white jeans are a classic combination that never goes out of fashion. Natural leather ballet flats with medium-wash blue jeans are more casual but just as smart in terms of proportions.

Ballet flats with a dress: how does it work?

With a light summer dress, ballet flats create a romantic or classic look depending on the style. A pointed toe is more formal, whilst a round toe is more playful. With printed dresses, choose ballet flats in a neutral shade: black, beige or white allow the pattern to take centre stage without competing with it.

Ballerina flats for day and evening: do they work?

Leather or satin ballerina flats with details such as a bow or an ankle strap elevate the look for the evening without compromising on comfort. Paired with tailored trousers and a shirt, satin ballerina flats are an elegant alternative to heels. With a midi dress, ballerina flats complete the look: no need to add anything else.

Flat ballet flats or those with a micro-heel?

Flat ballet flats look good on those with a naturally tall frame, but they can make you look shorter if you’re under 1.65 metres. A micro-heel of 1–2 cm – often invisible – balances this out without compromising on comfort. If you’re buying online, always check the heel height in the product description.

How should you style ballet flats with a skirt?

With a midi or maxi skirt, ballet flats create a continuous line from the waist down. A flowing skirt and flat ballet flats complement each other perfectly: both have a light, airy feel that doesn’t clash. With a high-waisted skirt and a cropped top, ballet flats balance the volume of the skirt without weighing down the lower half of the outfit.

How can you style ballet flats with everyday outfits?

A question worth asking

The toe shape and material have a greater impact on the overall look of an outfit than the colour does. A round-toed cotton shoe conveys a different impression to a pointed-toed satin one, even if both are black. Before choosing the colour, decide on the style and the occasion on which you’ll wear them most often.

How to style ballet flats for everyday wear

In everyday life, ballet flats work best with two types of outfit: cropped jeans with a shirt or a light blazer, or a midi skirt with a basic top. In the first case, it’s all about proportion; the ballet flats should sit just above the ankle. In the second, it’s all about the style. Ballet flats lend the look a classic feel without making it look too heavy. In semi-formal settings, such as a meeting or an informal event, leather ballet flats are a great alternative to heels without compromising on elegance.

Ballet flats go with everything, but not in quite the same way with everything. The toe shape and material are the factors that matter more than colour.

How to choose the right ballet flats for your feet

A narrow pair that squeezes your toes will ruin any look right from the first date. Check two things before buying: the width of the upper at the metatarsal area and how secure the heel is. If your heel slips, the ballet flat is too big or the shape isn’t right for your foot.

At faraone.shop, you’ll find a selection of women’s ballet flats from brands such as Adidas and Ash, with fast delivery, free size exchanges and a 30-day returns policy. Faraone. has been a fashion retailer since 1970, with a 4.9-star rating from 1,155 Feedaty reviews and WhatsApp support for any questions about sizing.

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How do you style ballet flats with jeans?

Ballet flats with a dress: how does it work?

Ballerina flats for day and evening: do they work?

Flat ballet flats or those with a micro-heel?

How should you style ballet flats with a skirt?

A question worth asking

How to style ballet flats for everyday wear

How to choose the right ballet flats for your feet

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