When I think of ballet flats I’m instantly transported to 2007 when I wore a gold Topshop pair with my skinny jeans religiously. But like with many other Y2K trends, the runways have officially declared the ballet flat is back, and after seeing an onslaught of chic pairs all over the street style set, I’m finally on board.

Comfortable, elegant and versatile, what’s not to love? Of course, Chanel’s iconic two-tone pair has been around since the 1950s, but if you too still associate them with the unstylish era of wearing a waist belt with literally everything, just take a look at Miu Miu’s super cute logo-jacquard strap ballet flats or the beautiful satin styles by The Row.

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Best ballet flats to shop now

The high street is now full of amazing pairs, and we've found the most coveted to shop online, from & Other Stories, Mango, Everlane, Arket and more...

Mary Jane leather ballet flats, £95, & Other Stories

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& Other Stories real leather ballet flats come in this Mary Jane style that we'd wear with everything from wide-leg jeans to mini dresses.

Metallic leather ballet flats with straps, £59.99, Mango

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These gorgeous metallic leather ballet flats from Mango come complete with a delicate elastic strap.

The Italian leather day ballet flat, £138, Everlane

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Meghan Markle favourite Everlane does real Italian leather ballet flats in a whole range of shades.

Leather ballet flat, £39.99, H&M

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Reviews of H&M's ballet flats say they come in the softest leather and look super expensive - but they run small, so size up.

Charming quilted ballet flat, £245, Russell & Bromley

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For a Chanel-style two-tone pair, we've found these quilted ballet flats from Russell & Bromley.

Leather ballet pumps, £35, Marks & Spencer

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Marks & Spencer's sleek black leather ballet flats are so comfortable. They feature Insolia Flex technology to ensure your foot is correctly placed and cost just £35.

Buffy ruched ballet flat, £255, Reformation

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Reformation's Buffy ballet flats have a softly gathered upper and come in the prettiest springtime pink.

Ballet flat, £139, Arket

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Arket always does the best wardrobe staples, and these soft leather ballet flats come in the perfect cut.

ASOS DESIGN Love-affair embellished point ballet flats, £30, ASOS

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Upgrade your evening outfits with this embellished pair from ASOS.

Porte & Paire Bow-embellished leather ballet flats, £195, Net-a-Porter

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With their classic nude shade and square-toe silhouette, we love this luxe style by Porte & Paire.

Elastic satin ballet flats, £79.99, Mango

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Balletcore to the max - we're a little bit obsessed with these Miu Miu lookalikes from Mango.

Trilly ballet flats, £35, LK Bennett

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These lightweight, ruched detail leather ballet flats from LK Bennett are truly timeless.

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