The trending twist on ballet flats Alexa Chung loves
Every now and then, a single pair of shoes takes on icon status and spawns a new trend, which is exactly what's happened with French fashion house Alaïa's now cult crystal ballet flats.
Still ticking the girly 'balletcore' box, but with tougher grungy edge, the fashion set are loving both the £890 designer style (if they can get hold of any!) and similar rhinestone or studded pairs this season.
For a masterclass in how to wear them, look to the always stylish Alexa Chung. For Chloé's Paris Fashion Week show recently, the TV presenter and model wore studded ballet flats to add fresh interest to a classic, minimalist get-up of navy flared trousers, a chic grey shirt and a cream jumper flung over her shoulders.
You know how we feel about trends here at Red: in order to champion something, we need to be confident that it won't look dated before we can blink, especially if it's got a hefty price tag. The of-the-moment pieces we covet slot easily into our existing capsule wardrobes, meaning we really will get a lot of wear out of them.
Studded ballet flats fit the brief, bringing oomph and versatility to many of our go-to looks, from oversized jumpers and jeans to smarter blouses, tailoring and floaty dresses. They're also a breeze to pop on for instant, effortless cool – exactly what we look for in a new fashion hero.
Black styles are the most popular, deservedly so we think, but there are also plenty of cream studded ballet flats popping up on the high street if you prefer lighter colours for spring. Or you could tick off two trends at once by adding a mesh pair to your basket – try Mango.
You Might Also Like
