Ballet Flats Are the Shoe of the Season — Here Are 15 Perfect Pairs

It's not every season that the "It" shoe is actually comfortable to walk in. In recent years, the fashion world has favored flatforms, sky-high wedges, or thigh-high boots — not exactly run-around shoes. Fortunately for our feet, the ballet flats you loved in the early aughts are back, and they're better than ever with new textures, shapes, and colors to choose from. There's something for everyone in the many different styles and different price points.

Ballet flats look great with everything, including dress pants, skirts, and tapered jeans. But this season, switch up how you'd usually wear them and get playful by pairing them with baggy jeans or even track pants for a decidedly 2024 vibe. If that's a bit too fashion-forward for your comfort, there are also mesh styles and pops of color to add interest to an otherwise simple look. Here are 15 pairs to make the trend work for you.

1. Dolce Vita Cadel Ballet Flats  

High-fashion designers have rolled out pricey mesh flats this season, but these from Dolce Vita are a bit more wallet-friendly. They're also in the season's hottest color: red.

2. Mansur Gavriel Dream Ballerina

They're a splurge, but you'll have Mansur Gavriel's classic leather flats for years to come.

3. Aqua Amore Strap Ballet Flats

Wear this polka-dot mesh pair in place of heels to a wedding, and you can happily dance the night away.

4. Ganni Light Pink Feminine Buckle Ballerinas

Ganni's shoe of the season now comes in spring-ready colors, like this pretty pastel pink. They're pricey, but incredibly comfortable.

5. Steve Madden Vinetta Rhinestones

If you just can't get away from your favorite black ballet flats, upgrade your look with a rhinestone-covered pair.

6. Mango Metallic Ballerinas

We love the unexpected side-bow on this dainty metallic-pink pair from Mango.

7. Coach Emilia Mary Jane

You'll wear this classic leather pair from Coach with everything in your closet.

8. Reformation Bowie Ballet Flat

Gold can be just as much of a neutral as black, so don't be afraid to pair it with the same colors.

9. Vionic Klara Knit Ballet Flat

Looking for a bit more arch support and cushion? You don't have to sacrifice style with this ultra-comfortable Vionic pair.

10. Raye Natasha Flat

This leather pair has an open weave pattern to let your feet show through, so they're a great, fashion-forward option in place of sandals.

11.  Vivaia Square-Toe Mary-Jane

If you love the look of Mary-Janes but need extra comfort, this eco-friendly pair has major cushion, plus an adjustable instep strap for a customizable fit. Best of all, it comes in 15 colorways.

12. Tory Burch Cap-Toe Ballet

If you're going to splurge on a designer pair of ballet flats, make them classic ones that will never go out of style, like these from Tory Burch.

13. Amazon Essentials Women's Belice Ballet Flat

With 72,000 reviews and an average rating of 4.3 stars, these under-$24 ballet flats are a surprising win.

14. Boden Mary Jane Flats

There's something about this striped pair that evokes quiet luxury.

15. Jeffrey Campbell x FP x Understated Leather Stars Align Ballet Flat

These boho-style flats with a slight twist are the product of a collaboration between Free People and independent shoe brand Jeffrey Campbell.