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Time of India
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ballet flats are back in vogue: Experts share cool tips to style them
Image for representative purposes only The classic ballet flats with round toes and delicate bows — dainty, flexible, and easy to slip on — are making a major comeback. This time, however, they come with an elevated style quotient. Nishtha Parwani, a celebrity stylist, tells us, 'Ballet flats have reigned through fashion history since the 1950s, gracing the soles of icons like Audrey Hepburn, Coco Chanel, and Kate Moss.' This footwear is now back in vogue. Pooja Karanam, a celebrity fashion stylist, tells us why: 'Their revival is because of fashion's ongoing obsession with Y2K, early-aughts nostalgia (the period from 2000 to 2009), and the need for chic shoes that don't kill your feet.' A BRIEF HISTORY Ballet flats originated from the soft, flexible slippers worn by ballet dancers. In the 1940s, French designer Rose Repetto adapted the traditional ballet shoes into streetwear, creating flats for her son, dancer Roland Petit. This marked the beginning of the ballet flats as a fashion item. Actresses like Brigitte Bardot helped popularise the style when she wore Repetto's 'Cendrillon' flats in And God Created Woman (1956). by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Audrey Hepburn, a trained dancer herself, made ballet flats part of her iconic look in films like Funny Face. Grace Kelly also embraced the style, often pairing them with tailored outfits, reinforcing their refined yet effortless appeal. SPOTTED ON RUNWAYS Ballet flats made it big on the runways. Vikram Seth, fashion stylist and creative director, says, 'Square toes, strappy silhouettes, and woven textures dominated the recent runways of 2025 shows through brands like Chanel, Miu Miu, and Simone Rocha.' Sandy Liang and Prada were also among the brands that featured ballets. Their strong presence on the runways drove celebrities too, to wear it. Gigi Hadid , Aimee Lou Wood , Alexa Chung, Sonam Kapoor , Ananya Panday, Kareena Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and Anushka Sharma are among the celebrities who were spotted wearing the shoes. Ballet flats are the perfect summer staple. They're lightweight, breathable and comfortable. Whether in breezy mesh, soft leather, or pastel satin, ballets add the right amount of polish without weighing you down. They pair beautifully with summer staples like linen dresses, shorts, or oversized shirtings Nishtha Parwani, celebrity stylist CLASSIC BALLETS WITH NEW STYLES Square-toe: Chic, minimalist, and perfect for a modern vibe Strappy: Think lace-up styles or Mary Janes Woven: Breezy, natural textures that scream vacation Mesh or transparent: It is like going barefoot, but make it fashionable Satin or embellished: Dressed-up versions for night outs or summer weddings HOW TO STYLE THEM Pair classic ballet flats with floral dresses, cropped denims, and breezy co-ord sets Opt for leather or designer ballet flats with monochrome separates, oversized shirts, and luxe athleisure Pair strappy or embellished ballet flats with denim skirts, mini dresses, and Indian fusion wear Pick square-toe ballet flats to wear below baggy jeans or cargo pants and crop tops for a Gen Z-approved spin Layer your ballet flats with frilly socks for that 'cool girl in Tokyo' energy Pair them with contrasting oversized pieces like blazers or cargos (As suggested by Vikram Seth, fashion stylist and creative director & Pooja Karanam, celebrity stylist) One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
Express Tribune
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Sway into the summer season with ballet flats
Summer is here, meaning ballet flats have made an expected comeback too. As the heat rages on, it calls for low-effort, breathable outfit picks that are easy to slip on — a requirement that this pair of shoes fervently meets. From a splash of colour elevating casual streetwear to muted sophistication for a corporate space, ballet flats answer every call and with the ease of a relaxed stroll. Celebrities seem to be in agreement over this. Recently, model-friends Gigi Hadid and Kendall Jenner stepped out in Manhattan streets donning the enduring summer trend. Owing to the season's warmth, their clothes were casual but with a dainty touch. Jenner sported The Row's square ballet flat in lambskin leather. She paired the lightweight shoes with high-rise blue jeans from Reformation and a knotted-hem cotton top from Mango - a power combination that exhibited minimalism at its finest. Keeping her statement classy, she sported black shades and a black handbag along with gold earrings to add a pinch of opulence to her ensemble. Meanwhile, Hadid wore a pair of satin ballet shoes from Miu Miu along with Jaded London's black-camo trooper cargo pants and Madewell's crewneck long-sleeve shirt. Here, the olive green slip-ons elevated the outfit's overall vibrance. Adding to the stylish colour clash, she accessorised the look with dark shades in twin fashion with her friend, a pink handbag, and a flamboyant pearl necklace. The thing about the ballet shoe trend is that it transcends seasons, nimbly leaping into summer after a graceful danse d'école in spring. In late March, socialite Hailey Bieber set out for a lunch in LA, dressed in an imposing Saint Laurent bomber jacket, low-rise black trousers, and a heeled spin on black ballet flats. By pairing the bomber jacket with Repetto's black Camille heels, Bieber struck a fine balance between masculine and feminine articles, reminding us of the endless possibilities of styling a monochrome outfit. The look, especially the footwear, was reminiscent of model Kaia Gerber's frequently used ballet flat formula, though the latter stays true to tradition. Also slipping on Repetto ballet shoes in March, Gerber opted for the brand's black Cendrillon flats, which she wore with The Frankie Shop's oversized, navy cotton shirt and La Ligne's loose Colby pants. Let Gerber be your reminder that simplicity can be charming too, if you want it to be. Thanks to the relaxed boundaries of fashion, ballet flats don't adhere to strict codes of formal or casualwear. Sometimes, they obey the blueprint as closely as incorporating laces. Sometimes, they can hardly be called 'flats'. But no matter what you wear them with, they are sure to set you up for a sartorial performance.
