06 Aug Ballet Flats are Trending Hard in 2023 & These are the Best Pairs to Buy Now

Did you retire your well-worn ballet flats along with your skinny jeans & skinny scarves sometime in the mid 2000s/early 2010s? Or remain a stalwart fan like ballet flat queen Alexa Chung? Either way, you will have noticed they are firmly back in business for 2023. After a considerable fashion hiatus ballerina’s are once again pounding the pavements (hopefully not too hard…) worn with everything from preppy mini skirts, to loose and low-rise jeans. If you haven’t already been enjoying the fair weather by skipping around town in a mere slip of a ballet flat, now is the time. With the sheer amount of beautiful dainty options hitting the new arrivals for the new season, and our feeds full of great ways to wear them, it’s fair to say the ballerina is staying firmly fixed on the fashion agenda for autumn/winter 2023.

On the subject of the new season, don’t let the impending cooler weather stop you from investing. Who needs bearable weather, when you can add a chunky sock and make like last season’s Miu Miu models? Still very much a good option. Speaking of, Prada unveiled a new soon-to-be coveted pointy white ballerina flat in their AW23 show. Another sure sign that the dainty shoe is sure to be hanging around next year too. Though the classic style may have been taking a rest from the feet of the masses for a while, it never fully falls off the fashion radar. The ballerina-shaped fashion hits just keep on coming too. See the mesh ballet flat for reference, the new ‘IT’ style. If you are still hunting for your perfect pair, let us help you narrow your options with our pick of the bunch, from high street to high end.

Best Ballet Flats Under £100

These are so good. Move fast.

The cutest summer vibe.

The studded buckle detail adds a little edge to the ballerina style.

Such a cute way to wear the biggest colour trend of 2023.

Go for a Mary Jane ballet flat to tick off two trends at once. These come in a metallic gold too.

Mango’s metallic strap flats are a great option for day or night.

The lace-up detail adds an authentic feel to your ballerina look.

Zara’s neoprene ballet flats in blush pink are so nostalgic.

The blanket-stitching technique used in Vibi Venezia’s black Mary Jane flats is a testament to the artisanal Italian craftsmanship behind them.

This pair are ready to party.

Best Ballet Flats Under £200

Arket’s leather ballerinas also come in black and light blue, but a metallic touch will bring your denim bang up-to-date this season. This pair just got restocked, but move fast as they are selling quickly.

Porte & Paire’s silver pair will be perfect with denim.

This pair look positively regal.

Best Ballet Flats Under £350

Mix things up with a square toe.

So minimal and so perfect with ankle socks.

Reformation’s Bethany ballet flats also come in plain black, silver and summer-ready white

Best Ballet Flats Under £500

If you’re a fan of Alexa Chung’s style, then you will know she is a fan of these very shoes

This leopard print pair will bring a little sass to your outfit.

Mesh ballet flats are having a major moment and these are winners.

Make a statement with this bright green eyelet detail pair from Chloé. They also come in black and white.

Jacquemus’ new arrivals are selling fast and they are so chic.

Best Ballet Flats Over £500

Miu Miu’s covetable flats are so beautiful in ballerina beige. They also come in practical black and pristine white if you can trust yourself.

Alternatively, for the maximalists out there give the twinkle toes trend a go this season with this irresistible embellished pair. Also now in gold, just FYI…

Prada’s perfect pair look summer-ready in this ballet slipper-esque hue. They also come in black.

How cute? Get in early on the colour of the year with these amazing square-toe backless flats.

Simone Rocha’s edgy patent flats are selling fast.

Maison Margiela’s instantly recognizable Tabi ballet flats make a solid investment.

The perfect pair for day-to-night dressing.

The Row’s minimalist flats are an influencer favourite in black or cream with a contrast strap.

Loewe’s puffy patent pair have a playful edge.

Chic meets edgy with Valentino Garavani’s Rockstud satin ballerinas.

The Row’s Mary Jane style Ava leather flats will add the ultimate polish to your look. They are also available in black.

Add a little extra with some sparkling crystal embellishment.

Update your spring look further with the denim trends to know for spring/summer 2023, or for more footwear inspiration, these are the sneaker trends taking over in 2023…

This story was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.