According to fashion insiders, you’ll be seeing ballet flats with ankle straps everywhere in spring and summer 2024. It’s a fresh twist on a shoe trend we’ve already embraced: Ballet flats have become, since last winter, an undisputed must-have in our closets.
And now, they’re getting an elegant upgrade with the ankle-strap detail. The trend has caught our attention in recent weeks; and with the arrival of warm weather and the desire to leave our legs bare with shorts and skirts, that will surely gain more and more momentum.
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You may be familiar with, or even already own, classics like the strappy Mary Jane or ribbon ballet flats. This is similar…but different. The ankle-strap ballet flat is lesser-known but no less interesting in its design, and its uniqueness is sure to be what establishes them as one of the most popular shoe trends of spring/summer 2024. In short, it’s time to start shopping anklet ballet flats.
So let’s break down which styles are worth investing in.
Slouchy Ballet Flats With Ankle Straps
As seen in the photo above—and on the runway—we have Fendi’s signature ankle-strap ballet flats, made of soft light blue leather with a slouchy design accompanied by a subtle and elegant gold anklet. (They’re also available in cream and black.) Meanwhile, JW Anderson’s version is also slouchy but in black or white and a chain anklet with “JWA” logo charms.
Bracelet Ballerina Flats
If you prefer ballet flats with more a classic and timeless design—perfect for special occasions—go for a more structured model like the Jeffrey Campbell or Nine West versions included below. Like ring sandals and bracelet sandals, two other big shoe trends for this summer, the ankle straps look reminiscent of something you might find in your jewelry box.
Classic Ballerina Flats With Ankle Straps
Valentino’s anklet ballerinas have a decidedly classic design that features a round toe with a strap and gold logo buckle, but you can find similar (and much more affordable) options at many retailers. See, for example, the red patent leather anklet ballerinas from Feversole, also with a rounded toe and available on Amazon in over 20 colors.
This post was originally published in Vogue Italy.
