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‘Perfect footwear for the busy woman’: ballet flats were the shoe of summer 2023, seen on Gigi and Bella Hadid, Zoe Kravitz, and since forever on Kate Moss
- Ballerina flats have derided as dull, preppy and forgettable, but in summer 2023 the humble ballet slipper has been a favourite among stylish women
- Celebrities from Zoë Kravitz to Margaret Qualley and Sandra Oh have worn them to events, while Katie Holmes and Alexa Chung wear them everywhere
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There are few things more satisfying than watching an item of clothing you have shamefacedly refused to give up become fashionable again.
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For me, that happened earlier this year when ballet shoes – long derided by fashionistas as slightly forgettable and a bit dull – triumphantly stepped back into the spotlight.
In fact, this summer, ballet flats – also known as podiatrists’ most hated shoes – were the footwear of choice for the stylish everywhere.
As someone who doesn’t like open-toe sandals (unfortunate toes) or platforms (laziness), this couldn’t have been better news.
Where dad trainers, chunky boots, sliders and midi heels all dominated in recent years, 2023 undeniably belongs to the humble ballerina: actress Margaret Qualley wore a white pair to her wedding, film star Zoë Kravitz has been pictured in buckled flats from The Row, while fashion designer Alexa Chung has been loyal to Miu Miu’s satin version, posting sunset selfies while on holiday in Italy.
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