Ballet flats resurgence: Vogue's summer styling guide
Ballet flats, originally created for ballet in the 16th century and popularized by Rose Repetto for her son Roland Petit, are experiencing a resurgence credited to Alaïa designer Pieter Mulier's 2022 studded Mary Janes. Vogue's summer styling guide showcases seven outfits pairing flats with pieces like relaxed trousers, printed sarongs, minimalist minis, statement midis, boxer shorts, summer whites, and relaxed maxis. Featured brands include Chloé, Celine, Dries Van Noten, Loewe, Repetto, and Le Monde Beryl.
Key facts
- Ballet flats originated in the 16th century for ballet dancers.
- Rose Repetto designed ballet flats for her son, dancer Roland Petit.
- Pieter Mulier's 2022 studded Mary Janes for Alaïa sparked the current trend.
- Vogue's guide includes seven outfit ideas for summer 2025.
- Chloé studded flats are paired with relaxed trousers.
- Celine poppy red Mary Janes are styled with a Dries Van Noten pareo.
- Le Monde Beryl crystal-embellished mesh flats are featured.
- Loewe brown espadrille ballet flats are part of an all-white look.
Entities
Artists
- Rose Repetto
- Roland Petit
- Pieter Mulier
Institutions
- Alaïa
- Chloé
- Celine
- Dries Van Noten
- Loewe
- Repetto
- Le Monde Beryl
- Vogue