Black flats aren’t just a wardrobe essential, they also happen to be a trending footwear pick these days. A mainstay on and off the runway, celebrities can’t seem to get enough of these simple shoes in their everyday lives, pairing them with everything from off-duty ensembles, such as effortless T-shirts and jeans, to dressier combinations with a little more polish. Incorporating black flats into your own wardrobe just makes sense, given the comfort factor and ease of styling, but they’re also a clever transitional footwear choice.
Whether you favor Kaia Gerber and Sarah Pidgeon’s penchant for simple ballerinas trimmed with delicate ribbons, are drawn to the high-vamp glove flats adored by Kendall Jenner and Sienna Miller, or prefer the thin-strapped Mary Janes from The Row that Margot Robbie is often spotted in, you’ll find classic black flat options within this list of favorites—all Vogue-approved.
From Zoë Kravitz’s heeled ballet flats in rich noir to Katie Holmes’s buckled style, discover the many reasons why these black flat styles remain permanent fixtures in the offerings of designer collections. What’s more, think of these black flats outfits inspired by celebs as your masterclass in transitional dressing. Each one is sure to spark inspiration within your own wardrobe, as you start putting together fall outfits on the daily.
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More often than not, Vogue September cover star Kaia Gerber can be seen in Repetto ballerina flats—she even has a collaboration with the brand. Whether she’s ambling around the streets of Manhattan or headed to a dinner date in Los Angeles, the supermodel proves a classic khaki trench coat and little black dress come alive with the addition of a trusted pair of black flats.
Off-Duty Essentials
Kendall Jenner often centers her off-duty ensembles around black flats. While running errands in Los Angeles recently she wore her glove version with a transitional all-white look, consisting of familiar favorites—a white T-shirt and poplin pants, with a contrasting black sweater tied around the waist. Recreate the look with a hefty tote bag—sadly, her incredibly cute wire-haired dachshund, Finn, isn’t included.
Basics with a Twist
Zoë Kravitz is a regular on our style mood board—and she also happens to be a big advocate for wearing black flats in her everyday wardrobe. As seen here, you don’t have to stray too far from the essentials—a classic camisole and relaxed trousers are really all you need. Alongside your heeled ballet flats, add a large woven bag, oversized shield sunnies, and a printed pashmina to break up the black for a chic travel look for wherever you’re heading, whether that be the airport or the streets of a new city.
The New Boho Sienna Miller demonstrates how
The New Boho
Sienna Miller demonstrates how to ease into fall dressing with the help of patent leather black flats. The actress paired her high-vamp pair with a silky button-down shirt and cropped flare jeans for modern boho flair. Retro-inspired a bag are the accents that give this effortless look a distinctly free-spirited feel
Très Chic
Margot Robbie is a fan of The Row’s strappy ballet flats, and so are we. The actress wore hers with a butter yellow lace-trimmed camisole and skirt set from Dôen in Paris earlier this summer. The resulting look is one that requires little effort; the matching separates do the styling for you. Wrap a cashmere knit around your waist or shoulders for transitional weather, and keep the rest of your outfit minimal with all-black accessories, including a shoulder bag and cat-eye frames.
Weekend-Ready
Katie Holmes knows how to work a good flat shoe. Being a New Yorker, we can imagine her average daily step count tracker to be in the 10K+ range, so take a bit of inspiration from the way she wears her buckled Mary Jane pair with a striped button-down shirt and straight-leg jeans. A roomy tote bag in a vibrant orange hue adds a playful update to this effortless look, perfect for a weekend in the city or a quick escape, proving a signature wardrobe can be endlessly adaptable.
CBK-Coded Follow Sarah Pidgeon’s lead, channeling the minimalist
CBK-Coded
Follow Sarah Pidgeon’s lead, channeling the minimalist approach of her Love Story character Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy by wearing your black ballet flats with a simple white tank top and low-slung bootcut denim. Accessorized with Balenciaga’s City bag and understated silver earrings, the actress makes a case for a less-is-more dressing philosophy. As the weather cools, simply toss on a leather jacket to complete the downtown-approved look.
Easy Elegance
Hailey Bieber loves a black monochrome look, gravitating towards the shade for everything from date night fits to everyday ensembles. Here she wears a sleeveless knit turtleneck and trouser pants for a night out, adding in a square-toe black flat for polished comfort. A ’90s-inspired shopper and minimal hoops are the perfect finishing touches that keep this feeling sleek and modern.
Source: www.vogue.com
