There’s nothing better than waking up to a glorious sunny morning. It’s a sure sign of spring but it also means getting dressed is about to be as simple as can be. Why? Because nothing is easier to put together than your favorite dress and a perfect pair of ballet flats. The combination is fit for anything your day has in store, from Saturday errands to just another Tuesday in the office; the right pairing can even feel suitable for a special occasion, say a birthday or friend’s bridal shower.
Vogue’s Favorite Dresses & Ballet Flats:
Ballet flats—be they woven, mesh, or scrunched leather; with a classic round cap or a pointy toe—continue to reign as one of fashion’s biggest footwear trends, and we happen to love it. They’re easy to slip on and incredibly versatile, bringing a polished vibe to any outfit, from jeans to dresses. Just look to Zoë Kravitz for proof. One of our favorite fashion muses, she recently stepped out in a flowy embroidered sundress with her go-to The Row glove flats with a for a casual outing with her beau, Harry Styles.
It’s an effortlessly cool combo that works with any kind of dress, too. A sweet shift is the perfect match for a classic bow-adorned ballet flat, while maxi styles of the shirt- and T-shirt variety are ideal for more modern pairs. A floral midi and mesh ballet flats are the meet-cute waiting to happen. Find these—and more—of our favorite dresses and flats, styled out below, to inspire your next sunny look.
Modern Craft
For the refined minimalists among us, incorporating the crafty texture of a woven flat is as easy as throwing on your favorite shirtdress and fringed pendant.
Isn’t It Romantic?
Your sweetest floral sundress deserves an equally sweet pair of ballet flats; we love a mesh moment here for undone elegance. It’s a look fit for a Jane Austen heroine—tea, anyone?
On Easy Street
For a casual stroll, or weekend walk around the park, keep it simple in scrunchy flats and a breezy T-shirt dress. Top it off with your go-to shoulder bag and sunglasses.
Ladylike Mini
In need of some instant polish? A structured shift dress looks perfectly precious when matched with a pointed-toe flat. We love that this Gucci pair can also be worn as a slide, with the heel pushed down, for an even more effortless look.
