20 Apr 2024, 00:00

This is one of the biggest footwear trends this season

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As Fashion Month draws to a close, we’ve been taking our style inspiration from the shows and attendees. As trends become apparent and we begin thinking about our new season wardrobe, there’s one piece we’ve seen everywhere: the buckled ballet flat.

The OG was, of course, Ganni’s buckle ballerinas. It’s no secret that the Scandi brand hits the nail on the head with its footwear, and this is no exception. Its highly coveted shoe puts an edgy spin on the classic style, with its buckles, square toe and slingback heel. As a result of such high demand, they now come in a variety of colours.

It comes as no surprise that other brands have spotted this sell-out style and have created other iterations of it. In an array of colours, styles and price points, this is one shoe trend you need in your new season wardrobe.

How we chose:

Aesthetic: We combed through cult favourite websites in order to find the best styles of the buckled ballerina flats. We found pieces to hopefully suit a variety of tastes, from trending colourways to a quirky element or something that gives off an unexplainable .

Price: Whether you're planning on splashing out or bagging a bargain, we've got a pair of buckled ballerina flats in your price range. We've selected this season's best, ranging from affordable-luxe brands to designer labels if you're looking to invest.

Brand: Everything on the list is from a trusted, well-known retailer or brand that we at Hello! Fashion love.

Why you should trust me:

I am Hello! Fashion’s Fashion Assistant with seven years of experience within the fashion journalism industry. I have a love for fashion and spotting upcoming trends, coveted pieces and scouring online for irresistible new-in finds.

Sand Snake Printed Chunky Buckle Ballerinas
Ganni
The shoe that started it all and triggered the trend: we love the snakeskin finish.
£295.00 AT GANNI
Flat Shoes with Buckle Detail
Stradivarius
With its bright red hue and slingback heel, this is a firm favourite of ours.
£35.99 AT STRADIVARIUS
Viv' Choc Babies Buckled Leather Ballet Flats
Roger Vivier
More of a classic style and a neutral tone, it will easily slot into your everyday wardrobe.
£725.00 AT NET-A-PORTER
Bethany Ballet Flat
Reformation
The subtle studded detailing around the edge gives a clean finish.
£268.00 AT REFORMATION
Black Crystal-Embellished Buckled Leather Ballet Flats
Alaïa
Nothing says OTT quite like Alaïa’s crystal pair.
£890.00 AT MATCHESFASHION
Claudia Double-strap Leather Flats
Le Monde Beryl
A double strap and western-style hardware really channels the cowboy trend we anticipate to be huge this summer.
£440.00 AT SELFRIDGES
Buckled Ballet Flats
Zara
A simple style that can go with any outfit. They’d look great with wide-leg jeans and a blazer.
£29.99 AT ZARA
White Ribbon Strap Buckled Patent-Leather Ballet Flats
Miu Miu
The master of the ballet flat: we love the girly ribbon addition.
£580.00 AT MATCHESFASHION
Mesh Ballet Flats
& Other Stories
A simple style that can go with any outfit. They’d look great with wide-leg jeans and a blazer.
£110.00 AT & OTHER STORIES
Grand Ave Sandals
Steve Madden
We don’t see the metallic trend going anywhere any time soon.
£120.00 AT STEVE MADDEN
Studded Ballerinas
Mango
The all-over studded style are a must-have for us.
£49.99 AT MANGO
Ballet Flats with Studs and Buckle Detail
Pull & Bear
A pointed shoe gives more of a luxe feel - the price point of these are a steal.
£35.99 AT PULL & BEAR