7 Comfortable Ballet Flats

By Allison Chesky
Updated August 29, 2014
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This undeniable fashion classic offers practically year-round wearability—and a stylish break from heels.
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Zara Metallic Leather Ballerina

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A subtle gold sheen makes these rubber-soled leather slippers a sassy alternative to basic nude shoes. Also available in navy.

To buy: Unfortunately, this item is no longer available. A similar product can be found here.

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Sperry Top-Sider Luna Flat

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Feminine and playful, lacy leather “eyelet” in an inky blue pairs nicely with dresses for daytime and jeans on the weekend. With padded foot beds and rubber outsoles, this shoe is as smart as it is pretty. Available in five other colors.

To buy: $80, amazon.com.

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J. Crew Kiki Ballet Flats

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Rich eggplant leather is a fresh change from more standard black and browns, while a stacked wooden heel adds an element of chic—and a bit of lift. Available in four other colors and in sizes up to 12.

To buy: $150, jcrew.com.

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Pretty Ballerinas Lena Wild Leopard Printed Poni

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About as sophisticated as a flat can get, this calf-hair shoe works just as easily for evening as it does for daytime. Pointed toes refine the look, and the leopard print is surprisingly neutral.

To buy: $259, prettyballerinas.com.

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Ann Taylor Laddy Quilted Leather Cap Toe Flats

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Swellegant leather quilting, a patent cap toe, and a camel-and-black combination make this shoe an exemplar of ladylike style. Pair it with masculine trousers to add a feminine vibe. Available in three other colors.

To buy: $88, anntaylor.com.

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Steven Kamelia

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Call this ballet flat 2.0: A sleek ankle strap modernizes the staple, and a suede in a gentle neutral make it highly compatible with a spectrum of colors, including of-the-moment pastels. Available in four other colors.

To buy: Unfortunately, this item is no longer available. A similar product can be found here.

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Loft Flynn Exotic Embossed Ballet Flats

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Add polish to casual styles with this snakeskin-embossed slip-on. Though the shoe is incredibly lightweight, it has a padded foot bed (and elasticized edges) for comfort.

To buy: Unfortunately, this item is no longer available. A similiar product can be found here.

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