Not White Sneakers: The Other Anti-Trend Shoes Fashion People Are Wearing With Straight-Leg Jeans

Even as a fashion editor with more than five years of industry experience, I often need to remind myself that creating a chic outfit does not have to be complicated. More often than not, the coolest looks rely entirely on a combination of well-fitting, expensive-looking wardrobe basics. A street style moment that perfectly illustrated this idea occurred recently when Dakota Johnson stepped out.

While spending time in L.A. this week, Johnson showcased an ensemble that was simple yet highly polished. She styled a white tank top from Leset with straight-leg, slightly cropped Levi's jeans. To personalize her look, she introduced cat-eye Krewe sunglasses, a vintage top-handle bag, and a Toteme pendant necklace. For her footwear, she selected black high-vamp ballerina flats, which grounded the entire look and gave it a casually sophisticated finish.

On Dakota Johnson: Leset Nando Square Tank ($88); Krewe Irene Sunglasses ($295); Toteme Large Onyx Drop Necklace ($650); Levi's jeans

High-vamp ballet flats have been popular among the style set for many months now, and they are being worn even more frequently than traditional ballet flats. As a result, we at Who What Wear view them not as a fleeting shoe trend but rather as a new classic style.

If you're looking for an easy alternative to white sneakers or traditional ballerinas, high-vamp ballet flats are one of the smartest investments you can make right now. You can wear them this summer with jeans and a tank top, then take them into the fall with trousers and a lightweight sweater. Read on to shop my edit of the best pairs.

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