I Didn’t Think Tights and Ballet Flats Would Work—Trust Kate Moss to Make the Pairing Look French, Not Flat
Kate Moss just wore the chicest French-girl tights and flat shoe pairing—I’ll be copying her look all autumn.
Early autumn is perhaps my favourite time of year, not least of all because it affords me the opportunity to embrace my long-time favourite accessory: tights. And, stocking me up on styling inspiration, I can see that Kate Moss is as pleased as I am, stepping out amid the maelstrom of New York Fashion Week events in a semi-sheer pair styled with an LBD. Where I typically pair my 15-deniers with knee-high boots or at least a pointed-toe heel, Kate sidestepped both, instead stepping into a pair of flat, French-looking shoes I would have assumed wouldn't work. Trust Kate to prove me wrong.
Selecting a pair of black ballet flats, Kate crafted a look that would have been just as at home on the streets of Paris. Practical enough for trotting up the city, the simple flats lent her outfit an elegant foundation, which she accessorised into a totally sophisticated look.
With their totally flat silhouette, I'd always assumed that a ballet flat-and-tights pairing would cut the leg off, shortening the frame, but I must admit that Kate's look does anything but. Perhaps it's the tonal black shades of the tights and shoes, which create one sleek, fluid line that then flows seamlessly into her LBD for a cohesive, elongated look.
Wrapped up in a cream jacket and topped with a pair of oversized sunglasses, Kate kept her styling uncomplicated and chic. At last confirming that my tights can look just as chic with a minidress and ballet flats as they do with any heeled boot, I'm ready to take this styling inspiration to the ground. If you're feeling similarly inspired, I think I've just found my new favourite early-autumn pairing.
Shop Tights and Ballet Flats:
Style these with tights and a mini or dress them down with jeans.
Whilst I love these in black, they also come in black and red.
These also come in 14 other shades!
The crinkled composition gives these such an elevated edge.
The small block heels adds a little height without sacrificing comfort.
15 denier tights are an autumn non-negotiable.
The simple, clean flats are perfect for daily styling.
Aeyde's ballet flats have long been a fashion person's favourites.
These come in six different sizes, so you can find your perfect fit.
