I Wasn't Sold on Capri Pants, But This Shoe Trend Makes Them Look So Chic
It's true: ballet flats bring out the most in capri pants. Read on to discover the chic summer pairing that fashion people will come back to throughout the season.


I can't escape it any more; I'm falling for the capri-pants trend. I managed to resist them for all of last summer, assured they'd be a flash-in-the-pan kind of trend, but recently, I've spotted some excellently styled capri-pant outfits that have made me change my mind. Having once cast them aside, I was trying to figure out exactly what makes them look so chic this time around, and then I realised it: all of the chicest capri-pant outfits I'm seeing share a specific shoe in common. Not heels, not trainers, but I think it's ballet flats that make the trouser trend look the chicest.
Comfortable and considered, ballet flats have become one of the most significant shoe trends of recent seasons. Wearing well with capri pants, this simple formula is sufficiently lightweight to contend with the summer heat, but still polished and playful enough to see you through the summer months in style. Whilst heels might feel too dressy, and low-profile trainers too casual, this in-between shoe trend offers the poise and comfort of both. Anchoring the cropped trousers with a flat shoe, this pretty pairing plays into the inherently retro charm of capri pants without feeling overdone or costumey.
Read on to discover our edit of the best capri pants and ballet flats to wear together.
SHOP CAPRI PANTS AND BALLET FLATS:
Le Monde Beryl is the fashion person's choice for flats.
Style these with a graphic tee for a retro-inspired take.
These burgundy flats offer an easy way to work a subtle wash of colour into your wardrobe.

Natalie Munro is Who What Wear UK’s news writer and has worked in the fashion industry since she graduated with a degree in Journalism from the University of the Arts London. Natalie’s experience in the industry spans journalistic and styling roles that have seen her work for publications including British Vogue, Conde Nast Traveller, Vogue Ukraine, AnOther Magazine and Elle UK.
With an interest in uncovering the latest fashion trends, Natalie takes a leading role in identifying news for Who What Wear UK. Reporting on a daily basis, Natalie focuses on trends on and off the runway, as well as street style and celebrity fashion. Natalie also creates content for Who What Wear’s social channels including TikTok and Instagram on a weekly basis.
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