In years gone by, I used to count down the days until sandal season arrived. Eager to embrace the freedom of lightweight, barely-there shoes, the fleeting months each year when sandals reign supreme are my favourite. This year however, a new spring shoe has become the object of my affection, and in my opinion, it's actually far more versatile than the strappy sandals I've loved before.
Of course, I'm talking about the enduring ballet flats trend. Offering the same flat-footed comfort as its sandal sisters, ballet flats pull ahead by adding the polish and finesse to an outfit that strappy sandals can't compete with. With a deep love for the trending shoe style, I've made it my mission to track down some of the best on the market. I've consulted with my colleagues in the Who What Wear UK office and spent many an hour online gathering information. My research led me to Reformation's Bethany Ballet Flats.
At £268 (or £298 for the rhinestone-studded pair) the rounded-toe flats come in nine different styles spanning colour and fabric variations, including a metallic silver colourway (as styled by India Cardona above), a deep merlot pair, black and white mesh styles and stud-embellished pairs. With a design that covers the toes and a thick strap to secure them, these neat slippers are the exact shape that I find most comfortable and wearable.
Whilst I'll be getting my wear out of these during the summer months too, the closed-toe shape allows for comfortable springtime styling that can hold up against the cooler climes and frequent showers that spring so often brings. Hitting all of my markers for a great spring/summer shoe, read on to shop Reformation's Bethany ballet flats.
SHOP REFORMATION'S BETHANY BALLET FLATS:
The simple stud detailing adds interest without diverting from its minimal aesthetic.
A pair of classic black ballet flats is the wardrobe hero you didn't know you needed.
Wear with relaxed trousers or your favourite pair of jeans.
Mesh flats are taking off this season, and this just might be my favourite pair.
Wear with light beige and deep brown shades for an elegant and tonal ensemble.
This warm merlot shade will style well with light greys and peaches.
In my opinion, these are the perfect party flats.
The silver shoe trend isn't showing any signs of slowing down this season.
These dainty flats will look so chic with a white cotton dress.
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