From top brands like Adidas, Madewell, and Vivaia
Editor-Approved Flats
- Comfort of a Sneaker, Cuteness of a Flat: Adidas Barreda Mary Jane Flats, $70
- Jelly Shoe Trend: Ankis Mary Jane Mesh Ballet Flats, $30 (orig. $40)
- 12,000 Steps-Ready: Vivaia Carol Square Toe Jogger Sneakerina, $159
- Compliment Magnet: Cushionaire Missy Mary Jane Ballet Flats, $50 (orig. $70)
- No Blisters Here: Madewell Mylie Mesh Ballet Flats, $128
- Cushioned Insole: Vivaia Nelly Mary Jane Mesh Flats, $139
- Petite Shopper-Approved: Jackshibo Ribbon Lace-Up Fashion Sneakers, $36 (orig. $40)
- Wide Foot-Friendly: Madewell The Greta Ballet Flats, $98
Whenever I find myself in a fashion slump that even hours of online perusing can’t fix, I turn to my fellow shopping writers and editors to churn up inspiration.
Lately I’ve been on the hunt for transitional footwear that I won’t have to tuck away at the end of summer. Just as I expected, my team had plenty of recommendations. Spoiler: We’re eyeing lots of mesh ballet flats and adorable sneakerinas. Shop 8 editor-approved recommendations for trendy flats at Amazon. Prices start at $30.
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Adidas Barreda Mary Jane Flats
$70 at Amazon
“As I creep towards my 30th birthday, I’ve become increasingly aware of how important comfortable footwear is. But that doesn’t mean I’m willing to sacrifice aesthetics. This style from Adidas caught my eye because they’re structured like a sneaker yet still delicate like a flat. Plus, I love the crossover straps and sporty stripes on the side.” — Izzy Baskette, shopping writer
Ankis Mary Jane Mesh Ballet Flats
$40 $30 at Amazon
“TBD if I’m cool enough to pull these off, but I’ve seen these ‘jelly’ mesh flats everywhere recently. They’re obviously breathable given the hole-centric design, but they still look upscale. I sometimes question comfort with ballet flats, but one shopper described these as ‘walking on clouds,’ so consider me convinced.” — Madison Yauger, senior shopping editor
Vivaia Carol Square Toe Jogger Sneakerina
$159 at Amazon
“As far as I’m concerned this is the perfect version of the ‘sneakerina.’ I’ve worn them without socks on days where I’ve walked 12,000 steps — they’re that comfortable! They pair effortlessly with maxi skirts, slip dresses, jeans, and denim shorts. I’m basically talking myself out of wearing them every day at this point.” — Kate Geraghty, vice president of commerce home group
Cushionaire Missy Mary Jane Ballet Flats
$70 $50 at Amazon
“My Flabelus Mary Janes were easily my most-worn (and complimented!) shoes last fall and winter, so when I spotted a similar style from Cushionaire it was easy to justify adding them to my cart in the name of adding a new color to my collection. They go with just about everything, from maxi dresses to denim, and are easy to pack in my carry-on for travel. I only buy comfortable shoes, so I was pleased to read that according to one shopper, their feet didn’t ‘hurt at all’ after eight hours of standing and a dance class.” — Maggie Horton, shopping writer
Madewell Mylie Mesh Ballet Flats
$128 at Amazon
“I own a pair of red-and-white floral mesh ballet flats from Madewell, and they’re so comfy that I think I need them in every color. My expectations were that they’d be cute but not walkable — that couldn’t be further from the truth. I was out in them until 2 a.m. and didn’t wake up with so much as a blister. As we inch closer to fall, I’m dying to add a black pair to my collection to go with my moodier wardrobe.” — Tatjana Freund, senior shopping editor
Vivaia Nelly Mary Jane Mesh Flats
$139 at Amazon
“These have been my go-to shoes all summer. They’re what I reach for when I’m overdue for a pedicure but still want my feet to stay cool and comfortable. I wear them with dresses, linen pants, and midi skirts, and the adjustable strap and cushioning make them easy to wear all day.” — Jeaneen Russell, shopping writer
Jackshibo Ribbon Lace-Up Fashion Sneakers
$40 $36 at Amazon
“I’ll admit it: The only flats in my closet are sneakers. That’s exactly why I’ve been intrigued by the sneakerina trend. It combines the look of a ballet flat with sporty sneaker details, and I’ve been thinking about adding this pair to my cart for a while now. They’d be a fun addition to my sneaker collection for days when I want my outfit to feel a little more polished. I can already picture myself wearing them with my favorite sundress, tailored trousers, or a skirt.” — Toni Sutton, shopping writer
Madewell The Greta Ballet Flats
$98 at Amazon
“I’ve been wearing these exact Madewell flats on repeat this summer and have been itching to grab another style from the brand. I have wide feet, but the soft leather material stretches and molds to my feet, which keeps my bunions unbothered and feels like I’m wearing an elegant pair of socks. I love this pair for its sleek style that’s casual enough to wear with jeans, maxi skirts, and dresses.” — Rylee Johnston, shopping writer
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