Whether you like them or not, ballet flats are officially back on the fashion scene.
Having emerged in the early 2000s, ballet flats were a wardrobe staple for most in the UK.
But after about ten years off the scene, this year has marked the resurgence of the simple but elegant shoe.
On TikTok, London-based Agata Poplawska claimed to have found the “perfect” pair at a reasonable price at British retailer Marks & Spencer.
He video It has since received more than 190,000 views, leaving social media users “obsessed” with the £35 shoes.
On TikTok, London-based Agata Poplawska claimed to have found the “perfect” pair of ballet flats at a reasonable price at British retailer Marks & Spencer (pictured).
Agata said: “After two hours of shopping, I found the perfect flats.”
The content creator then showed off the wide variety of ballet flats for sale at the retailer’s local branch. The vegan shoes, which cost £35, are available in red, silver and black.
Agata showed off the minimalist pumps in different colors, starting with a metallic silver snake-effect pair.
She later tried on buckled ballet flats in a timeless red hue and a different pair in black.
This easy-to-wear wardrobe staple features a single buckled strap and a sleek square toe. She concluded: ‘Run to M&S, THEY SERVED again.’
Social media users flocked to the comments section to share their thoughts on the season’s must-have item, with one viewer left “obsessed.”
The content creator tried on the square-toe ballet flats in black, which feature a single buckled strap (pictured).
One user wrote: ‘God I’m obsessed, they’re obviously sold in my size online… in the stores I go to!’ A second added: “M&S has been working really hard lately.”
Another user agreed, writing, “I have these too, I’m obsessed.” A fourth added: “M&S is giving me my Alexa Chung moment.”
Another wrote: ‘I have the black ones and they are very comfortable and go with many outfits!!’
It comes after New York Fashion Week showcased a series of ballet flats, Tibi made luxe leather styles, while Milan saw Fendi make flats with gold bracelets around the ankle.
Kate Moss was seen wearing a sleek black pair with a trench coat. Fellow fan Alexa Chung recently paired hers with a striped shirt and blue denim.
If you can already feel your shins hurting, chances are you were around when ballet slippers were last in the spotlight.
An essential part of the 2000s It Girl uniform, Sienna Miller et al catapulted Lanvin ballet flats to cult status, wearing them with skinny jeans and coin belts.
Viewers flocked to the comments section to share their opinions on the dancers and many were impressed.
The designer’s style is relaunched this season with a new micro-wedge sole for added comfort. Yours for £550.
But you don’t need to spend a fortune to buy this style, as the High Street has many covetable styles.
Marks & Spencer’s leather bow ballet flats cost under £40 and come with a padded lining. The two-tone blush colorway is reminiscent of Chanel’s toe-toe style.
Looking for a smart shoe for the office? Take a style note from the Princess of Wales and try a pair of pointed-toe pumps with tailored trousers.
Kate prefers Boden’s pointed suede ballet flats, which are on sale for under £100. She also watched Jigsaw and Cos.
For top fashion points, opt for Mary Jane strap ballet flats. The look set features satin pumps from Miu Miu, but you can head to & Other Stories and Mango for some budget-friendly alternatives.