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If you were to ask Sofia Richie Grainge, Jennifer Lawrence, the Olsen twins, or any stylish Vogue editor in the office if they own a mesh flat or “naked shoe”—they’ll probably spout off a variety of styles they love and new ones they’re coveting. The mesh ballet flat first took flight in early 2024, but it was The Row that initially pushed them into the spotlight in 2019. Now, sisters of the mesh flat have materialized—and the unlikely see-through styles, from crochet knit to embellished flats, have become wardrobe heroes for warm-weather dressing.
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However, Alaïa and The Row are no longer the only brands offering these gauzy, open-knit, and studded footwear favorites. There are new mesh styles on the high street and beyond, with options ranging from gingham ballerinas at Staud to sock-like barely-there crochet slippers from Toteme. For added texture (and a hint of everyday preciousness), look at the crochet flats on the market now. There are also floral appliques at Proenza Schouler, woven and high-end mesh horsebit flats from Gucci. For the evenings, Christopher Esber’s cage-like silhouette would look alluring complemented by fringe skirts or organza tops.
There’s no shortage of options available, whether you’re on the hunt for studded flats, or a revamped version of the beloved mesh ballerina, and you can find them all below. Ahead, embellished, crocheted, netted, and mesh ballet flats to indulge in.
Mesh Flats
Pared-back mesh flats are still the star of the show, embodying a sense of lived-in minimalism. For a color burst, look to Staud, Dear Frances, and Le Monde Beryl—these vibrant summer hues are anything but dreary.
Crochet Flats
Remember the trending au natural footwear of early 2024? Well, there are more styles available that are a visual ode to more temperate, balmy days. Wear a crochet flat, like Prada’s or Toteme’s, with transitional essentials, like trench coats and baggy denim.
Netted Flats
Part fisherman aesthetic, part prep, the best flats of the moment have a netted nakedness to them. Dip your toe in with a more classic style from Reppeto, or go big bait with a standout style from Christopher Esber or Alaia.
Embellished Flats
The embellished ballerina flat is nothing new—if anything, the styles ahead are more amplified versions of those favorites we’ve come to know and love. You know the ones; often studded, metallic, and beaded. There’s an eyelet-adorned leather from Loeffler Randall, and a crystal-covered flat from Bottega Veneta, to start.
