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SS26 FOOTWEAR EDIT

OFF-DUTY

Once reserved almost exclusively for the beach, flip-flops and minimal sandals have stepped firmly into everyday dressing. This season, designers reinterpret them through slimmer silhouettes, subtle heels and refined leather finishes, giving these relaxed staples a more elevated, city-ready feel. From sleek thong sandals to delicate platforms and kitten heels, the mood remains effortless and understated.

What makes them work is their simplicity. Styled with relaxed tailoring, lightweight denim or flowing summer layers, they bring an easy sense of balance to everyday looks. No longer just a vacation essential, they now function as a natural extension of the modern warm-weather wardrobe. Balenciaga focuses on clean, minimal shapes through elevated platform flip-flops, Givenchy introduces more statement detailing, while Chloé leans into soft transparency and an effortless holiday spirit.

Complete the summer look

GROUNDED IN STYLE

Comfort continues to define the season, and nothing feels more relevant to everyday dressing than the perfect flat shoe. Ballet flats return with a sharper, more contemporary attitude through elongated toes, soft constructions and silhouettes designed to move effortlessly through the day. It’s a shift away from rigid elegance toward something lighter, easier and far more intuitive.

Transparent mesh styles from Jacquemus and Alaïa, satin finish and the supple leather of Toteme give classic ballet flats a distinctly modern feel. Styled with tailoring, fluid dresses or wide-leg trousers, they bring balance and softness to a look while maintaining an understated fashion sensibility.

Find your perfect ballet flats

SLIP-ON ELEGANCE

Mules return in almost every possible interpretation. From backless loafers to softer low-heeled silhouettes and more sculptural wedge designs. Classic forms remain the reference point, but designers are increasingly shifting them toward everyday ease, responding to how women actually want to dress now. Their strength lies in how effortlessly they work within a look. A simple outfit is enough for slip-on styles to add a more refined, considered finish while keeping the overall feel light and relaxed.

Bottega Veneta explores sculptural mules that feel visually light, while Jil Sander focuses on pure proportions and subtle construction details. Balenciaga, meanwhile, leans into a more classic reading of elegance designed for both everyday and elevated occasions.

Simplicity is a statement

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