Crafted from buttery nappa leather, this refined silhouette has been created with a split rubber sole and supple seams that allow you to fold the pair for effortless packing. Berlin tells Woman’s Day, “Pairing ballet flats with a straight or wider leg jean and an oversized, unstructured blazer is a chic look with versatility and endurance.” Brown adds that, “for very feminine looks,” you can also pair your ballet flats with skirts and dresses. Tory Burchs Minnie Travel leather ballet flats are the perfect marriage between laid-back luxe and polished glamour.

Once you’ve found a supportive and flattering pair, next comes the fun part: styling your ballet flats. Berlin agrees that, “Not every flat is for every foot, so when shopping for flats, make sure you try on different styles for optimal comfort.”

Especially for flats you’ll be standing in or walking in all day, Brown recommends opting for soft leather “to avoid blistering in the back of the heel,” as well as soles that offer substantial support. When shopping for ballet flats, Brown and Berlin both recommend paying attention to factors that will affect the comfort level of the shoes. To help guide your shopping, Woman’s Day spoke with two professional stylists to get insight into the best ballet flats on the market: Samantha Brown is a personal and celebrity stylist based in New York City, and Allison Berlin is the Founder and Chief Stylist of Style Made Simple. Especially since these classic shoes are very on trend at the moment, it's a perfect time to invest in your first (or second, or third) pair given all the stylish options available. Whether you’re looking to channel your inner Aubrey Hepburn or get on board the recent balletcore aesthetic, ballet flats are a must-have wardrobe staple.

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