Mesh flats are everywhere—here are the most popular ones to buy

If you were to ask Sofia Richie Grainge, Jennifer Lawrence, the Olsen twins, or any stylish Vogue editor in the office if they own mesh flats or a “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.

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, with options ranging from cobalt blue mules at Cos to sock-like barely-there flats from Khaite. For added texture (and a hint of everyday preciousness), look at the crochet flats on the market now. There are floral appliques at Magda Butrym, woven cotton trimmings from Hvoya, and high-end crocheted ballerina flats from Miu Miu. For the evenings, Christopher Esber’s cage-like silhouette would look alluring complemented by fringe skirts or organza tops. And, Jil Sander’s cutout leather ballet flats will add a welcome pop of red to any minimalist ensemble.

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

Leading the charge of pared-back mesh flats is, of course, The Row. Their sock flats embody the label’s signature sense of lived-in minimalism. For a color burst, look to Proenza Schouler, Dear Frances, and Cos—these pleasant spring hues will break up the dreariness of the current season.

Luna mesh ballerina flats

Bergdorf Goodman

₹ 50,500.00

Mary Jane mesh ballet flats

Saks Fifth Avenue

₹52,500.00

double-strap mesh ballerina flats

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 Mango’s or Larroude’s, with transitional essentials, like trench coats and baggy denim.

floral-appliqué crochet ballet flats

Chaotic cotton ballet flats

Moda Operandi

₹ 37,000.00

metallic crocheted ballet flats

net-a-porter

₹ 1,40,000.00

Verona macrame ballet flat

crochet bicolor ballerina flats

Bergdorf Goodman

₹ 1,29,000.00

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 Reformation, or go big bait with a standout style from Christopher Esber or Bottega Veneta.

stretch ballerina flat

Bottega Veneta

₹ 1,25,000.00

mesh ballet flats

net-a-porter

₹ 59,000.00

cutout knotted leather ballet flats

net-a-porter

₹ 1,59,000.00

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 suede from Toteme, and a crystal-covered flat from Khaite, to start.

crystal stud mary jane ballerina flats

Neiman Marcus

₹ 1,29,000.00

lace-up eyelet suede ballet flats

net-a-porter

₹ 66,000.00

studded suede ballet flats

This story first appeared on Vogue.com

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