Blending fashion and function, these practical ballerinas and Mary Janes make a statement …

Patent leather always feels polished, particularly when the shade is an of-the-moment oxblood tone. Burgundy Méline Mary Jane patent ballet flats, €165; www.sezane.com.

A pair of ballet flats that have had the faux fur treatment are a statement buy for SS25. Brown cowhide flats, €129, at Massimo Dutti.

Add some zhuzh to the most neutral of outfits with a pair of metallic flats – perfect for daywear and beyond. Metallic Mary Jane leather flats, €169; www.arket.com.

The trend for mesh ballerinas is still going strong for spring. A zinging red tone makes them feel less like a basic, more like a distinctive wardrobe staple. Red Landon mesh ballet flats, Loeffler Randall, €240; www.net-a-porter.com.

A cult buy for the season ahead, Prada’s triangular logo leather ballet flats are on many a wishlist for SS25. Black nappa leather ballet flats, Prada, €850, at Brown Thomas.
Main image credit: Black horsebit-detail leather ballet flats, Gucci, €895; www.netaporter.com.
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