Katie Holmes Recently Sported a £79 Version of the Shoe Trend That French Women Embrace Every Spring.

      I'm not sure about you, but as winter comes to an end, I'm eager to explore the biggest shoe trends for spring 2025 to help transition into the new season. Why? Because I feel that shoes are the ideal way to revitalize your appearance. I’ve been on the lookout for some new styling ideas to help me adapt to the warmer weather, and today, I received just the inspiration I needed—an exciting and stylish shoe trend that I couldn’t resist saving for spring.

      Katie Holmes stepped out in a cozy knit sweater, black straight-leg jeans, and brown ballet flats, starting off with a simple look. Chic? Absolutely. Ground-breaking? Not really. However, upon closer examination, I noticed she was actually sporting a rather niche shoe trend that I had previously only seen on French women. Simple yet striking, Holmes's elegant woven ballet flats left a strong impression on me.

      Opting for a chocolate-brown pair of Dune Ballet Flats (£79), Holmes chose a woven design with a tight weave—perfect for these chilly early spring days—adding texture to her outfit while hinting at a beloved summer motif. Woven items are a recurring theme throughout spring and summer; they truly shine as we shed heavier layers and rely on elevated staples to enhance our looks.

      While woven bags and belts are crucial wardrobe staples, the woven shoe trend has taken a bit longer to gain popularity—unless you happen to live in France, where the trend has been embraced for years. As a fresh alternative to the usual leather ballerinas and Mary Janes worn by the French fashion crowd, woven shoes present a warm-weather style that has long been favored by them.

      If there’s anything that will make a trend catch on, it’s the combined influence of Katie Holmes and the French fashion set. To shop the shoes that receive approval from both, check out my selection of chic woven footwear.

      **SHOP WOVEN SHOES:**

      Dune

      Woven Leather Bow Detail Ballet Pumps

      The pair Katie Holmes owns and adores.

      H&M

      Braided Leather Ballet Pumps

      Act fast! These are close to selling out.

      Staud

      Alba Leather-Trimmed Crocheted Ballet Flats

      The pale cream color makes these easy to integrate into a capsule wardrobe.

      H&M

      Leather Mary Jane Ballet Pumps

      Rich burgundy pairs beautifully with the light pinks and creams trending this spring.

      Zara

      Braided Ballerina Flats

      These look far more expensive than their actual price.

      Gold heels are poised to rise in popularity this spring/summer.

      Anonymous Copenhagen

      Dilaya 55 Hand-Braided Leather Gold

      The thick block heel provides some extra height while maintaining comfort.

      Anthropologie

      Pilcro Woven Flats

      These are also available in a fresh green shade.

      Style them with jeans or pair them with a flowing white skirt.

      Loeffler Randall

      Leonie Grosgrain-Trimmed Raffia Mary Jane Ballet Flats

      I’m planning to wear these as we head into the summer.

      The large open weave makes them ideal for summer styling.

      M&S Collection

      Woven Ballet Pumps

      These also come in red and silver.

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