8 Chic Outfits That French It Girls Are Sporting with Ballet Flats Instead of Heels or Sandals
Anyone who believes that French women wearing ballet flats is a cliché clearly hasn't checked my Instagram feed. Fashionable French women prefer ballet flats over heels, sandals, loafers, and sneakers… you name it. Compared to other styles of flat shoes, ballet flats have a more refined look, making them the top choice for Parisians who want to appear elegant while opting for flat footwear. The outfits showcased below would certainly look lovely with sandals or heels, but when styled with ballet flats, the elegance is undeniably elevated. Ballet flats are timeless and understated, never overwhelming an outfit but always enhancing it. They pair well with everything and can either dress an outfit up or down. The eight examples below will surely be useful if you're looking for chic, effortless summer outfit ideas to wrap up the season that embody a distinctly Parisian style. Continue reading to shop for the essential pieces needed to recreate these elegant looks approved by French girls to wear with ballet flats.
**White Jeans Outfit**
Button-Down + White Jeans + Animal-Print Ballet Flats
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Reformation
Alfie Relaxed Shirt
ANINE BING
Ana Flats Calf Hair Zebra Flats
**Cardigan Outfit**
Cardigan + Lace-Trimmed Miniskirt + Ballet Flats
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Bobi
Classic Slim Cardigan
Reformation
Carolina Lace Trim Silk Miniskirt
Reformation
Brie Ballet Flats
**Slip Skirt Outfit**
Tank Top + Slip Skirt + Ballet Flats
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MANGO
Checked Asymmetric Skirt
Madewell
Mylie Mesh Ballet Flats
**Midi Skirt Outfit**
White Tee + Snakeskin-Print Midi Skirt + Ballet Flats
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Nordstrom
Pima Cotton Blend Crewneck T-Shirt
Bella Venice
The Lawson Skirt
Nordstrom
Maddox Ballet Flats
**Capri Pant Outfit**
White Tank + Black Capri Pants + Raffia Ballet Flats
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COS
Ribbed-Cotton Round-Neck Tank Top
Nordstrom
Ponte Knit Capri Pants
MANGO
Braided Ballet Flats
**Basque Waist Dress Outfit**
Basque-Waist Dress + Ballet Flats
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Helsa
Stretch Cotton Sateen Midi Dress
**Pretty White Top Outfit**
Pretty White Top + Jeans + Ballet Flats
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AGOLDE
Harper Relaxed Straight Leg Jeans
Sam Edelman
Alie Ballet Flats
**Long White Skirt Outfit**
Black Long-Sleeve Top + Long White Skirt + Ballet Flats
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Leset
Nando Slim Fit Long Sleeve Tee
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8 Chic Outfits That French It Girls Are Sporting with Ballet Flats Instead of Heels or Sandals
Including slip skirts, capris, jeans, and additional styles.
