Forget Mesh Ballet Flats—In Saint-Tropez, Trendy Girls Are Opting for Dresses Featuring This Fresh Alternative.

      Mesh ballet flats are definitely out of style. Who says so, you might wonder? Fashionable vacationers in Saint-Tropez this summer. Laura Harrier, in particular, demonstrated this by trading her ballet flats for a more sophisticated option: mesh mules. While in the French Riviera last week, Harrier was spotted with her boyfriend sporting a chic summer outfit that included a white halter mini dress with a fringed hem and black mesh mules. She completed the look with black retro sunglasses and a black mesh tote.

      On Laura Harrier: Alaïa shoes. Although flat mules aren’t a new design, recent trends have favored styles in mesh, leather, and suede. Their backless style makes them easy to wear while exuding an effortlessly stylish vibe, which likely influenced Harrier's choice. But she’s not the only one sporting them. Other fashionable women are opting for them too: Hailey Bieber sported a patent leather pair for meetings in L.A., while Gisele Bündchen chose boat mules—a backless take on the boat-shoe trend—for her trip to the airport. In short, if flat mesh mules appeal to you, keep reading to explore a variety of elegant options. The best part is that they’re versatile enough to be worn now with dresses and skirts, and later in the fall with jeans and trousers.

      Shop Mesh Mules:

      **Anthropologie**

      Maeve Mesh Mules

      These closely resemble Harrier's Alaïa flats.

      **Chocolate brown flats** always exude a high-end look.

      **ALAÏA**

      Open-Knit Fishnet Flat Mules

      **Loeffler Randall**

      Roni Red Netted Slides

      If you want to add some color to your wardrobe, start with these flats.

      This style is also available in black, red, and white.

      **Ancient Greek Sandals**

      The Slipper

      I wish I had purchased these for my summer trip to Spain.

      **Nine West**

      Daniela Flat Mesh Mules

      This price can't be beaten.

      Lastly, this is my top pick available right now.