Apologies, Ballet Flats—Zoe just showcased the flat shoe trend that I truly never anticipated seeing her in.

      At this point, I believe I’ve mastered Zoë Kravitz’s fashion sense. During the summer, the actress prefers micro-mini shorts, boxy tees, tanks, and small dresses, while in autumn, I anticipate her transitioning to fur-trimmed jackets, trench coats, and lots of suede. When it comes to footwear, she has always favored ballet flats, whereas winter generally calls for chunkier boots. So, feeling quite confident in my assumptions, I was taken aback this week when Zoë defied everything I thought I knew about her style rules, going for a walk in shoes I never expected to see her wear. Instead of her usual ballet flats, she chose rubberized, open-toe slide sandals. In a deep black hue, these slip-ons resemble the well-used pairs found at many garden doors, ready to be worn for simple tasks like taking out the trash or casual outdoor activities. Extremely casual and durable, they’re certainly not the type of footwear I would associate with one of fashion’s most stylish figures.

      (Image credit: Backgrid) Yet, by incorporating these controversial flats into her outfit, Zoë aligns herself with a growing number of stylish celebrities who are reviving the ubiquitous plastic slip-on. With long-time style icon Jennifer Lawrence already endorsing these practical shoes, perhaps they’re finally poised for their moment in the fashion spotlight. Therefore, if you’re looking for a genuinely comfortable and surprisingly adaptable slip-on shoe, I have to back Zoë’s choice. If you’re considering trying out this unexpected trend, read on for the slide sandals that have caught my eye below.

      Shop Slides:

      Marks & Spencer

      Leather Flat Mules

      These slide-on shoes are also available in white.

      ASOS DESIGN

      Chunky Sliders

      Grab these while they’re on sale.

      Archies Footwear

      Arch Support Slides

      Archie's slides have been a favorite for a long time.

      The rich camel color makes them easy to integrate into a capsule wardrobe.

      Style these with jeans for a comfortable, everyday look.

      Zara

      Crochet Flat Sandals

      The trend of chocolate brown is still going strong.

      TOAST

      Vibae Open Toe Sandals

      The suede texture gives these an upscale touch.

      Massimo Dutti

      Platform Slide Sandals

      The slight platform adds a little height without sacrificing comfort.

      Free People

      Verona Slide Sandals

      This style is available in nine other colors.