Look Summer Chic in Flats!

Following the ’60s- ’70s trend, wedges, platforms and clogs are this summer’s hottest trend. Realistically though, with all the expeditions we engage in this season, those lofty pairs could cause quite the strain.

Brigitte Bardot in trademark crimson flats at the 1956 Cannes Film Festival

Enter the Repetto flat. Created by Madame Rose Repetto in 1947 at the request of her son Roland Petit, a dancer and choreographer. Her flats went on to become an empire all on its own. Famous dancers like Baryshnikov used her flats but gained more popularity on the feet of Brigitte Bardot when she had a pair of crimson slippers made for the film, And God Created Woman. It became her trademark look and now we associate ballet flats with sophisticated French chic.

Brigitte Bardot is stylish in flats

This summer, take a break from the killer heels and platforms in these pretty retro flats. They’re not quite Repetto but they are just as lovely. Shop in them or stroll around the park. You’ll be comfortable as well as fashionable. Now that’s très chic!

Suede Elastic Top Line Flats, $55.00, Yosi Samra

It’s lipstick red suede! Reminiscent of Bardot’s flats, these suede beauties will go well with any outfit. Number one on this list, definitely.

Lillian Patent Ballet Flats, $195.00, Vera Wang Lavender Label

We love this latte-colored flats from Vera Wang’s Lavender Label because the light color suits the summer and is very dainty.

Flower Ballet Espadrilles, $150.00, Tory Burch

It’s a mix of ballet and the regatta. The metal flower at the vamp is a nice and feminine touch.

Dahlia Sequin Ballet Flat, $136.50, Alice + Olivia

For evening strolls and casual romantic dates. This flat comes in silver and black but we think the gold is the best one.

Odin Haircalf Pointed Toe Flats, $225.00, KORS by Michael Kors

How could you not put animal print in? Haircalf print is both stylish and unexpected.

All featured flats are available on Shopbop.