Ballet flats are an all-time classic, there's no denying it! This comfortable piece of footwear has survived fashion trends to fit on women's feet whenever they want to stay comfortable but still want a touch of class. There are many ways of wearing ballet shoes, but at OneHowTo we'd like to give you some tips and advice on how to wear ballet flats so you look as gorgeous as possible.
Ballet flats are a great option for those women who are shorter in height and don't feel like wearing heels. Why? Even if you are wearing ballet flats with jeans, showing some leg will create the illusion of being taller without cutting the leg in half. This is why it's recommended not to wear 7/8 pants and go for longer trousers, skirts or short dresses.
If you are tall and want to wear ballet flats, these shoes are a great option if you don't want to stand out in a crowd. In this case you'll look great with below the knee skirts and 7/8 pants or jeans to get the perfect casual look.
Plus, if you're tall, a great advantage of flats is that they can also look great for a night out or more formal occasion if you combine them with a beautiful dress.
But what about color combination? A with any piece of clothing, balance is essential when combining ballet flats. If your flats are monochrome, you can be more daring and go for floral pants or jeans and and a patterned shirt. If your flats have two or more colors, it's important to combine at least one of them with another clothes item and not to overdo the rest of your look with too many colors, keep it simple. For example, wear red ballet flats with lighter and cooler colors such as grey, jeans, black or white.
Don't wear lighter ballet flats than your trousers if you are worried about looking too short.
If you haven't got the exact color of clothes to match your shoes, another great idea is to use a belt or a handbag in the same color as your flats to create the perfect combination.
On the other hand, if you are planning to wear ballet flats with jeans and a white shirt, a great way to give some style to your look is by adding a bit of color with a colorful scarf, go for paisley for a truly Parisienne style.
Remember that accessories can make a difference in your look!
And now, the big question you've been asking yourself if you are not used to wearing flats: What to wear under ballet flats? The answer is easy. Though some people choose not to wear any socks underneath, it is not the most hygienic idea as your feet will probably start smelling after a while. Purchase special ballet socks that can be found in most of the main brands' clothes shops.
Once you've slipped your flats on, just make sure that they don't rub against your skin, you can apply a discreet band aid or similar in order to avoid any nasty blisters.
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