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    A firm favourite of the style set, Mary Jane flats are the It-shoe of the season

    The perfect spring shoe has entered the chat

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    By Jazzria Harris, Valeza Bakolli
    Published 9 September 2023 In Buying Guides

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    It’s officially spring (although the weather might not necessarily agree right now) and that means one thing - it’s time to start transitioning your wardrobe to reflect the warmer season ahead. 

    Attentions turn to our capsule wardrobe and making the necessary adjustments. Out with the chunky knits and in with light layers that can easily be removed as the weather allows - preferably topped of with one of the best trench coats. You'll also want to consider keeping things fresh with the addition of a new piece. And, if there's one trend in particular that we think will stand the test of time, it's the Mary Jane flat. 

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    It's no secret that flat shoes spiked in popularity last year as ballet flats become omnipresent over summer, but now the trend has evolved and it's Mary Jane styles that are topping everyones wishlist. 

    The shoe style isn’t exactly new, but rather a modern twist on the classic heeled shape, characterised by the smooth, simple closed-toe design and trademark bar fastening across the foot.  In short, it’s a laid-back yet still effortlessly elegant take on spring footwear.

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    And we’re clearly not the only ones who think so. Celebs can’t get enough of the trend too, with Sofia Richie Grainge, Dakota Johnson and Alexa Chung all opting for the flat shoe while out and about. 

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    The on-trend shoe is incredibly easy to style as it adds a chic, off-duty feel to any look. Whether you choose to dress them up with maxi dresses and skirts, pair them with denim and oversized tailoring, or go for a classic back-to-school look complete with a mini skirt and high-ankle socks, you can be sure that they’ll go with just about everything in your wardrobe. 

    Aside from the celebs, Mary Janes were also a firm favourite among the street style set at fashion month too, so we don’t really need any further persuasion that this will be the It-shoe style to monopolise our feeds over the coming months. So of course we’ve rounded up our top Mary Jane flat picks for you to peruse (including Sofia's style of choice) below.

    Shop the best mary jane flats

    Office Frenchkiss Patent Two Strap Mary Janes

    Office Frenchkiss Patent Two Strap Mary Janes
    £39.99 AT OFFICE

    The Row Ava leather Mary Jane flats

    The Row Ava leather Mary Jane flats
    £800 AT MATCHES FASHION

    Le Monde Béryl Velvet Mary Jane ballet flats

    Le Monde Béryl Velvet Mary Jane ballet flats
    £395 AT MATCHES

    John Lewis Harrietta Mary Jane Leather Pumps

    John Lewis Harrietta Mary Jane Leather Pumps
    £59 AT JOHN LEWIS

    Off The Hook regent leather ballerina flats in silver

    Off The Hook regent leather ballerina flats in silver
    £41.99 AT ASOS

    Off The Hook Leather 'Canning' Ballet Pumps

    Off The Hook Leather 'Canning' Ballet Pumps
    £39.99 AT DEBENHAMS

    & Other Stories Mesh Ballet Flats

    & Other Stories Mesh Ballet Flats
    £110 AT & OTHER STORIES

    Penelope Chilvers Low Mary Jane Leather Shoe

    Penelope Chilvers Low Mary Jane Leather Shoe
    £219 AT PENELOPE CHILVERS

    silver snakeskin mary jane flats

    M&S silver Mary Jane flats
    £35 AT M&S

    beige patent mary jane flats

    Gianvito Rossi patent leather Mary Jane flats
    £650 AT NET-A-PORTER

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