In my fashion rulebook, white jeans are a year-round wardrobe essential; however, I find that I wear them most in the summer because they complement the fresh, crisp feeling of warm weather. Although there are countless ways to style them, the most luxurious look, in my humble opinion, is with sleek-looking flats, like the pair Brooke Shields recently wore.
Last week, while in NYC, the iconic ’80s supermodel was photographed strolling through the streets. She was wearing high-waisted, wide-leg white jeans, perfect for a sunny afternoon. She styled the jeans with a simple beige tank top, a Gucci Giglio tote bag, a baseball cap, and the aforementioned elegant flat shoes, specially grommet Mary Janes.
On Brooke Shields: Gucci Giglio Tote Bag ($2250)
Whether you’re 60 years old like Shields or 30, grommet Mary Janes paired with white jeans create a timeless and sophisticated look. The flat silhouette maintains an effortless style, while the grommet embellishments add a layer of richness and refined detail that standard Mary Janes can’t match. Plus, they look great in the summer and also transition seamlessly into fall.
If you’re inspired to elevate your warm-weather flat-shoe rotation, this is the style I’d recommend. Keep reading to explore my edit of the best Mary Janes with grommets below.
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These look very similar to Shields’s.
I love the chic bohemian vibe.
A favorite among fashion editors.
If you want to experiment with color, start with red ballet flats. Everyone in Paris is wearing them right now.
There’s a reason these are still so hard to get your hands on.
Minimalist dressers, rejoice!
Edgy but so pretty.
I’d style these with a white sleep dress.
These also come in white and tan.
Take these from summer to fall by swapping a minidress for baggy jeans and a tee.
