{"id":4199,"date":"2026-06-13T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-13T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thehotedit.com\/index.php\/2026\/06\/13\/10-items-to-style-with-your-ballet-flats-this-summer\/"},"modified":"2026-06-13T08:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-06-13T07:00:00","slug":"10-items-to-style-with-your-ballet-flats-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thehotedit.com\/index.php\/2026\/06\/13\/10-items-to-style-with-your-ballet-flats-this-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Items to Style With Your Ballet Flats This Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"


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There are a lot of cool shoe trends<\/a> to get excited about this summer, and while we love the fun jelly shoes, embellished sandals<\/a>, and nostalgic wedges<\/a> that are dominating right now, we can’t help but notice the classic and timeless shoes fashion people are wearing on repeat. We’re talking about ballet flats<\/a>. The simple shoes have become a fashion-person essential, adding a prim and polished touch to summer staples<\/a> and statement pieces. We’re seeing them styled with basics such as slip skirts and sundresses, but fashion people are also wearing them in unexpected ways\u2014contrasting them with sporty shorts and track pants for an of-the-moment look.<\/p>\n

If you want more inspiration on how to wear your ballet flats this season, we’re sharing 10 specific pieces we’re seeing fashion people styling them with that will make your outfits look very<\/em> summer 2026.<\/p>\n

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1. Capri Pants<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Capri pants are the dominating style we’re seeing fashion people pair with their ballet flats, oozing a ’50s Audrey Hepburn vibe. Keep it current with a cool graphic tee or minimalist tank.<\/p>\n

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Stretch Twill Capri Pants<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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2. Knee-Length Slip Skirt<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Nineties-inspired knee-length slip skirts are trending hard, and you’re either styling them with kitten-heel thong sandals or classic ballet flats. Either way, you’re going to look 100% on-trend.<\/p>\n

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Shoreline Sheer Cover-Up Skirt<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Layla Knee Length Skirt<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Free People<\/p>\n

My Little Midi Skirt<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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3. Sporty Shorts<\/span><\/h3>\n
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One of the coolest ways to style ballet flats is with contrasting sporty shorts, adding an unexpected and fresh touch to your look. Opt for colorful, retro-looking nylon or track shorts, and finish with a relaxed button-down.<\/p>\n

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\"Collusion,\n<\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Collusion<\/p>\n

Mini Track Nylon Shorts in Red<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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ZARA<\/p>\n

Nylon Drawstring Shorts<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Demia Track Short<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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4. Lace-Trim Skirt<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Lace-trim skirts are everywhere this season, and fashion people are opting to style them with classic ballet flats for a charming summer look. Finish the outfit with a cami top or relaxed graphic tee.<\/p>\n

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Satin Mini Slip Skirt in Lime With Pale Pink Lace<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Henrietta Satin Mini Skirt<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Carolina Silk Skirt<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Bella Lace Detail Satin Skirt<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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5. Track Pants<\/span><\/h3>\n
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There is seriously nothing cooler than track pants with ballet flats\u2014the perfect sporty-chic vibe.<\/p>\n

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Red Eye Track Pant<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Tammy Tailored Trousers<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The Eco-Terry Stripe Crop Pant<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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6. Micro Shorts<\/span><\/h3>\n
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For those of us loving the micro-shorts trend, ballet flats are the ideal shoes to wear with them, as they add instant polish and elevate the entire look.<\/p>\n

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June Low Rise Short<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Eisley Striped Foldover Micro Shorts<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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7. Lace-Trim Shorts<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Similar to lace-trim skirts, lace-trim shorts are a trend-forward option to style with classic flats. We’re spotting the combo all over Instagram.<\/p>\n

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Satin Effect Lace Mini Shorts<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Parisse Lace Trim Satin Shorts<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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8. Sundress<\/span><\/h3>\n
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If you want to make your sundress feel more elevated, then ballet flats are a no-brainer. It’s a chic pairing for day to night.<\/p>\n

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Lace-Trim Mini Beach Dress<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Poplin Godet Midi Dress<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Tie Straps Shirred Beach Maxi Dress in Black & White Gingham<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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100% European Linen Mini Skort Dress in White<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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9. Denim Shorts<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Denim shorts are inherently super casual, but adding a pair of ballet flats gives them a more sophisticated and grown-up look.<\/p>\n

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Ultrashort Denim Shorts<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Trf Low-Rise Denim Mini Shorts<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Parker High Waist Denim Cutoff Shorts<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10. Pull-On Shorts<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Whether linen or cotton, easy and effortless pull-on or drawstring shorts will look even chicer when paired with timeless ballet flats.<\/p>\n

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Sail Linen Short<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Cruise Drawstring Short in Cotton Poplin<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Flowy Shorts With Elastic Waist and Buttons<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Beach Short in Hampton Linen-Blend<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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