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5 Flat Shoes To Wear Instead Of Sandals This Summer, According To A Fashion Writer 2026
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Ahead, five styles of flat shoes to wear this summer, according to a fashion writer:
Black ballet flats with ankle straps
This black ballet flat shoe with an ankle strap proves how even the smallest details bring major impact. The rounded toe softens the ensemble, while the tie frames the leg with a firm delicacy and a polish that effortlessly completes the outfit. It will look impeccable with a midi skirt, a pair of cigarette trousers or some turn-up jeans and a wide shirt. While it doesn’t need much exaggeration, its charm lies in that fine mix between sweetness and order. This is the style of shoe that makes everything around it feel more tailored.
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Polished brown leather loafers
There are times when a loafer makes something of a comeback. And then there are seasons, like this one, when they take over your entire wardrobe. This pair, in a deep brown, with a clean upper and understated construction, has the kind of poise usually associated with curated personal style.