Mary Janes! I have seen this style of shoe everywhere! If you're on social media, there is a good chance you have been fed these shoes all season too. The only thing that separates you and me is that I caved in and bought a pair.
As someone who waited for weeks, months even, just to make sure this wouldn't be another quickly fading trend I feel that I can give my honest opinion. I purchased a pair from Flabelus, a shoe brand founded in Spain inspired by the classic Spanish espadrille. My Instagram algorithm knows me a little too well based on the way I immediately went to the website the first time these shoes and this brand were fed to me on my timeline. I had my eye on the Aurelie pair for so long, tossing around the idea of moving from second base (adding to my cart) to going all the way (selecting "Confirm Payment"). Would you believe me if I told you after days of weighing whether or not to pull the trigger they went on sale? It's like the shoe gods were calling on me to buy them, so I answered. In a matter of 3 minutes, or however long it takes to find your wallet and enter your bank details, they were mine! In 3 days they arrived at my doorstep, all the way from Spain. From the moment I opened that package I knew there was no going back, these shoes are gorgeous.
Another brand that rose to the occasion is Rothy's. Their marketing team puts in overtime on TikTok advertising their spin on Mary Janes. All shoes retail for $159, however, some are on sale for less than $100. Rothy's places a major emphasis on sustainability and offers chic seasonal styles. Viani Milano is a major stockholder in the realm of Mary Janes. Earlier this season they launched a collaboration with Lilly Sisto, an influencer with immaculate style and impeccable taste. This collaboration produced a wide range of colorful and well-crafted shoes retailing for around $140.
Mary Janes have been huge and I am hoping they will remain in style for a long time! Originally, most of us know this style from the very uncomfortable rock-solid patent leather shoes your mom bought you when you were 4 that you were forced to wear to every special event and your feet bled every time. Now, fashion has reclaimed the style and turned it into a versatile, comfortable, and stylish shoe that can be dressed up or down, making it a must-have for any wardrobe. Whether you're pairing them with jeans for a casual day out or a dress for a night on the town, Mary Janes have become the go-to shoe that blends nostalgia with modern flair.
Here are just a few ways I'd style Mary Janes.
Best,
Hampton
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