When I think of ballet flats, I immediately flashback to middle school Cher and the pair of white, quilted ballet flats I was absolutely obsessed with. Before ballet flats came into my life, my shoe collection growing up was strictly sandals or sneakers so you can imagine my excitement when there was a whole new category to play with! Not only were they comfy but I felt like they made every outfit look a little more pretty and polished. Like, all good fashion moments, however, my ballet flat era came to an end around high school graduation and I truly thought that was our final chapter. Since then, I’ve become a devout loafer girlie and and have often thought to myself “thank goodness, we moved on from ballet flats!” And while I remained steady in this position when I noticed them popping up again last year…I’m starting to reconsider lol. I’m not sure if it’s because I’m a sucker for nostalgia or the influencers are influencing fr, but I think I may or not dabble with a pair this spring/summer. I basically made this post to help me hop off the fence and lean in so if you, too, are feeling a bit conflicted about the ballet flat resurgence, keep reading for some cute ballet flat outift inpo and the best affordable picks under $50 to give the look a go!

1. With a Slouchy Sweater + Slip Skirt

2. With an Oversized Blazer, Basic Tee + Jeans

3. With a Knit Tank Dress

4. With a Button-up and Denim Shorts

5. With a Blazer Dress

SHOP THE TREND (under $100)