Skinny Jeans and Ballet Pumps... (Updated)

Are Suddenly Being Worn by the Coolest People Again

By Natalie Munro

published December 16, 2024

Almost out of nowhere, one of fashion's most divisive items has started making its way back onto the scene.

Once dismissed as "dated" and "unflattering," skinny jeans had been relegated to the backs of wardrobes for years as baggy and straight-leg styles thrived instead. But now, slowly but surely, skinny jeans are creeping back onto our radars, and there's one particular shoe pairing that fashion people are wearing them with. In the early '00s, we'd wear our skinny jeans with either platform heels, ballet flats or ankle boots, and interestingly, it's ballet flats that have returned alongside slim-fitting jeans, looking surprisingly chic in the process.

Somehow both nostalgic and modern, this "dated" pairing combines the elegance of streamlined skinny jeans with the delicate shape of ballet flats to create a particularly polished silhouette. Nodding towards Y2K nostalgia whilst tapping into today's preference for minimalism and a sleek aesthetic, it's really no surprise that the trend has come back around this season. 

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My Note: Amazon - Shupua Women's Comfortable Dress Shoes Ballet Flats Slip On Shoes Black Flats Round Toe PU Leather Flats Summer with Floral Eyelets

I love these. Just right amount of Feminine Differential with the eyelets and amazingly comfortable with a padded insole. They come in several colors and only $23.99. I was wondering if these were an OK look with my many skinny jeans so, "Ask and Answered".  

Femine Differential - Why Not Look 2

 

This has so many delightful feminine touches you can choose. The square neck gingham top and the Espadrille Closed Toe Wedge pumps. The scoop neck top, in black or blue with the matching "Slip-On Ballet Flats".  

Bringing this all together is the Amazon "High Waisted Ripped Flare Jeans for Women Distressed Bell Bottom Jeans Wide Leg Pants". Maybe the distress styling or the button fly, these fill the bill for a feminine look. I love the button fly look  because it tends to be a little more close cut in the front. A nice flat front look when you tuck the top in on one side and show off the buttons. 

Google Ai described button fly this way:

A button fly is traditionally considered unisex. While originally the standard for rugged men’s denim, they are widely used across women's apparel—especially in vintage-style jeans, high-waisted cuts, and designer pants. The hardware often adds a classic or subtly decorative element to feminine fits. 

Dress this look up to the feminine max or pick and choose to your comfort level. Think about being out visible and blending in while still showing your flair for style. Enjoy!