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How to style your ballet flats, chunky loafers, and jelly sandals in 2025
There are a few outdated shoe trends to ditch in 2025, but the ballet flat isn’t one of them. Whether you prefer satin, suede, lace-up, or a combination of these elements, you can’t go wrong with this fool-proof shoe, even if it does lend itself to certain pieces better than others. Speaking exclusively to Glam, Rob Behnke recommends pairing your ballet flats with wide-leg trousers or relaxed denim for a casual vibe. If you want to lean more into the feminine element, you could go for classic choices like stirrup leggings and pink knits, particularly if the shoes are satin.
On the other hand, Behnke advises tailored pants or midi skirts if you’re wearing chunky loafers since excess material can look like a hot mess with statement heavy shoes. Since mocha mousse is Pantone’s Color of the Year, reaching for brown or chestnut loafers will win you some style points. You can then either go for an all-brown or earthy palette to create a cohesive look, or stick with neutral tones and let your feet do the talking. And when it comes to those simple Mary Janes, Behnke finds that they simply “work well with more polished neutrals.”
Finally, the beauty of jelly shoes is that you can adapt them to your personal style leanings. Colorful pairs evoke ’90s nostalgia and a sense of fun, best worn on the weekend and for casual catch-ups or summer errand-running, while black and brown carry a slightly more sophisticated energy — and go with more in your closet. But if you’re feeling edgy, you can match a colorful mesh sandal or jelly shoe with an outfit of neutrals or elegant black-and-white for the ultimate workwear-casual crossover.
Now, to accompany your new shoes, check out summer 2025’s hottest handbag trends.
