Judging by the looks of street stylers during the recent fashion month, Mary Jane shoes are not going to leave the fashion scene anytime soon. The most popular version was the practical ballet flats – they were most often seen on the streets of London, Paris, Milan and New York. Models from Miu Miu, Alaïa and Carel were especially noticeable, which fashionistas actively styled in everyday looks. Below are five variations of Mary Janes that are worth investing in this spring.
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Black Mary Janes
A classic black pair is a timeless choice. Celebrity favorites include The Row's Alva, worn by Jennifer Lawrence and Zoe Kravitz. Le Monde's Beryl, a sleek black pair often worn by Dakota Johnson, is equally popular.
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Brown Mary Janes
Chocolate brown has become one of the key colors of the fall-winter season and, apparently, will not lose its popularity in the spring. Such a pair will be a great alternative to black shoes – especially for those who want to maintain the current boho mood in their wardrobe.
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Red Mary Janes
The “drop of red” styling trick remains relevant – it could be seen on the streets of fashion capitals during fashion month and on the catwalks of brands Celine and Loewe. The easiest way to integrate this trend into your wardrobe is to choose a pair of red Mary Janes.
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Pale pink Mary Janes
Those who want to fully immerse themselves in the trendy balletcore aesthetic should pay attention to the soft pink ballet flats. Of particular interest is the model of sports ballet flats from Simone Rocha, created in collaboration with adidas and presented on the catwalk of the autumn-winter 2026/2027 season.
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Animal print Mary Jane
Leopard print is making a comeback – just think of the number of coats with this pattern that were seen on the streets this winter, as well as the appearance of this motif in the front row of the Chanel show. So it’s no surprise that this print has become popular in footwear too. Animal print Mary Janes are the perfect choice for minimalists who want to add a bit of character to their looks.
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Based on materials from vogue.co.uk