While we will always celebrate bold and brave new styling ideas, sometimes you just need an outfit formula that you can rely on on those days where you don’t have time to think about what to wear. Silhouettes will always yoyo in and out of favour, however a straight-leg fit – whether it’s classic Levi’s blue jeans or an impeccably tailored pair of black trousers – will always be considered a timeless option. Whether you’re dressing for another Monday in the office or a lunch with friends, below we bring you six ballet pump and trouser pairings that you can rely on this spring and beyond.
Straight-leg black pants + animal print ballet flats
This outfit is all about an unlikely mix of pieces, with an oversized hoodie layered underneath a smart, tailored blazer, and jazzy zebra print ballet flats used to add personality to an otherwise simple, muted look. With minimalist dressing, it can pay to add one statement accessory, whether that’s a look-at-me ballet pump or head-turning handbag.
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Straight jeans + slingback ballet flats
This is a reliable uniform for those days when you can’t think of what else to wear, as straight-leg jeans, a white T-shirt and strong-shouldered blazer is a failsafe look. Although this isn’t the most adventurous styling choice, thoughtful accessories can be used to add an extra something to the tried-and-tested formula, from oversized gold earrings to elegant slingback ballerinas. You want these ballerinas to look as refined as possible, with bow details, a glossy finish or pointed toe.
