Iris Law Just Wore the London-Girl-Coded Ballet Flats Trend We'll Be Seeing in the City all Summer
When it comes to London girls who set the style agenda, Iris Law is always at the top of my watchlist. Living in the city myself, I know firsthand that Law embodies the essence of London style—playful yet polished, experimental but always effortless. She has a way of making even the most directional trends feel wearable and, when she champions a look that I can already picture filtering onto the pavements during my morning commute, I take note.
This week, Law stepped out in a shoe trend that might just be the most London-coded I’ve seen her wear yet. Typically drawn to low-profile trainers, she switched things up with a fresh spring update: a pair of ballet flats with a distinctly edgier twist.
Rather than the simple suede styles that have dominated so far this season, Law opted for a studded iteration with cool tie details and an inky black finish. The result? A fresh-looking flat-shoe. The lace-up ties add an unexpected touch—one that's ideal for those racking up steps across the city—while the metalwork inject a subtle nod to the studded accessories trend that’s been bubbling up recently, too.
Teaming the flats with a butter yellow top and a gauzy skirt, Law struck a balance between softness and structure, crafting a silhouette I expect to see everywhere this spring. If you're looking to tap into this trend early, keep scrolling to shop the chicest studded and tie-detail ballet flats on the market right now.
SHOP STUDDED AND TIE-DETAIL BLACK BALLET FLATS:
H&M
Studded Mary Jane Ballet Pumps
I can't see these staying in stock for long.
Loeffler Randall
Louisa Lace-Up Faille Ballet Flats
Style these with jeans or pair them with a voluminous skirt.
Toteme
Lace-Up Eyelet-Embellished Suede Ballet Flats
I know that several of my colleagues have their eyes on these.
Charles & Keith
Margot Grommet Tie-Around Ballet Flats
These also come in silver.
Chloé
Ghillies Ballerina
These pretty ballerinas are a chic alternative to heels for the summer months.
Schuh
Lindy Leather Ruched Ballerina
These also come in a vivid gold shade.
Ganni
Black Oleatex Lace-Up Ballerinas
The ballet flats trend isn't showing any signs of slowing down.
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Studded Leather Ballet Flats
Style these with socks or tights during early spring's chilly days.
Gucci
Rubber and Grosgrain-Trimmed Satin Ballet Flats
Be quick—these are already on their way to selling out.
