Now that ballet flats are back in style, we no longer have to grin and bear the uncomfortable feeling of wearing heels. And when you want to get dressed up, you can opt for the more formal cousin of comfy ballet flats: Mary Janes.
We’ve spotted tons of celebrities wearing Mary Jane flats this season, including Taylor Swift, Jane Fonda, and Katie Holmes, who opts for the style on the regular. Just last week, Holmes paired double-buckle Mary Jane flats with wide-leg trousers, a white tee, and a long black trench coat in New York City, giving us tons of cool-yet-chic outfit inspiration.
If you’re looking to hop on the trend this season, we found adorable Mary Janes inspired by Holmes’ in Amazon’s massive fashion department. We rounded up the best pairs to shop now, which include top brands like Steve Madden, Vivaia, and Sam Edelman, and some of our picks are up to 61 percent off.
Mary Jane Flats Inspired by Katie Holmes
Steve Madden Double-Buckle Mary Jane Flats
These double-strap Steve Madden flats look so similar to Holmes’ pair, and they’re marked down from $90 to just $36 right now. The shoes have a patent leather exterior with a durable rubber sole, plus adjustable buckles on the upper straps to help you find your most comfortable fit.
Their versatile style can easily pair with jeans, trousers, or dresses this summer, and easily styled for casual and formal occasions. You can pick them up in sizes 5.5 through 11 and three colors: black, red, and silver. Discounts vary depending on size and color.
Naturalizer Maxwell Mary Jane Flats
We also spotted a deal on these Naturalizer Mary Janes, which are also made from durable leather. The flats have a single upper strap, a non-slip outsole, and a soft suede interior with a heel cushion to prevent friction burns and blistering on the backs of your ankles. One reviewer raved that the shoes were “immediately comfortable,” explaining that they “wore [the shoes] all day at work on the first day and could have kept going.”
Vivaia Margot Mary Jane Flats
Although these popular flats are a bit pricier, I can confidently say that they’re worth the splurge. I’m a longtime fan of Vivaia’s comfortable knit shoes, and the brand’s Margot Mary Jane style is my absolute favorite. The breathable, stretchy material is great for long-term wear, especially in warm weather, since it never feels tight or restrictive on your feet. I also like that the slip-on design is easy to swiftly throw on when I’m rushing out the door in the morning.
The Mary Janes are available in sizes 5 through 11 at Amazon, including half sizes and wide sizes. They also come in eight styles overall; you can try this black pair to match Holmes’ neutral style, or bolder selections like red, green, and black tweed for a fun twist.
Hop on the celebrity trend for less and grab a pair of Mary Jane flats at Amazon. Check out even more of our favorite pairs below.
Cushionaire Sleeper Mary Jane Flats
C.Paravano Pearl Mary Jane Flats, $111 with coupon
Trary Mary Jane Flats
VenusCelia Mary Jane Flats