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Mesh Flats Are Officially Everywhere—Here Are 16 to Shop Now

The divisive shoe trend isn’t going anywhere.

Headshot of Kevin LeBlancBy Kevin LeBlanc
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Each summer, a shoe emerges as the one to have in your closet. Last year, it was the Adidas Samba, with practically every It girl on our radar sporting the style traditionally reserved for the soccer field. This summer, the forerunner for the It Shoe is the rather unexpected mesh flat. Whether rendered in fishnet like the always-sold-out style from Alaïa or in a delicate mesh like the OG style that started it all (from none other than The Row), there’s a style here for everyone. Jennifer Lawrence was recently spotted in the Alaïa version, and a simple scroll through Instagram will demonstrate influencers and A-listers alike are picking up a pair. Although it’s a rather demanding style in that you should probably have a fresh pedicure when rocking them, there’s something alluring about having some extra air on your feet during hot city days without exposing yourself fully in a sandal or flip-flop. Keep scrolling to see our picks for the burgeoning shoe trend.

The Row Mesh Sock Flat in Black

Mesh Sock Flat in Black

The Row Mesh Sock Flat in Black

$690 at Nordstrom

The shoe that started it all. Like many new things in fashion, the mesh shoe trend came from the minds of Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, whose slightly perverse take on everyday dressing has won over Kendall Jenner and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. This pair resembles hosiery and comes in a few colors (if you can find them in stock, that is).

Bottega Veneta Stretch Ballerina Flat

Stretch Ballerina Flat

Bottega Veneta Stretch Ballerina Flat

This fishnet pair features a dainty gold strap that doubles as serious ankle jewelry.

Dear Frances Balla Mesh in White

Balla Mesh in White

Dear Frances Balla Mesh in White

A favorite of the Insta-set, this pair comes in a variety of colors and is a wallet-friendly take on the trend.

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Gabriela Hearst Armar Ballerina

Armar Ballerina

Gabriela Hearst Armar Ballerina

Gabriela Hearst’s handmade crochet pair balances tough black leather and delicate macramé with ease.

Loewe Toy Ballerina Flat

Toy Ballerina Flat

Loewe Toy Ballerina Flat

We love how Loewe harkens back to classic Barbie shoes with a dose of high fashion in the form of the transparent ballet flat.

Le Monde Béryl Luna Slipper

Luna Slipper

Le Monde Béryl Luna Slipper

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This leather-trimmed pair from Le Monde Béryl adds the perfect pop of muted color.

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Melissa Campana in Gold

Campana in Gold

Melissa Campana in Gold

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Melissa’s sustainable take on the trend comes in a slew of colors and is one of the more intricately woven pairs you’ll find, destined to stand out among the minimalist takes.

Cecilie Bahnsen Organza Ballerina Shoes

Organza Ballerina Shoes

Cecilie Bahnsen Organza Ballerina Shoes

This light-as-air pair from Cecilie Bahnsen’s collaboration with Hereu is the fashion set’s take on the ballet slipper.

Miu Miu Crystal Perforated Mary Jane Ballerina Flats

Crystal Perforated Mary Jane Ballerina Flats

Miu Miu Crystal Perforated Mary Jane Ballerina Flats

We can’t resist the sparkle of these perforated Miu Miu flats, which are equally glamorous and breathable.

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Khaite The Marcy Flat in Black

The Marcy Flat in Black

Khaite The Marcy Flat in Black

Khaite’s take on the trend offers a healthy dose of crystals and a slightly pointed toe. It’ll go with jeans as well as it does with easy summer dresses.

Loeffler Randall Leonie Crochet Raffia Ballet Flats

Leonie Crochet Raffia Ballet Flats

Loeffler Randall Leonie Crochet Raffia Ballet Flats

Loeffler Randall is stepping its shoe game up, and these raffia ballerina shoes deliver fashion and comfort.

Alaïa Mesh and Patent-Leather Ballet Flats

Mesh and Patent-Leather Ballet Flats

Alaïa Mesh and Patent-Leather Ballet Flats

These are already in Jennifer Lawrence’s closet. Need we say more? If they’re not available in your size, add to your wishlist and pray to the fishnet gods that they restock, because they’ve been flying off the shelves.

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Sandy Liang MJ Mesh in Pink

MJ Mesh in Pink

Sandy Liang MJ Mesh in Pink

Sandy Liang’s Mary Janes garnered a cult following upon their release last year, selling out multiple times, so she’s brought the style back in colorful mesh for the girls to match their pedicures to.

Christopher Esber Minette Flat

Minette Flat

Christopher Esber Minette Flat

I spotted this pair on the ultra-fashionable Blanca Miró last month, and it confirmed that this trend is going to be huge. These crystal fishnet shoes are odd, making them perfect for early adopters like Miró.

Rachel Comey Bully Slide

Bully Slide

Rachel Comey Bully Slide

Rachel Comey’s take on the trend comes in a slide version, making it that much easier to throw these on in the morning and remove the stress of picking the perfect shoe.

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Nensi Dojaka Interwoven Crystal-Embellished Ballerina Flats

Interwoven Crystal-Embellished Ballerina Flats

Nensi Dojaka Interwoven Crystal-Embellished Ballerina Flats

This latticed pair from Nensi Dojaka offers a hint of sparkles and super-pointed toe for optimal pedicure display.

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Kevin LeBlanc

Kevin LeBlanc is the Fashion Associate at ELLE Magazine. He covers fashion news, trends, and anything to do with Robyn Rihanna Fenty.

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