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The New Ballet Slipper - The Short of It

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The New Ballet Slipper - The Short of It

Are you ready for a day of fall shopping? Looking to pull off pure comfort with your favorite skinny jeans or leggings? Maybe you haven’t been able to mentally invest in this ‘shorter’ look that's so popular from the New York Ballet to the streets of Paris? Check out these new styles that will make you ‘pop’ from the bottom up while you give your heels a rest; after all, that’s what Saturdays are for!

The Look: Stylish. Funky colors in a classic ballet style are perfect with a chunky sweater or colorful cropped jacket for fall. Pair these shoes with a hot tote for that easy ‘in transit’ look in the big city…. or to just look cool at your local lunch spot

Tory Burch "Reese" Ballet

Caution: These slippers remind of us of a really nice handbag! The detail melts with luxury and should be a long term investment treated with care. The “Reese” is a leather lined leather upper with a rubber sole. Collapsible, elasticized ballet with signature Tory Burch medallion on back, tassel detail on front.

$395. www.bloomingdales.com

Michael Kors "Seaport" Flat

A classic look featuring a brown patent leather upper, canvas trim and adjustable strap with peekaboo toe. Would be so cute with a pencil skirt and cropped jacket!

$109. www.dilliards.com

All Blue"Fish" Ballet

You won’t look like a fish out of water with these flats if complimented with the ‘right’ dark jean because texture is what this slipper is all about! Rock with the big tote, a white oxford shirt, dangle earrings and keep it moving! The Fish Ballet features a leather upper with fish scale pattern with metallic accents and gathered elastic back.

$108. www.dilliards.com

Capitall by Steve Madden

This print is perfect for all the shades of a Honey girl! Simple with all black. While it’s still warm, try your tapered black dress shorts with a black button down cardigan and a tan blouse to keep it long and neutral.

$69.95. www.stevemadden.com

Women’s Bonnie by Sam Edelman

This look is a Saturday night event giving a mix of retro and pristine with sass. This slipper breaks all the rules of the typical conservative flat. We love this look with an above the knee dress with a strong pattern. Satin fabric or leather upper in a casual slip on flat style, tonal stitching accents, bold polished metallic decorative front buckle embellishment, lower cut arches and matching collar overlay. Reptile printed leather lining, cushioned leather topped insole with a smooth suede outer sole with 1/4 inch flat heels.

$135.99. www.shoes.com

Women’s Suede Keyhole by Old Navy

Keep it simple and affordable! There are many colors to choose from when you step out in style. Smooth, supple suede features a chic keyhole opening above the rounded toe creating a playful peek-a-boo look. Features a cushioned foot bed and textured bottoms.

$19.95. www.oldnavy.com

Snake It Up by Kenneth Cole

This shoe is another great compliment to your favorite black or patent leather handbag. Snake It Up is a snake-embossed flat with a round toe and is imported from Spain. Ole!

$195. www.kennethcole.com

Xhilaration® Sable Ballet Flats – Floral

Just for fun. Pick up a pair of starter flats at Target!

$12.99. www.target.com

Ayla by Nine West

These tricked out flats remind of us of the fearless Jackie O. Do you see the gold heel and buckle? With the right gold jewelry and jeans, you're ready to dip into Neiman Marcus for more inspiration. This hot pink suede flat features a perforated grommet belt and buckle at the toe.

$49.95. www.ninewest.com

The Western Ballerina by Dior

Caution: Another luxurious investment. Why not ask your Honey for The Western Ballerina as a gift? Features a suede upper with tonal topstitching, rounded toe and a suede strap with antiqued silver metal Dior buckle and dangling key charm and is imported from Italy.

$395. www.eluxury.com

Dakarta by Chinese Laundry

Are you a Bedazzler? For those who love color these flats come in dark teal and feature soft suede with embedded jewel on metal setting.

$69. www.chineselaundry.com

Peece by Steve Madden

Another great look with that pencil skirt, dress shorts or skinny pants. Peep toes go flat with these classically quilted ballets.

$89.95. www.stevemadden.com

Greco Flat by Nine West

A different alternative if you’re worried about keeping slippers on your feet. Great with black leggings, a black skirt and sweater all layered for that dancer look. Leather upper is available in black but also gold or silver when you're wild for color.

$69. www.macys.com

Tart Skimmer by Keds

Did you have your fruit today? The Tart Skimmer is inspired by the Kedette's collection from the '40's and '50's. Kedette's epitomized feminine sport of the era with unique styles that fit her lifestyle. Designing many patterns, Keds tell us they interpret their past with the modern day materials and trend right patterns such as the mini fruits seen here.

$39.95. www.keds.com