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This Fashion Girl-Favorite Ballet Flat Just Got A Makeover For Fall
Now in luxe patent leather, just in time for sweater season.
With summer disappearing at a rapid pace, it’s time to start considering autumn wardrobe updates — and luxury footwear brand Dear Frances has reimagined its iconic Balla flat in glossy patent leather, just in time for fall.
The celeb go-to brand is known for playing with contrasts, bringing a signature blend of grace and vigor to all of its designs. While the London-based brand serves up a variety of covetable shoes and and now handbags, its cult Balla flat is perhaps their best-loved style, and Dear Frances just dropped three never-before-seen textures: A molten patent leather and two nappa leather options, one woven and one smooth.
This Iconic Flat Now In Glossy Patent
In glossy patent leather, this Mary Jane flat is an ideal shoe to transition your wardrobe for autumn — but you’ll wear it all year long. Handmade in Italy, the iconic design features a padded leather insole and rubber outsole, with a low stacked cuoio heel. Accented by a delicate leather strap with a resin buckle, the liquid-looking patent leather is the perfect accompaniment to autumn’s chunky knits.
Available sizes: 35 — 42 | Available colors: 1
The Balla With Patent Accents To Take The Scandi Girls Into Fall
Dear Frances’ iconic mesh flat has won the attention of the Nordic style elite; updated now in a patent leather-trimmed beige, it’s the perfect shoe to take Scandi girls into fall. The sheer mesh’s deep, almost blush tone is grounded by the glossy trim, with a delicate patent leather strap extending across the top of the foot fastened by a resin buckle. The buffed leather outsole and stacked cuoio heel seamlessly blend with the shoe’s simple silhouette — Scandi minimalism at its best.
Available sizes: 35— 42 | Available colors: 1
A Smooth Leather Flat For Your Capsule Wardrobe
If you’re updating wardrobe basics, consider adding this version of the Balla flat; in creamy nappa leather, the minimalist rounded-toe design can be tossed on with dressy and casual looks alike. With its extended vamp, the flat conveys modernity and strength — a leather strap with a resin buckle provides the necessary delicate yet sturdy counterpoint. A leather wrapped and padded insole, buffed leather midsole, and low stacked heel complete the handmade Italian silhouette.
Available sizes: 35 — 24 | Available colors: 1
A Woven Flat With A Patent Leather Strap For Transitional Dressing
When it comes to transitioning your wardrobe from summer to fall, it’s all about combining surprising colors and textures — and this incarnation of the Balla flat features a woven texture and strong black shade ideal for the task. Handmade in Italy, the flat features a buffed leather outsole and a low stacked heel while a mirror-like patent leather strap extends across the foot. The open weave is crafted from genuine nappa leather; whether paired with a light slip dress or a chunky knit and tights, this chic shoe delivers unparalleled style.
Available sizes: 35 — 42 | Available colors: 1
More From The Collection
The rest of the Dear Frances pre-fall drop is quietly tony and not to be missed. Standout pieces include trending slingback silhouettes and angular boots, with bags that channel stealth wealth in their minimalist luxury. Put yourself ahead of the curve and shop the collection now, before the season is in full swing and everyone else gets their hands on them.
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