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    Flat Out Chic—29 New-Season Flats I'm Certain Will Sell Out

    The foundation of your fall outfits.

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    By Bailey Burke
    Published 28 August 2026 In Buying Guides

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    Breaking: flats are having a moment! In all seriousness, celebrities and fashion girlies alike have been swapping their heels for flats of late, wearing them with everything from denim to slip dresses to tailored trousers. It's rare that a trend is also the easy choice, and as someone dealing with the aftermath of a foot injury, I turn to flats more than your average person. Luckily for me, fall 2026's lineup is more tempting than ever.

    On my quest to find the best, I found brands getting delightfully playful with their flats—styles experimenting with form, color, and embellishments. In other words, flats that will elevate even the most basic of outfits.

    Mafalda Mary Jane Flats - Green

    Flabelus
    Mafalda Mary Jane Flats
    $270
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    I'm picturing these worn with either cream or navy. Really into it.

    alohas,

    Alohas
    Sway Burgundy Leather Ballet Flats
    $195
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    I love the little bow detail on these.

    Blaine Flat

    Reformation
    Blaine Flat
    $298
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    The combination of this modern silhouette and the icy blue color feels fresh.

    Cooper Leopard Mary Jane Sneaker - Leopard / 5

    Loeffler Randall
    Cooper Leopard Mary Jane Sneaker in Leopard
    $195
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    These feel playful and light.

    Leonie Soft Ballet Flat - Red

    Loeffler Randall
    Leonie Soft Ballet Flat
    $275
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    I can never say no to a pop of red.

    Aicha Floral Lace Ballerina Flats

    Odissi
    Aicha Floral Lace Ballerina Flats
    $425
    SHOP NOW

    How gorgeous are these? The delicate lace and the ballet-slipper pink are truly a winning combination.

    Jada Flats - Toffee Woven Suede

    Freda Salvador
    Jada Flats in Toffee Woven Suede
    $368
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    This toffee color is the perfect foundation of your fall wardrobe.

    Robyn Vino Nappa/petal

    Tony Bianco
    Robyn
    $155
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    Burgundy and baby pink? One of my favorite color combinations.

    Flora Embellished Jelly Shoes

    Heavenly Jelly
    Flora Embellished Jelly Shoes
    $295
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    All the cool girls are wearing these. And I can see why.

    Repetto Georgiana Mary-Jane Ballet Flats | 36

    Repetto
    Georgiana Mary-Jane Ballet Flats
    $480
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    The patent toe is so classic, and will take you from fall to winter.

    Onda Bow-Detailed Crinkled Metallic Leather Pumps

    Aeyde
    Onda Bow-Detailed Crinkled Metallic Leather Pumps
    $545
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    Could not possibly love these more. They've been at the top of my wishlist for months now.

    alexmill,

    Alex Mill
    Prince Street Ballet Flat in Leather
    $228
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    One word: sweet.

    Brigitte Velvet Mary Jane Flats - Amerigo

    Vibi Venezia
    Brigitte Velvet Mary Jane Flats
    $160
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    The velvet! The bow!

    The Phoebe - Burgundy Python Embossed

    Margaux
    The Phoebe in Burgundy Python Embossed
    $395
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    Quite possibly my most-worn, and most comfortable shoe. The sole is made of memory foam (!).

    Poppi Leather Ballet Heels - Blkpt

    Rag & Bone
    Poppi Leather Ballet Heels
    $378
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    Prepare to see this silhouette everywhere this fall. I, for one, am a fan.

    Arabesq-F Flats - Black White Hair

    Jeffrey Campbell
    Arabesq-F Flats
    $170
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    Very Chanel SS26-coded.

    Pit Lane Flats

    Jeffrey Campbell
    Pit Lane Flats
    $168
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    A designer look at a fraction of the price.

    Cassis - Ballerines Cuir Tressé Argenté

    Carel
    Cassis Silver Woven Ballet Flats
    $565
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    The most eye-catching shoe I have seen in a minute.

    Larroudé by Markarian: Verona Ballet Flat Burgundy Floral Brocade

    Larroudé x Markarian
    Verona Ballet Flat Burgundy Floral Brocade
    $350
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    You'd be surprised as to how much these go with: browns, oranges, pinks and creamy tones, to name a few.

    Carel Paris Tatiana Buckle-Strap Ballet Flats | 36

    Carel Paris
    Tatiana Buckle-Strap Ballet Flats
    $532
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    Olive green in the fall is just right.

    Classic Claudia / Fango Leather Snake Effect

    Le Monde Béryl
    Classic Claudia in Fango Leather Snake Effect
    $635
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    These have the power to make just about any outfit 10x cooler.

    Praise Calf Hair Holstein Cow

    Anonymous Copenhagen
    Praise Calf Hair Holstein Cow
    $275
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    Everything animal print! The peep window on the side of these makes these ones extra interesting.

    Kit Black/natural

    Steve Madden
    Kit
    $110
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    The contrasting toe feels very French.

    Stella Slipper / Leopard Bevilacqua Velvet

    Le Monde Béryl
    Stella Slipper in Leopard Bevilacqua Velvet
    $655
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    Super elegant.

    Margot Mary-Jane Square-Toe Ballet Flats

    Vivaia
    Margot Mary-Jane Square-Toe Ballet Flats
    $139
    SHOP NOW

    An unbelievably comfortable walking shoe.

    Studded Ballet in Black, Size 10

    Tory Burch
    Studded Ballet in Black
    $395
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    These will add an edge to your outfit.

    iliosmeraldo, VENDOME x Maria de la Orden IN BLACK

    Ilio Smeraldo
    Vendome x Maria de la Orden in Black
    SHOP NOW

    I saw these in Paris at Le Bon Marche and have not been able to get them out of my head.

    The Alba - Black Nappa and Leopard Haircalf

    Margaux
    The Alba in Black Nappa and Leopard Haircalf
    $395
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    So sophisticated.

    Dex Leather Flats

    Aeyde
    Dex Leather Flats
    $495
    SHOP NOW

    This buttery-soft leather molds right to your foot.

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    Bailey Burke is a New York–based contributing fashion editor to Marie Claire and Who What Wear. By day, she works on the Creator & Community team, overseeing influencer and branded content programs across both publications. It's a role that keeps her deeply plugged into the fashion and creator landscape—and has given her a keen eye for the dernier cri. Once (accurately) labeled a shopaholic, she now considers it market research.

    A Chicago native who spent three years in Los Angeles before landing in New York City, Bailey's unique style is a direct product of everywhere she has lived. Outside of work, you'll find her planning her next trip, trying new restaurants, attending concerts, or convincing herself she needs just oneeee more thing in her cart. Follow her on Instagram at @baileyyburke.

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