Deviating from its signature Vienne leatherwork, Alaïa presents these ballet flats in a delicate beaded mesh profile inspired by classical Japanese footwear. Modernity and ornate femininity are intrinsic to the Maison's aesthetic today, which this pair exemplifies in its delicate silhouette - look to the suede details as proof.

The legendary Paris fashion house was founded in the sixties and by the 1980s, Tunisian sculptor and couturier, Azzedine Alaïa’s powerful, feminine silhouettes were revered worldwide. Today, his legacy prevails in dresses and ready to wear, shoes and bags, including the cult La Coeur heart bag.

Shop the new season's best flat shoes from COS, ARKET, The Row and more. From satin ballet flats to leather loafers, Mary Jane pumps to pointed toe slingback sandals, in black and white to gold, red and transparent mesh, explore elevated yet comfortable flats to wear everywhere from work to wedding parties.