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How To Wear Mary Janes With A Dress: 4 Tips From A Stylist
If you’re wondering how to wear Mary Janes with a dress (and actually make it look chic) you’re not alone. Once your go-to footwear for grade school, knowing how to style them as an adult with designer dresses might not feel so easy. But, these super-stylish designer flats have well and truly made a comeback. And, as fashion people everywhere have proven, they look amazing with everything from pretty day dresses for weekend plans to sultry LBDs on nights out. So, keep scrolling for my top picks and learn how to style these classic and, not to mention, comfortable flats this season and beyond.
How To Wear Mary Janes With A Dress From Work To Weekend Days
Knowing how to wear Mary Janes with a dress for work will instantly elevate your weekday wardrobe.
1. Experiment With Color – Black pairs will always look chic and go with everything you own. However, I love subtle colorways that add an element of interest to an otherwise neutral fall lineup. For example, the mini Tres Vivier crystal-embellished patent leather pumps by Roger Vivier. Take a day off from black and navy looks this season, and pair these pretty shoes with the Marianna Izel mini dress by L’Academie. Then, add the Bayswater, grained-leather satchel bag by Mulberry for maximum style points at the office.
2. Style Mary Janes With LBDs After Dark – The Medusa plaque metallic ballerina shoes by Versace couldn’t be more perfect for nights out. Take your look seamlessly from day to night with these stunning silver shoes, and set off the metallic finish with a sleek black dress. I highly recommend adding Valentino Garavani’s sequined crepe mini dress to your cart before it sells out. Then pick up the gorgeous crescent mini crystal-embellished faux leather shoulder bag by Self Portrait. This adorable, top handle design will go perfectly with this fit and countless others you already own.
Shop more Mary Janes To Style With A Dress selected and reviewed by our expert fashion buyers and stylists
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CHLOÉ Marcie Snake-Embossed Mary Jane Ballerina Flats
$790 -
CHLOÉ Polly Leopard Mary Jane Ballerina Flats
$975 -
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Mamastrapitina Ballerina Flats
$1,195 -
AQUAZZURA Mayor 35 Mary Jane Pumps
$1,250 -
VALENTINO GARAVANI Bowjane Mary Jane Flats
$1,650 -
VAGABOND SHOEMAKERS Vagabond Flats
$130 -
MIU MIU Women’s Crochet Cap Toe Ballet Flats
$1,270 -
JIMMY CHOO Women’s Elisa 45 Cap Toe Mary Jane Pumps
$825 -
VERSACE Medusa-plaque Metallic Ballerina Shoes
$925 -
MIU MIU Buckled Leather Ballerina Shoes
$1,050 -
VERSACE Gianni Ribbon Ballet Flat
$925 -
ROGER VIVIER Mini Très Vivier Crystal-embellished Patent-leather Pumps
$1,450 -
AMINA MUADDI Ane Crystal-embellished Leather Ballet Flats
$1,345 -
ROGER VIVIER 25mm Tres Vivier Metallic Leather Pumps
$1,450 -
VALENTINO GARAVANI Rockstud metallic leather ballet flats
$950 -
JEFFREY CAMPBELL Silver Mary Jane Shelly Flats
$160 -
MIU MIU Chain Strap Mary Jane Pump
$1,200 -
GIANVITO ROSSI Carla Mary Jane Ballet Flat
$745 -
GIANVITO ROSSI Carla Leopard Print Ballet Flat
$815 -
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Sweet Jane Crystal Embellished Pump
$2,795
How To Wear Statement Mary Janes With A Dress
Learn how to wear Mary Janes with a dress… and let them steal focus! These shoes are cute, comfortable, and seriously chic and the right pair will transform any outfit! Need proof?
3. Switch Your Heels For Printed Mary Janes – Pair a simple black dress (like the Burke draped dress by Simkhai) with the Carla leopard print ballet flats by Gianvoto Rossi. Firstly, these statement-printed flats are the ideal alternative to heels for dinner dates and cocktail parties. Secondly, though they’re printed, the neutral colorway means they’ll go with countless outfits. Finally, add Chloe’s mini cape leather crossbody bag and let the gold hardware elevate the playful animal print.
4. Style Silver Mary Janes With Party Dresses – Finally, when the dress code (or your outfit) calls for a little height, look no further than the silver 25mm Tres Vivier leather pumps by Roger Vivier. These gorgeous Mary Janes are the perfect party shoes and will be a go-to for the fall and winter seasons. Style them with a little black dress and a sleek designer clutch for the ultimate evening look. I recommend the Daphne dress by Isabel Marant and the Bonny gathered crystal-embellished clutch by Jimmy Choo.