Brown ballerina pumps are the shoe trend for autumn 2025 – here's how to wear them

They've ruled footwear for a while, but they're getting an autumnal update.
Brown ballerinas are the shoe trend for autumn 2025  here's how to wear them
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Let's face it, you need a pair of ballerina pumps in your autumn wardrobe. Comfortable, effortlessly chic and timeless, brown suede ballerinas are back with a bang and promise to complement any pair of jeans.

For years, these shoes were relegated to the back of our closet, overshadowed by the likes of Adidas Samba or loafers. But, like so many other pieces that we once considered anti-trend, suede ballerinas (especially in earth tones like brown) have once again found a place in our hearts and become a safe bet for the return to the office.

The shoe was even worn by the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, herself, who, although in her case she wore them with tailored trousers, confirms the versatility and elegance of this shoe. In her case, they were from Pretty Ballerinas. Brown suede ballerinas can be worn to work with suit trousers or, if you want a more casual look, with any of the trending jeans this season: straight-leg, wide-leg, flares and barrel silhouette.

The best part? These shoes are very easy to find. From stores that are on our usual shopping route, like & Other Stories and ASOS, to luxury brands like Gucci and Chloé. Which ones will you choose?

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Juna Ballet Flats

Mango Suede Ballet Pump

Lauren By Ralph Lauren Women's Jayna Ballet Pumps

Ballet Pumps

Highcut Brown Suede Ballet Flats

Mary-Jane Ballet Flats

Chloé Marcie Embellished Suede Ballet Flats

Gucci Horsebit-Detailed Suede Ballet Flats

Kitty Flexi Sole Ballet Pumps

Manolo Blahnik Veralli Bow-Detailed Suede Ballet Flats

How to style brown ballerina pumps in 2025

Brown ballet flats are one of the easiest shoes to style for autumn. Wear them with straight-leg jeans and a roomy white shirt for office days, or team them with a cosy knit and a classic trench coat when it’s cooler. For a day to night look? Trade your work bag for a sleek clutch and zhuzh up your 'fit with statement hoops or a layered necklace.

Studio Tomboy Oversized trench coat

Aligne Henry Slim Barrel Jeans

Manolo Blahnik Veralli Bow-Detailed Suede Ballet Flats

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Chubby Dome Medium Hoop Earrings

A version of this article originally appeared on Vogue Spain.

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 11: Kelsey Merritt wears cream turtleneck Michael Kors sweater, dark navy blue Michael Kors blazer jacket, shiny black Michael Kors leather belt, shiny black Michael Kors leather bag, navy blue wide leg denim jean pants, outside Michael Kors, during the New York Fashion week Fall/Winter 2025 on February 11, 2025 in New York, New York. (Photo by Edward Berthelot/Getty Images)