Would You Wear… Chain Strap Flats?
Stephanie Pratt, Diane Kruger and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley in flats with chain ankle straps. Photos: 1, 2, 3
Diane Kruger and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley are not the only celebs obsessed with chain-strap flats these days. A quick Google search will reveal that all the stylish Hollywood stars have a pair. Will you take a cue from these fashionable celebrities and add a pair of chain strap flats to your own shoe collection?
In my opinion, a simple chain is the perfect way to add edge to the normally-sweet ballet flat. In addition, I imagine that not only do the chains add a twist of sophistication, they probably help the shoes to stay on better! I cannot wait until other brands and stores begin carrying these trendy shoes; I need a pair for myself!
Interested in re-creating the celeb styles for yourself?
Product Information: Dress – Topshop, Shoes – Shopbop, Bag – H&M, Bracelet – Nordstrom, Earrings – Nordstrom
What are your thoughts on chain strap ballet flats?
Leave a comment below and let us know if you would wear them. If so, what would you wear them with? Would you rock the sample outfit or one of the celebrity’s looks?
Posted on on August 23, 2011 / Filed Under: Would You Wear? / Tags: Diane Kruger, fall footwear, fall trends, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, stephanie pratt
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Ash
Love this take on flats – so fresh! Cant wait till more stores start carrying these, I’ll definitely snap up a pair if I spot them.
Kristina
Omg, I absolutely love them. I would definitely wear them! They add edge to basic flats. I haven’t seen any though. This is the first time I’ve ever seen or heard of them surprisingly.
Stacy
I’m a little worried if the chains soon become painful to wear, but otherwise, those look really cool!
Sarah - Southeastern Louisiana University
I love these looks! I agree with Stacy that they might be painful, but they look so ladylike!
Paula*
Not loving it. Looks pretty silly to me.
Alice
Stacy — I think as long as the strap isn’t too tight it shouldn’t be painful, but it might just depend on the specific pair
I love this look, it adds a little edge to the typically uber girly ballet flat.
Elle
It’s like attached anklets (without the annoyance of it always falling down into your shoe). I like it!
Hadeel
I’ve seen a girl wear it in class, it looked really good on her. I just can’t find one in stores here. :/
Stephanie
I really like this. I’ve got a pair of cute flats, (one with a broken buckle strap!) that would be pefect for this look! This will work great, if I can find the right pretty chains.Thanks!
antoinette
i like them! but it worries me that the chain might get too hot and burn you when you’re walking under the sun or on really hot days
Caitlin
This look is so cute! I would definitely wear a pair :) Can’t wait until I see them more in stores!
Jamie
I like the idea! I have trouble wearing flats, so I’m always looking for ones with straps. So these are awesome, especially since I love chains. Lol. =P
Rachel
It just looks like an ankle bracelet to me. No use in getting a flat that specifically has a chain strap on it, especially since I have so many shoes already. Cute, though.
Elyse
antionette – it wouldn’t burn you, think about it; you wear chain necklaces and bracelets in the sun, right? an anklet is no different, and this is just a shoe and anklet attached. Looks like a pretty easy DIY if you ask me.
Jeannette
Absolutely not. Anyone who walks in something like this is asking for foot trouble and irritated ankles. How attractive will red rub marks and fallen arches be?
Re
Call me crazy, but I think this would be a very fun DIY. :) ~Doesn’t seem too difficult.
Rin
Absolutely. Its like an anklet and shoe in one.