Girls in Paris Don’t Wear Skirts With Flip-Flops—They Wear Them With These Flats

By Swedan MargenJuly 6, 2026

From L.A. to NYC, Ibiza, and the South of France, this summer's fashion scene sees many embracing the flip-flop trend. While it's popular among the style set in most major cities, those in Paris continue to lean into classic footwear, opting for ballet flats instead. A prime example is Karlie Kloss, who paired her flats with a pencil skirt.

Showing why ballet flats are the perfect complement to pencil skirts, Kloss was seen in Paris during Couture Fashion Week wearing a chic warm-weather ensemble: black ballet flats paired with a zebra-print midi skirt and a black silk tank with lace trim. She completed her look with a black Chanel flap bag and retro sunglasses. The outfit was undeniably French-girl-coded.

Karlie wears a printed skirt, black ballet flats and a black silk top.

Ballet flats and pencil skirts go well together because the sleek skirt silhouette is nicely balanced by the subtle elegance of the flats. In Paris, this pairing reflects a timeless approach to dressing, emphasizing sophistication, comfort, and refined simplicity. Kloss's outfit is a great reminder that the most stylish outfits are often built on classic staples rather than fleeting trends.