Mary Janes are so in again—especially now that the weather’s getting warmer. They’re comfortable shoes, and they’re so versatile that you can wear them with a skirt and cute crew socks or with a pair of baggy jeans. Actress Katie Holmes is totally into them, too—in fact, just last week, she was seen wearing chocolate brown buckled ballet flats while filming her latest project, Hedda Gabler in Los Angeles.
Katie wore a relaxed-yet-stylish ensemble with her Mary Janes, including a breezy, sheer white top, patchwork jeans with a raw hem, and a black shoulder bag. The Mary Janes stood out with their rich chocolate hue and suede finish. We quickly identified them as the Oakes Mary Jane from Franco Sarto, a women’s footwear brand known for their Italian-inspired, classic styles.
While the Mary Janes normally cost $135, they’re currently on sale for $99.99. It’s worth mentioning that the flats come in six other colors and styles—including a dusty blue and soft blush also in a suede finish, along with ivory white, black, burgundy red, and olive green in leather. They comes in sizes 5 through 13.
You can also find the flats on Amazon (as part of Amazon’s Big Spring Sale) with some styles discounted at up to 30% off, at $94. Just note that not all styles and colors are on sale.
These Oakes Mary Janes stand out against similar flats because they give an overall luxe feel. It’s all in the details—like the large, gold-toned buckle, discreetly adjustable strap, modern square toe, and suede or leather finish.
The brand is also known to be comfortable. Fun fact: their Emilana Sandals were named among our top picks for the best slides for women. Despite its thin sole, our pros at the Textiles Lab found that the sandals’ cushioning foam insole more comfortable than expected for a stylish shoe. (Per the brand, the Oakes Mary Janes should also have the same cushioned insole.)
We never know when these kinds of sales last—and as sizes are slowly starting to sell out, I recommend you act quickly if you want them.
