When the thermometer rises, even the icons of French chic look at their babies in a different way. Chanel ambassador and face of Roger Vivier, Inès de la Fressange has until now worn her babies in all seasons. A recent appearance, however, changed the situation.
Invited to a Garden Party organized by Roger Vivier in the middle of a heat wave, she chose a total immaculate white look. Structured blazer, collared shirt, wide-leg pants in fluid linen or cotton. On the feet, surprise: her signature babies give way to ultra-refined metallic silver flip-flops.
Inès de la Fressange: from Efflorescence babies to metallic flip-flops
For years, Inès de la Fressange has been associated with Roger Vivier’s Efflorescence babies, in black and silver. These closed strap shoes embodied his taste for timeless pieces. Swapping them for jeweled flip-flops with thin toes and light soles marks a real turning point.
Long reserved for the beach or on vacation, flip-flops are now available in town and during formal meetings. In a metallic version, worked like a jewel, it captures the light and energizes a sober ensemble. On a total white look, the silver sandal structures the silhouette without using a heel.
Ultra-chic open shoes: the models validated by Inès de la Fressange
This summer, Inès’ silver flip-flop paves the way for a whole family of ultra-chic open shoes for summer. All let the foot breathe while remaining compatible with sophisticated outfits. We find for example:
- the flat leather mule, which supports the foot;
- the sandal with thick straps for solid support;
- the thin-strap sandal with crossed leather threads;
- the peeptoe pump, with an open toe and covered heel;
- the sandal with gladiator-style straps that goes up to the ankle.
Each model responds to a specific desire, between comfort and style. The mule goes with jeans as well as a flowing dress, making it an easy base. The thick straps structure a minimalist outfit, while the thin straps and the peeptoe visually lighten the foot.
How to wear these ultra-chic open shoes all summer long
Inès de la Fressange’s looks give very concrete ideas. In Saint-Tropez, at 35 degrees, she chose sandals with cognac straps reminiscent of gladiator sandals. Worn with rolled-up white pants, a blue polo shirt, a wicker basket, a straw hat and XXL glasses, these sandals support the ankle while allowing air to circulate.
In a more formal register, the silver flip-flop worked like a jewel goes with a linen suit or a white dress for a garden party. For the city, the flat leather mule works with straight jeans, a cotton shirt or a shirt dress. Thin-strap sandals and peeptoe pumps find their place on summer evenings, when you’re looking for a light heel that lengthens the leg without weighing down the silhouette.
What ultra-chic open shoes to adopt instead of babies?
Metallic flip flops, flat leather mules, sandals with thick or thin straps and peeptoe pumps easily replace closed babies.
How to wear metallic flip-flops like Inès de la Fressange?
Inès combines them with a total immaculate white look, structured blazer, collared shirt and wide linen pants.
Which open shoes to choose during hot days?
Gladiator-style strappy sandals, models with thick straps and leather mules let the foot breathe while providing support.
Sources
- Grazia
“Goodbye babies, Ines de la Fressange, adopt ultra chic open shoes that embellish a summer look”
- Grazia
“Goodbye to the ballerinas in La Fressange, adopt much more comfortable shoes that keep your feet cool all summer”
- Grazia
“Goodbye babies, Ines de la Fressange, adopt ultra chic open shoes that embellish a summer look”
