For years, when you needed a chic flat pair to do everything, loafers were the obvious choice. Their seriousness is still reassuring, but their very classic silhouette is starting to tire. This spring 2026, another shoe clearly wins first place.
This new heroine comes from Monoprix: a black mesh ballerina sold for $45.99 (around $46). Lighter than a moccasin, more modern than a smart ballerina, it is already shaping up to be one of the most coveted spring 2026 flat shoes.
Flat shoes spring 2026: the turning point after classic moccasins
Classic moccasins remain elegant, but their rigor sometimes gives an almost school look. Conversely, the current wave favors more airy, easy-to-wear flats that allow the foot to breathe while maintaining real fashion credibility.
Fishnet, mesh, mesh or woven leather are ideal for ballet flats and other flat shoes. These openwork materials subtly reveal the skin and refine the line. Designers like Alaïa have shown to what extent the perforated ballerina can become desirable again.
The Monoprix mesh ballerina, a new desirable flat shoe
The fishnet ballerina designed by Monoprix takes up these catwalk codes in an accessible version. Black mesh, square toe, tone-on-tone stitching, approximately 1 cm heel, non-slip sole and padded leather insole: everything is designed to combine comfort and a pointed look.
At $45.99, this pair easily replaces a moccasin without losing chic, especially with straight jeans or tailored pants. For those who like a little height, Monoprix mesh mules, with a small heel around $60, offer the same lightness.
How to wear Monoprix fishnet to replace your moccasins
Style-wise, black fishnet remains surprisingly easy. With jeans cut at the ankle, a flowing midi skirt or a printed dress, the fishnet ballerina emphasizes the foot, visually lightens the silhouette and immediately gives a more contemporary relief.
Barefoot, she shows off a neat pedicure, almost like a piece of jewelry. You can also wear thin socks, transparent or colored, for an urban effect. Fishnet mules go well with tailored Bermuda shorts, a long white skirt or capri pants.
What are the trendy flat shoes for spring 2026?
The flagship models are the fishnet ballerinas and mules, flat or with a small heel, which play on transparency while remaining comfortable.
What is the price of Monoprix fishnet ballerinas?
The Monoprix fishnet ballerinas are sold for $45.99, or approximately $46, with black fishnet, small heel, non-slip sole and leather insole.
How to wear fishnet ballerinas to the office?
We combine them with tailored pants, a shirt or a black outfit to replace loafers, while maintaining a professional and current look.
Sources
- Marie France
“Forget too classic loafers, Monoprix signs flat shoes more desirable spring 2026”
- Grazia
“No mules, no pumps: these open shoes with small heels are the most chic for spring”
