Remember squeezing your toes into those black strappy sandals back in school! Well, guess what, they’re making a comeback. The classic Mary Jane shoes are making waves in the realm of fashion. Our favorite fashion icons, Gigi Hadid, Jennifer Lawrence, Taylor Swift, and more were snapped going about their business in these shoes. But what’s so special about them?
Well gone are the days when chunky shoes were a thing. The 2000’s elaborate shoe designs are no longer the IT girl vibe. Instead, elegant flats and heels that are comfortable to wear are IN!!!
If you scrutinize the 60’s and 70’s fashion, these shoes will be all over. Schools? ✓ Ballrooms? ✓ Jazz clubs? ✓ Movies? ✓ Runways? ✓ Sports… maybe not that.. but everywhere else. I bet your mother had a pair or two in her collection as well just like my mum.
Their revival in the world of fashion owes to their boundless versatility. Originally made with glossy patent leather, these doll shoes are now available in a variety of stuff like suede, velvet, denim, and linen, so you can wear them comfortably all-round the year. Style them with your formal wear or everyday outfits, one thing’s for sure, You’ll see heads turn!!
Many luxury brands like Prada, Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana have come up with their versions of Mary Janes. But the blueprint is the same, comfortable, stylish and goes with everything. These elegant low cut buckled pumps make any outfit OUTSTANDING. Weddings, birthdays, dinner parties, picnics, or your dates, Mary Janes are a perfect fit for all occasions.
In spring and summers, pair them with your favorite skirt and blouse or a flowy dress for a feminine look. For a sleek business casual look, style them with a full suit. You can also go for a button-down shirt with a pair of jeans. In fall and winters, beat the breeze with long coats and puffy jackets. And don’t forget to put on fuzzy socks or leggings with your favorite Mary Janes pair.
“Give a girl the right shoes, and she can conquer the world!”- Marilyn Monroe.
Oftentimes it can become difficult to choose between comfort or glam. But why not both? Mary Janes are a merry combination of the two. These dainty pairs transcend generations. They can save you from fashion fails, because they always slay. I believe this should be enough to convince you that these dainty pairs deserve a corner in your wardrobe. And to kick-start your journey, I’ve assembled 36 easy-to-wear look below.
“Spring”
Floral print bomber jacket + Light purple sweater + Beige wide-leg trousers + Blue mary jane shoes + Olive green handbag
Black oversized blazer + White T-shirt + Light blue denim midi skirt + Black mary jane shoes + Black quilted bag + Black sunglasses
Plaid oversized blouse with a bow + Blue cropped jeans + Blue mary jane shoes + Straw handbag + Blue headband
White mini dress + Gray oversized blazer + Red mary jane shoes with white socks + Black sunglasses
White blouse with bow detail + Light wash straight-leg jeans + Black mary jane shoes with white socks + Burgundy shoulder bag + Cream floral hair clip
Light yellow shirt mini dress + Navy blue mary jane shoes + Sage green handbag
Oversized beige blazer + White graphic T-shirt + Blue striped shorts + Red mary jane shoes + Black handbag + Black sunglasses
White oversized button-down shirt + Black cycling shorts + Black mary jane shoes + Green textured handbag + Black sunglasses
Blue oversized shirt dress + Gray blazer draped over shoulders + Black belt + Black platform mary jane heels with white ruffled socks + Black handbag + Hair clips
“Summer”
White sleeveless top with black bow detail + Black mini skirt + White knee-high socks + Black mary jane shoes
Blue gingham mini dress + Black mary jane shoes + Straw handbag
White blouse with a large Peter Pan collar + Denim pinafore dress + Red mary jane shoes with white socks + Burgundy shoulder bag + Black sunglasses
Pink oversized T-shirt with “Paris” print + White high-waisted shorts + Red mary jane shoes + Small tan crossbody bag + Pink sunglasses
White sleeveless turtleneck top + Leopard print pants + Red mary jane shoes with white socks + Red quilted shoulder bag
Black satin slip dress + Pink mary jane shoes
White T-shirt + Leopard print midi skirt + Red mary jane shoes + Red handbag + Black sunglasses + Layered gold necklaces
White and red graphic t-shirt + High-waisted beige wide-leg pants + Red mary jane shoes + Red woven handbag + Black sunglasses
White sleeveless lace-trimmed top + White tiered maxi skirt + Cream mary jane shoes + Straw tote bag with white floral details + Gold jewelry
White sleeveless dress with bow detail + Cream mary jane shoes
“Fall”
Black leather jacket + Black top + Gray pleated mini skirt + White socks + Black mary jane shoes + Black handbag + Black sunglasses
Black cardigan + Blue wide-leg jeans + Black mary jane shoes
Red sweater + Wide-leg blue jeans + Black mary jane shoes + Black crossbody bag + Large gold earrings
Gray turtleneck sweater + Black sheer polka dot maxi skirt + Red mary jane flats
White and black striped knit sweater + Beige wide-leg pants + Red mary jane shoes + White tote bag
Gray oversized sweater + Charcoal gray pleated mini skirt + Red tights + Burgundy mary jane flats + Burgundy clutch + Black sunglasses + Gold hoop earrings
White off-shoulder sweater + Charcoal gray pleated mini skirt + Charcoal gray over-the-knee socks + White mary jane heels + Woven brown handbag + Black sunglasses
Gray long coat + Black mini dress + White blouse underneath + White socks with lace trim + Black mary jane heels + Red oversized tote bag + Black sunglasses
Black cardigan with a gold brooch + White top + Black mini skirt + Black mary jane heels + Black handbag with a red bow
“Winter”
Red wrap coat + Black top + Wide-leg dark gray jeans + Black mary jane shoes with white socks
Dark blue oversized coat + Gray sweater + Gray wide-leg trousers + Black belt + Black bag + Black mary jane shoes
Black coat + White sweater + Blue jeans + Red oversized bow scarf + Red mary jane shoes + Red handbag
Black blazer + Red long-sleeve top + Black mini skirt + Red mary jane shoes with white socks + Black quilted shoulder bag + Black sunglasses
White button-up shirt + Black satin slip dress + Black fishnet tights + Black mary jane shoes + Black handbag
Black off-shoulder top + Black high-waisted cropped pants + Black blazer + Red mary jane shoes + Red handbag
Beige trench coat + Black mini dress + Black sheer tights + Black pointed-toe mary jane shoes + Black crossbody bag
Black cropped top + Black pleated mini skirt + Black oversized blazer + Black mary jane shoes with gray socks + Beige handbag + Black sunglasses
Black oversized coat + Black tights with pattern + Black mary jane loafers + Black handbag + Orange sunglasses
