The Most Stylish Mary Janes

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Mary Janes

I for one, am happy that flats are coming back.

Specifically, the cross between a ballet flat and a mary jane.

I picked up these gorgeous mary janes from Aeyde last summer and have worn them to death for the last year.

They’re made from super soft, supple leather and super comfortable to walk in all day long.

Mary janes look good with shorts, with dresses, with socks.. super versatile!

The only reason I hesitated so long before buying them was.. they’re kind of expensive!

I’ve totally gotten my cost-per-wear out of them, but it led me to browsing for more affordable mary jane flats.

Below is a list of some of the best mary janes under $200.

They’re all made from high quality leather and flat, so they’re comfortable to wear and walk in all day long.

mary janes | dress | gingham shorts

Best Mary Janes

Most Stylish Mary Janes: Aeyde
Best Affordable Mary Jane: Dolce Vita
Most Comfortable Mary Janes: Naturalizer
Most Leather Mary Jane: Madewell
Best Simple Mary Jane: Coach
Best Mary Janes for Work: Cole Haan
Best Mary Jane Flat: Marc Fisher
Best Patent Mary Jane: Franco Sarto
Best Retro Mary Jane: Linea Paolo
Most Unique Mary Jane: Sam Edelman

Aeyde Mary Jane

Available in 10+ colors

Aeyde is a German brand known for well-made, beautifully designed shoes.

Their mary janes are the reason I started wearing flats again – something about the dainty strap and square toe shape makes these shoes look so elegant on your feet.

I love the signature red thread on the heel and how many colors these come in!

I have them in a pale pink neutral but am debating getting another pair in the black patent…

Shop: Net A Porter, SSENSE, Nordstrom, Shopbop & Bloomingdales

Dolce Vita Mary Jane

Available in 10 colors

These Dolce Vita mary janes are the most affordable dupe I’ve found for the Aeyde version.

They come in 10 different leather colors and the shoe is super soft, comfortable and chic.

It was constantly sold out last summer so if you have your eye on these, get them!

Shop: Nordstrom, Zappos, Revolve, Bloomingdales, & Amazon

Madewell Mary Jane

Available in 9 colors

My friend has two pairs of these and raves about them.

Madewell’s mary janes are made from supple leather and have cushy Cloudlift padding inside for all day comfort.

They come in a ton of colors and patterns – from leather to suede, as well as a fun stud version and summer-y woven options.

Shop: Madewell, Nordstrom, Shopbop & Amazon

Cole Haan Mary Jane

Available in 2 colors

Cole Haan’s mary jane flats are a chic, office-appropriate version.

They come in a glossy black patent, have a simple gold buckle strap and just the tiniest heel to give you a slight lift.

Shop: Nordstrom & Amazon

Coach Mary Jane

Available in 3 colors

If you’re looking for a cross between a ballet flat and a mary jane, these Coach ones are perfect.

They’re made from smooth leather, with a slightly rounded toe and simple elastic strap.

Shop: Nordstrom, Bloomingdales & Amazon

Marc Fisher Mary Jane

Available in 3 colors

Another sleek and dainty mary jane.

I like the soft leather, subtle grosgrain trim and slim strap.

Shop: Nordstrom, Zappos & Amazon

Franco Sarto Mary Jane

Available in 9 colors

A fun French-girl take on the mary jane.

These Franco Sarto mary jane flats have a square toe, come in sleek patent leather and have a sculptural (but walkable) heel.

Shop: Nordstrom, Zappos & Amazon

Naturalizer Mary Jane

Available in 3 colors

Want to try the mary jane flat but can’t stand uncomfortable shoes?

Then pick up these Naturalizers which come in 3 colors, have a grippy non-slip sole and come crafted with a contour footbed technology for all day comfort.

Shop: Nordstorm, Zappos & Amazon