Amal Clooney Wore the Shoe Trend Every Fashion Person Is Obsessed With RN
There's nothing plain about Mary Janes. This storied shoe style—traditionally a flat black shoe with a single strap across the center of the foot—has been popular in America since the 1900s. After a century and a half of being styled with everything from flapper dresses to dungarees, this classic shoe is still captivating fashion obsessives everywhere, including the always elegant Amal Clooney.
Spotted on New York City's Upper East Side over the weekend, Clooney stepped out of her hotel wearing an older but no-less-lovely pair of patent-leather double-strap Mary Jane pumps by Prada. Paired with sheer black tights, a contrasting white turtleneck minidress, a white-speckled black coat, and Dior's Bar bag, the civil rights lawyer's outfit was at once timeless and totally 2023. And while the dressy daytime look works perfectly with her chunky-heeled shoes, we could just as easily see Clooney pairing the pumps with a structured suit or her favorite pair of jeans.
Given the versatility of Mary Janes, we were excited to see what today's interpretations of the iconic shoe look like. Ahead, we've found 10 pairs of high-heel Mary Janes with a variety of straps, heels, and finishes. We have a feeling you'll wear them for ages.
On Amal Clooney: Prada shoes
While it doesn't have the standout speckles like Amal's, the military elements like the statement buttons and flap pockets give a similar effect.
This dress would get a ton of use.
Shop Mary Jane Heels
We love how these shiny two-straps are styled with lavender socks.
If a chunkier sole and heel are more your thing, there are plenty of platform styles out there to peruse.
Like a chunky heel but don't want the platform? Go for Madewell's black leather two-strap design.
We're in it for the embellished buckle.
If a stiletto heel is a must, then Manolo Blahnik is the way to go, as the designer makes the perfect fit.
Of course the NYC-based It brand does a great version.
The higher the platform, the closer to heaven!
Next, The Pretty Shoe Trend Florence Pugh Wore to a Party Is About to Be Everywhere
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Drew Elovitz is originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, but has spent the last decade living and working in New York City. She earned a master's degree in media and popular culture from New York University, then began her career on the internet as the Twitter voice of Barbie. She worked previously at Who What Wear as the director of content strategy and also spent several years leading the social media teams at Teen Vogue and Entertainment Weekly. You'll find her byline on the site around topics such as celebrity fashion, must-have basics, beauty favorites (particularly nail polish), and wellness tips and tricks.
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