Everyone Is Obsessed With The Row’s Black Ballet Flats, But Gwyneth Paltrow Just Swerved Them for This Designer Alternative

I’ve always considered myself something of a wardrobe minimalist. My capsule collection is relentlessly simple: black shoes, white tops, dark knits and plenty of jeans see me through the seasons.

Rarely does a non-neutral shade make it into the mix. Still, whilst a streamlined wardrobe makes getting dressed uncomplicated, it can sometimes leave me feeling uninspired by the familiar pieces I reach for day after day. I'm in a phase like this at the moment, which has led me on a search to add some more interesting items to my collection that still feel like me. Just this week, I found exactly what I was after, courtesy of Gwyneth Paltrow.

Side-stepping every other celebrity's favourite black The Row ballet flats, Gwyneth stepped out in Loewe's Pebble Leather Ballet Flats (£795) in a rich burgundy shade instead—the colour of which added a rich depth to her outfit that made it feel aptly interesting without becoming heavy.

Doubling down on the rich winter hue, Gwyneth paired her glossy flats with burgundy trousers and a relaxed denim shirt. Where The Row's black ballet flats would have faded into the background, the tonal pairing brought subtle interest and a level of sophistication without overwhelming or complicating her look. By opting for Loewe’s sculptural design over the celebrity-loved The Row ballet flats, Gwyneth also tapped into a fresh shoe trend that feels both timeless and forward-looking.

If, like me, you’re tempted to introduce a touch of burgundy into your rotation, scroll on to discover and shop my edit of the best burgundy flats to wear now and for seasons to come.

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