The 20 Coolest Pairs of Mary Janes to Step Into Right Now
One part cutesy, one part high fashion.
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White sneakers, black boots, nude heels. These are shoes we can all agree upon, yes? Universally accepted as tasteful options that are necessary in any closet.
Jellies, cowboy boots, and Mary Janes, on the other hand, are a little more divisive. But here at ELLE, we would argue that there’s a time and place for every shoe—Mary Janes included. One of the biggest spring 2023 shoe trends from the runways, The strapped style is actually quite versatile. They can be heeled or flat. Fancy or casual. Statement or staple. Luckily for you, you can find examples of all this and more, below.
Here, find 20 of the most stylish pairs of Mary Jane shoes to shop right now.
Charles & Keith makes some stellar Mary Jane styles, like this one that’s giving all the bridal vibes.
| Sizes | 4–11 |
| Construction | Faux leather |
Aren’t these just precious? Snag them now and live in them when springtime rolls around.
| Sizes | EU 21–39 |
| Construction | Leather |
Blue, black, grey, or green—pick your poison with our new favorite shoe style from Marni.
| Sizes | IT 35—41 |
| Construction | Leather, rubber |
I know I’m not supposed to pick favorites, but...
| Sizes | 5—12 |
| Construction | Leather, rubber |
Sometimes you step into a shoe and it just makes you feel like you are that girl. These are those shoes.
| Sizes | IT 35–41 |
| Construction | Patent leather |
Melissa has long-been an editor favorite for chic jelly shoes, but the brand’s mary jane selection is not to be missed.
| Sizes | 5–10 |
| Construction | N/A |
Upcycling brand Re/Done is one of our favorites. Somehow, grunge meets playground in these, and somehow, it works perfectly.
| Sizes | IT 35–41 |
| Construction | Canvas, rubber |
I know Taylor Swift sang about a cat-eye sharp enough to kill, but what about a pointed toe?
| Sizes | 4–6.5 |
| Construction | Leather, rubber |
If you aren’t sure you can pull the style off, maybe dip a toe into the trend with an inexpensive (and returnable) pair from Amazon.
| Sizes | 4–11 |
| Construction | Faux leather |
Mary Janes < Mary Janes with a dangling designer charm
| Sizes | 5–11 |
| Construction | Leather |
Dr. Martens Addina Flower Buckle Leather Platform Shoes
Dr. Martens are never not a good idea. Buy ’em once, wear ’em forever.
| Sizes | 5–11 |
| Construction | Pebbled leather |
Class is in session, and this lesson is all about style.
| Sizes | 5–11 |
| Construction | Synthetic, textile |
Polished and classy, these pearl-adorned flats look fit for royalty.
| Sizes | IT 34–43 |
| Construction | Suede |
This Amazon pick comes in 27 colors and is available up to a size 13. Talk about a crowd pleaser.
| Sizes | 5–13 |
| Construction | Synthetic, rubber |
Khaite Lorimer Metallic Crinkled-Leather Mary Jane Pumps
Because you deserve to gleam and shine from head to toe.
| Sizes | IT 36–41 |
| Construction | Leather |
Big bow energy!
| Sizes | FR 35–39 |
| Construction | Leather, rubber |
Leave it to Versace to make the perfect leopard print pump.
| Sizes | IT 35–41 |
| Construction | Leather, textile, rubber |
This slipper style has been popular in Asian cultures for ages, but they’re just starting to pop up all over runways. Jump on this trend while it’s new.
| Sizes | IT 35—41 |
| Construction | Textile, leather |
If it doesn’t add at least two inches to my height, I simply don’t want it.
| Sizes | 6–11 |
| Construction | Leather, synthetic |
Straightforward and simple, you can dress this basic black shoe up or down with ease.
| Sizes | 7–11 |
| Construction | Leather |
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