Summer 2024 shoe trends, including ballet flats, Mary Janes, and kitten heels, are on sale during Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale. Katie Holmes, Kate Middleton, and more celebs are fans of these styles.

Shop deals on this season's 'It' shoes at Nordstrom.

Although I stand barely at 5-feet-tall, I rarely wear high heels. I would rather slip into kitten heels or flats that offer both comfort and versatility than painfully add extra height to my stature. And while flats and kitten heels weren’t considered cool a few years ago, they’ve made a triumphant comeback with celebs like Meghan Markle, Reese Witherspoon, and Katie Holmes taking them out for a spin. 

It doesn’t hurt that these walkable shoes perfectly fit with everything from breezy dresses to wide-leg trousers to even loungewear. So, if you’re in need of new shoes and want to step out in summer’s hottest trend, you can find an array of chic Mary Janes (including flats and chunky block heels galore!), tapered slingbacks, and classic ballet flats for less during Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale. Below, we rounded up nine of the best picks to get you started.

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Summer Shoes

• Chinese Laundry Audrey Ballet Flat, $47 (Originally $70)
• Linea Paolo Mischa Mary Jane Pump, $90 (Originally $150)
• Franco Sarto Vana Flat, $70 (Originally $110)
• Paige Portia Slingback Pump, $200 (Originally $298) 
• Mansur Gavriel Square Toe Mary Jane Flat, $300 (Originally $445)
• BCBGeneration Kami Pointed Toe Kitten Heel, $70 (Originally $99)
• Nordstrom Mary Jane Flat, $60 (Originally $90)
• Sarto Gena Slingback Pointed Toe Pump, $90 (Originally $140)
• Dolce Vita Ashlyn Mary Jane Flat, $85 (originally $130)

Chinese Laundry Audrey Ballet Flat

Orig. $70 $47 at Nordstrom

Chinese Laundry’s Audrey Ballet Flat is a closet staple with a fun twist. Its metallic silver and gold colorways mixed with a high-shine finish and delicate bow adornment will make any outfit pop. Not to mention, Katie Holmes, Meghan Markle and Jane Fonda proved this is an on pointe summer shoe trend, as they’ve all recently stepped out in reflective ballet flats. But if the metallic options are too flashy for you, snag you can also snag them in ballet pink.

Linea Paolo Mischa Mary Jane Pump

Orig. $150 $90 at Nordstrom

Heels that are pain-free? One shopper says so, noting that the Linea Paolo Mischa Mary Jane Pumps “are comfortable and make a statement.” It could be that double-buckle straps offer extra ankle support, while the cushioned footbed and chunky block heel makes it comfy to walk around in. The Mary Janes’ sleek lacquered design and square toe front gives it a sophisticated edge.

Franco Sarto Vana Flat

Orig. $110 $70 at Nordstrom

Franco Sarto’s Vana Flat is the white tee of shoes—not only does it go with everything, but it can be dressed up or down, too. Plus, the Katie Holmes-worn brand features the ballet flat in various colors and patterns, including cream, black, silver, and animal print. What fans love the most, aside from its streamlined look, is how airy they feel. One shopper said the “leather is incredibly soft, like butter,” adding that they “appreciate the padding and support on the insole.”

Paige Portia Slingback Pump

Orig. $298 $200 at Nordstrom

If you want to wear summer’s ‘It’ shoe, look no further than the Portia Slingback Pump. The three-inch kitten heel not only resembles the pointed-toe slingbacks Kate Middleton wore at Wimbledon July 14, but the side cutouts “elevates” the classic style, one shopper noted. “Wore these on a night out on my birthday and my feet weren’t in pain at all,” they continued.

Mansur Gavriel Square Toe Mary Jane Flat

Orig. $445 $300 at Nordstrom

You can never go wrong with a pair of Mary Janes, especially ones that feature a comfortable flat design. And these Mansur Gavriel Mary Janes take it to another level with its trio of buckle straps, chic square toe, and colorful options, including a cherry red, metallic gold, and black. 

Shop more trendy summer shoes while they’re on sale at Nordstrom, below.

BCBGeneration Kami Pointed Toe Kitten Heel

Orig. $99 $70 at Nordstrom

Nordstrom Mary Jane Flat

Orig. $90 $60 at Nordstrom

Sarto Gena Slingback Pointed Toe Pump

Orig. $140 $90 at Nordstrom

Dolce Vita Ashlyn Mary Jane Flat

Orig. $130 $85 at Nordstrom