Mary Janes are a mainstay in Olivia Rodridgo’s wardrobe. She loves everything from strappy shoes to square toes to platform shoes, but her latest pair leans towards the classics and isn’t season-appropriate. The Vogue
cover star wore a pleated black miniskirt, a deliberately unbuttoned knit tee and a pair of patent leather Mary Janes designed for summer (considering the fit) to SiriusXM in Los Angeles for her most recent goth girl fringe).
The revival of the Mary Jane began on the fall 2022 runway, with a renaissance of timeless style that was cooler and less pretentious in general. These shoes fit Rodrigo’s aesthetic very well and go well with socks (another top choice) as well as bare legs. But this latest pair features a high-shine finish, a single strap (with pearls!), and a demure block heel, proving that black patent leather shouldn’t be reserved for fall or a specific styling approach. Whether you prefer lace-up ballet flats, heels or platform shoes, a pair of Mary Janes can convey a sense of effortless sophistication.
