Laura Harrier Wore This Underrated Flat-Shoe Trend in L.A.

Shoe-lovers, rejoice! Comfort and style unit in the latest footwear to take over Hollywood: the velvet smoking slipper. A classic combination of structured design and luxurious fabric, these low-profile shoes are the missing ingredient in any “throw it on and go” outfit. Consider them a more refined version of a flip-flop or Birkenstock without the clunkiness of a clog. And Laura Harrier knows precisely how to wear them.

Recently, the actress was spotted in L.A. wearing a classic version of the shoe in a rich ochre velvet. Worn with baggy blue jeans, a white tank, and a cotton jacket, these neutral shoes added an element of luxury to this otherwise utilitarian look. And we’re 100% here for it.

Keep scrolling to see how Harrier styled this chic footwear, and shop our favorite pairs of velvet smoking slippers available now. They’re the ideal footwear for transitioning from winter to spring, provided the forecast in your area skews more toward sunshine than snow by mid-March. Worst case: they’re still slippers, so you can wear them inside and feel fancy at home.

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