The Duchess of Sussex’s wardrobe for her recent tour of Colombia was a lesson in sartorial homage.
The royal championed a host of Colombian designers for the occasion, spanning palm leaf printed Johanna Ortiz dresses to spotted Juan Dios skirts.
Her footwear, however, added a touch of European glamour to her poignant fashion choices. Chanel ballet flats crafted from buttery goatskin, midnight black Aquazzura pumps and violet Manolo Blahniks made the cut.
© sussex.comHowever, one pair of sandals proved to be the royal’s favourite shoewear selection. Stuart Weitzman's 'Benni' flat slingbacks in a wearable tan hue accompanied several of the duchess' outfits, adding a practical twist to her elegant looks.
The modest yet modish flats blended minimalist design with meticulous craftsmanship. Soft, supple rich tan leather made for a functional footwear choice, while the slingback strap added a touch of effortless sophistication.
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Ease is ushered into the design via the flat sole and streamlined silhouette, which offered the royal a sleek, comfortable fit with every stylish step she took. Subtle stitching and a small, gold buckle adornment heightened the timeless appeal of the shoe.
© Eric CharbonneauThe flats came in handy for the duchess, who enjoyed a dance with her husband during a visit to the Unidad Recreativa El Vallado in Cali to join Jóvenes en Cali - a local youth organisation.
A clear departure from her signature stilettos courtesy of luxury labels, her well-priced Stuart Weitzman slip-ons demonstrated her considered shoe styling abilities.
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The breezy silhouette of the sandals has been toyed with by fellow shoewear brands with a royal clientele. Penelope Chilvers, L.K. Bennett and Victoria Beckham have all incorporated buttery soft, multi-strap tan sandals into their summer collection, proving that the popularity of the shoe is yet to dwindle.
No doubt the flats will become a firm favourite of Meghan’s, particularly for bracing the blistering Californian climate under which she, Harry and the children reside.
