They say everything eventually cycles back into fashion, and in my experience, this is especially true with denim. Last week, I saw Kylie Jenner sporting studded jeans and Sarah Pidgeon in a two-tone style. Even Victoria Beckham has embraced vintage denim, featuring low-rise capri jeans in her Victoria Beckham x Gap collection. Most recently, though, Katie Holmes showcased the look by wearing patch-pocket jeans with ballet flats.

This week in NYC, Holmes was photographed strolling nonchalantly through the streets in a spring denim ensemble. As mentioned, she wore patch-pocket jeans in a faded black wash with a black T-shirt and a brown suede bomber jacket. For her shoes, she chose ballet flats, not a classic pair, but a very 2026 pair: glove flats. This shoe pairing seemed intentional because the design’s modernity made the “dated” denim feel cool and fresh.

For those who need a refresher, glove flats are a minimalist style made of soft leather that molds to the foot. The skin-hugging design offers more coverage than a traditional ballet flat and, without the uncomplicated bow-adornments, feels less fussy. Some styles feature a V-cut vamp, while others feature a straight cut across. Regardless of the pair, they all have a streamlined finish that adds polish to any outfit—even dated jeans.

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