Is there a more quintessential summer-in-the-city shoe than a classic ballet flat? There’s a reason it’s so popular: Low-key, lightweight, and comfortable, the footwear can be paired with virtually any kind of summery outfit—it’s the hero shoe of the season. That being said, it’s hardly an innovative style: It has long been a more stealthy wardrobe staple, a piece that blends into a look than stands out. But as stars like Katie Holmes and Anya Taylor-Joy have recently proven, you can find new updated versions of it that feel fresh and modern.

The key to a refreshed ballet flat lies in the silhouette. Just earlier today in New York, Holmes stepped out in one of her perfectly casual-cool outfits (including a denim button-up), and it was complete with a pair of elasticized leather ballet flats. Featuring a more scrunchy shape compared to your typical ballet flat, it read just a little more cool and edgy. Taylor-Joy recently wore the exact same construction while out in Los Angeles last month, pairing hers with a big faux-fur coat.