This Elegant Ballet Flat Is Katie Holmes’s Key to Leveling Up Her Sweatpants

This Elegant Ballet Flat Is Katie Holmes’s Key to Leveling Up Her Sweatpants

If there’s one thing I’ve learned from celebrity street style, it’s this: stars have a go-to uniform for everyday errands—and Katie Holmes is no exception. Whether it’s her or fellow icons like Jennifer Lawrence and Gigi Hadid, they all lean on a trusty trio of fashion staples: comfy trousers, a roomy tote bag, and walkable flat shoes. On June 5, Holmes nailed the look.

Out for another effortlessly chic stroll, Katie wore gray straight-leg sweatpants and—yes—those signature black ballet flats she adores. With their elasticized tops and pull-tabs, her flats look like a pair from Mansur Gavriel, a brand she clearly loves (and often wears). She’s also a big fan of their sleek totes.

For her top layer, Holmes kept it simple with a denim button-down shirt and carried a stylish leather shopper from Mango. And good news: her exact tote is currently on sale for just $46—a far more wallet-friendly option than her usual $745 Manu Atelier favorite.

After more than a decade of living in NYC, Holmes has perfected the art of turning basic pieces into effortlessly cool outfits. White T-shirts, neutral trenches, and yes—even sweatpants—suddenly look polished when she wears them. This latest look proves it again: she made gray sweats look fashion-forward.

Marie Claire even chronicled her ballet flat obsession back in 2024. Though she’s been laying low this spring, making only a few public appearances, her low-key outfits are still inspiring—especially for those of us working from home.

As a remote writer, Holmes’s casual OOTD hit at the perfect time. The next time I throw on sweatpants (which, let’s be honest, will be tomorrow), I’ll channel her sleek, comfy style.