Finding a pair of classic flats that feel timeless rather than trend-led can be surprisingly difficult, especially during the warmer months when heavy loafers and velvet slippers start to feel a little out of place. Thankfully, royal-loved British brand Penelope Chilvers has come to the rescue with a chic summer alternative – and it’s currently reduced by an impressive £100.
The label, which counts both Princess Catherine and Duchess Sophie among its stylish fans, has slashed the price of its luxurious velvet espadrilles from £149 to just £49, making now the perfect time to invest. If the silhouette looks familiar, that’s because Meghan Markle has spent more than a decade championing classic black velvet moccasins, wearing the elegant flats everywhere from her Suits days and royal tours to life in California.
They’re the kind of timeless shoe that works beautifully through autumn and winter, offering a polished finish that’s as practical as it is sophisticated.
But as temperatures climb, Penelope Chilvers has given the Duchess’s signature style a seasonal makeover.
Rather than a traditional moccasin, these elegant espadrilles feature the same effortless slip-on shape, but swap the heavier sole for a lightweight woven jute base that’s synonymous with summer dressing.
Crafted from luxurious black velvet, they offer the same understated elegance Meghan is known for, while feeling lighter, fresher and perfectly suited to everything from holidays abroad to garden parties and weekends in the sunshine.
Available in UK sizes 3 to 9, they’re the sort of shoe you’ll reach for time and time again. Style them with crisp white linen, relaxed tailoring or your favourite floaty summer dress for an effortlessly expensive look that never goes out of style.
With £100 off, the sale won’t last forever, making this the perfect opportunity to snap up one of Britain’s most royal-approved footwear brands for a fraction of the usual price.