Primark's £6 ballet flats have been compared to Chanel's £820 version, with the budget-friendly shoes described as “so similar” to the luxury originals. The faux leather pumps cost £814 less than the high-end pair, which are crafted from lambskin and patent calf skin.
Sara Saleh's comparison
Fashion and beauty content creator Sara Saleh heard about the shoes and wanted to see how they compared to the £820 pumps in real life. She searched the store and found them on the shelves, even buying a pair for her sister, knowing she would love them too.
The beige and black shoes closely resemble those sold by Chanel, although the originals use superior materials. Saleh noted that the suede is “very much darker” than the originals, and she thought “it would be quite light cream.” Still, she was impressed, and at just £6, they are worth trying on.
Product details
Primark's website describes the shoes as part of the ballet core trend, featuring a faux leather composition and a bow detail to the front. The listing suggests styling them with slim-fit trousers and a satin shirt for the office, or with denim mom jeans and a graphic tee for a casual look.
Chanel's website offers little description beyond the materials, but confirms the shoes feature the iconic double C logo. When deciding which pair to buy, shoppers should consider their budget and whether the higher-priced version justifies its cost through superior quality materials.
Shopper reactions
In the comments section, one shopper remarked that the shoes are “so so cute” and that they “love” the Primark version. Another raised concerns, complaining: “They're cute, but they hurt my feet.” A fellow commenter disagreed, writing: “I have these, and they haven't hurt me at all, so defo recommend.”
