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Just like Chuck Taylors for sneakers, flats of all shapes and forms seem to never go out of style. Mule flats specifically have been on an upward trend for awhile now, with fashion market data from Research Reports World predicting the elegant footwear will “remain favorable through 2032.” The most coveted design seems to be Gucci’s Princetown Leather Slipper, which celebrities including Vanessa Hudgens, Lucy Hale and even Jennifer Aniston have previously been spotted wearing.
Gucci’s luxuriously smooth leather mules come with shimmering gold accents in addition to a $950 price tag. If you still want to hop on the trend, but aren’t ready to shell out almost $1,000 for the chic pair, Target has a pair of practically identical mule flats that reviewers are calling “sleek” and they’re only $30.
Keep reading to shop the Gucci mule flat dupes below.
A New Day Sandy Mule Flats
Mule flats like this pair from Target are essential shoes to add to your rotation as they work with a variety of outfits from professional, business casual or if you want to add an Italian-chic vibe to your look. The slip-on design makes it simple to quickly throw on a pair of shoes that’ll instantly give you a sophisticated, put-together appearance no matter your outfit or occasion.
When you slide these Target mules onto your feet, you’ll notice the footbed has a memory foam cushion for added comfort as well as a medium width that’ll let your feet spread without feeling constricted.
Besides showing off an elevated construction, the mules are reviewer-loved, with shoppers claiming the fit is “great for wide feet” while the design is a “good lookalike for higher-end mules” since the shoes “look so much more expensive than they are.”
Compared to the original Gucci Princetown mules below, you can see the two dress shoes look almost indistinguishable, allowing you to save some major cash while showing of the elevated footwear.
Gucci Women's Princetown Leather Slipper
Gucci’s flat mules were designed in Italy using a complete leather upper and interior. The top comes with a golden horseshoe bit for a touch of glimmering chicness. The brand recommends sizing up as the style tends to run small.
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