If you love Simone Rocha's shoes, look for four details rather than a logo: pearl or bead embellishment, bows and ribbon ties, sheer or lace uppers, and a flat or ballet shape. Brands often compared to her include Sandy Liang and Molly Goddard for the same romantic mood, and her own collaborations with Crocs and adidas are the official lower-priced route. For under $90, vegan flats and heels with beading, bows and lace give the look without the price.
Simone Rocha's pearl-studded mary jane ballerinas sell for around $700 (October 2026), and her satin ballet runners for a similar amount in euros. Pages that rank for "brands like Simone Rocha" are almost all about clothing: long brand lists with no dollar prices and nothing on shoes. This guide is only about footwear, breaks her style into the details you can actually shop for, and is honest about what lower-priced shoes can and cannot copy.
Simone Rocha's shoe details, and where else to find them
| Detail | What it does in her shoes | Lower-priced version | Lil Cacti pair |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pearls and beads | Clusters on the strap or toe make a flat look like jewelry | Beaded or embroidered uppers | Lace Embroidered Mesh Ballet Flats |
| Bows | Soft, slightly oversized, often in satin or ribbon | Cord or satin bows on flats | Iselle, Margot, Rosie |
| Ribbon ties | Ballet-shoe ties around the ankle | Lace-up ballerina flats and heels | Prima, Romy |
| Sheer and lace | Tulle and lace that show the foot | Mesh and lace flats | Florence, Lace Embroidered Mesh |
| Satin | Soft sheen, often in black or pale pink | Vegan satin flats and heels | Ballet Satin Sandal Heels, Rosie |
| Chunky or grip soles | Make delicate uppers wearable | Ballet sneakers | Velvet Barre Ballet Sneakers |
| Price | About $700 and up | Varies | $54.99 to $88 |
Pearls and beading
The pearl is the detail most associated with Simone Rocha. On her flats, a cluster of faux pearls or crystals sits on the strap or the toe, so the shoe works almost as an accessory. You can find a softer version in beaded and embroidered uppers, where the beads are scattered rather than clustered.
Lace Embroidered Mesh Ballet Flats
Sheer mesh, floral embroidery and pearl-like beading: the closest pair in our range to her embellished flats.
Lace Embroidered Mesh Ballet Flats
In white, the beading reads almost bridal; in black, more gothic.
Wear with white ankle socks and a full skirt for the most Rocha-like outfit, or bare legs and a slip dress for a quieter one.
Bows
Bows in her collections tend to be soft and slightly too big, which is what keeps them from looking prim. On a lower-priced flat, a gathered vamp or a cord bow gives a similar romantic effect.
Iselle Lace-Up Mary Jane Ballet Flats
Ruched upper and a cord bow on a mary jane flat: romantic without looking girlish.
Margot Mary Jane Slingback Pumps
A cord bow at the toe of a low-heeled pump, for an evening take on the bow flat.
Rosie Tabi Ballerina Pumps
Blush satin, a tiny bow and a split toe, for a softer, more pastel version.
Ribbon ties and ballet shapes
Her shoes often borrow from dance: ribbon ties, satin and a flat sole. Lace-up ballerinas carry this most directly.
Prima Lace-Up Ballerina Heels
Satin with a bow and long ribbons that wrap the ankle, like a pointe shoe for evening.
Romy Lace-Up Ballet Flats
A flat ballet shape with laces, for wearing the ribbon idea every day.
Sheer lace and mesh
Tulle and lace are central to her clothes, and they appear on her shoes too. A sheer upper shows the foot, which makes even a black shoe feel light.
Florence black Lace Ballet Flats
Black floral lace with micro sequins and a thin bow strap: sheer, sparkly and flat.
Pair sheer flats with lace socks to add one more layer of texture.
Scalloped Lace Tabi Socks
Lace socks with a scalloped cuff: a frilled sock look to show above a flat.
Satin
Ballet Satin Sandal Heels
Satin with a square toe, a bow and mary jane straps on a sculpted heel.
Sizing for romantic flats
Sheer and lace flats have little structure, so they should fit snugly from the first wear; they will not mold to the foot the way soft leather does. If you are between sizes, choose the smaller size for mesh and lace, and the larger one for closed satin pumps. Most of these pairs come in EU 35 to 40; the Lace Embroidered Mesh flats go to 42, Florence to 45 and Prima from 34 to 46. If you are buying a split-toe pair, see do tabi shoes run small.
Caring for beads, lace and satin
Never put embellished or lace shoes in water. Spot clean mesh with a cloth and a drop of mild soap, dabbing around beads. Check that beads are secure before each wear. Blot satin with a barely damp cloth instead of rubbing. Store each pair boxed with tissue and keep nothing on top. Our guide to how to store ballet flats covers each material.
Simone Rocha, Sandy Liang, Molly Goddard or Lil Cacti?
Simone Rocha's shoes are some of the most distinctive in fashion, and the craft shows: real embellishment, leather linings and a strong point of view that runs from her clothes to her accessories. Her collaborations with Crocs and adidas are a lower-priced official way to own one of her designs. Sandy Liang is often named alongside her for playful, girlish shoes and accessories at a lower designer price, and Molly Goddard for the same love of tulle and volume, mostly in clothing.
Lil Cacti does not copy any of them. What we offer is the same set of details in vegan materials, from $54.99 to $88, with no logo or label from any other brand. Our shoes do not have real pearls, tulle or hand embellishment, and if those are what you want, saving for the original is the honest advice. Shipping is free over $90.
Frequently asked questions
What brands are similar to Simone Rocha?
Brands often compared to her include Sandy Liang, Molly Goddard, Cecilie Bahnsen and Yuhan Wang for clothes. For shoes, look for flats with beading, bows, ribbon ties or lace at any price.
How much are Simone Rocha shoes?
Her embellished ballet flats and mary janes are around $700 and up in 2026. Collaborations with Crocs and adidas cost much less.
Are Simone Rocha shoes vegan?
Many of her shoes use leather, for example in the lining. Check each product page. All Lil Cacti shoes are made with vegan materials.
Are there pearl ballet flats under $100?
Yes. Look for beaded or embroidered flats; our Lace Embroidered Mesh Ballet Flats are $58.99.
How do I style romantic flats without looking too sweet?
Pair them with something plain or tough: straight jeans, a black knit, a leather-look jacket. Let the shoe be the only frilly piece.
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