These £65 espadrilles look just like Ralph Lauren's £320 pair and are ideal for summer office shoes

The summer can create quite the sartorial conundrum when it comes to footwear. Sandals probably feel a bit too casual, but the rising temperatures usually mean loafers or heels are off the table too. Whilst ballet flats are having a serious moment right now, if you’re looking to switch it up a little bit, a pair of espadrille Mary Janes could be the perfect answer.

are a great choice, giving a chic and sophisticated look whilst still being summery and comfortable. But if their £319 price tag is enough to put you off don’t fret, because we’ve spotted a very similar pair at Crew Clothing for a much more affordable price.

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The are priced at £65, saving you £254 and have the same breezy and sophisticated look as the designer pair. Coming in both red and navy blue the shoes take the best elements of both espadrilles and classic Mary Janes and combine them together.

They feature an authentic flat sole with woven jute trim, with a rounded toe and single strap fastening over the arches. The fastening is fully adjustable with a buckle closure so you can get the right fit, and the flat flexible sole means they’re comfortable enough to wear all day – even on a long commute.

The upper is made from a soft breathable canvas-style material, whilst the outer soles are rubber which gives you plenty of grip and security. You can easily style them with everything from jeans and a T-shirt to midi dresses and wide leg trousers, making them a great versatile option to have in your wardrobe.

Proving to be a popular style for summer, plenty of other brands have also launched their own version. Anthropologie has launched its , which are £120 and have a chunkier flatform sole for some added height.

Meanwhile the from Free People are a great pick if you want more colour options, offering them in mauve, black, blue, yellow and red for £98. For a slightly different twist, Charles & Keith’s £59 are made from faux suede, rather than canvas, and have a slip-on mule-style design for added breeziness and comfort.

However if you want to get your hands on Crew Clothing’s you can still pick them up in all sizes from a 4 to an 8, with only size 3s currently out of stock.