When you’re deep in the fashion brands rabbit hole, you’d notice that there’s a certain trend that’s been trending for awhile now and it has yet to die down even years after. Can you guess what it is?
Correct, it’s Ballerina Flats!
It has definitely taken varying forms over the years but it manages to retain the neat, dainty, and girlish touch throughout all of its forms. I’m sure you’re familiar with Mary Jane—surprise, it’s also an alteration of ballerina flats. We’ve seen this buzz in notable fashion houses’ collections like Miu Miu, Alaia, Mar Jacquemus that it’s safe to say that ballerina flats are the It-Girl of the fashion scene right now. But how did we get here?
Believe it or not, we can trace it back to the 19th century.
The ballerina aesthetic has long held its place in the fashion world for its elegance, practicality, and enduring cultural influence. According to L’Officiel USA, its timeless appeal was solidified in 1947 when Rose Repetto reimagined ballet shoes into everyday wear, seamlessly bridging stagewear and street style. By the 1950s, icons like Brigitte Bardot and Audrey Hepburn turned ballet flats into global symbols of effortless sophistication. Decades later, they remain relevant as fashion continues to rediscover their minimal, feminine, and versatile charm—proving once again that trends always find their way back.
Now, the beloved ballerina flat has a new counterpart: its comfier, more casual, and outgoing twin—the Sneakerina. As the name suggests, it’s a clever blend of sneakers and ballet flats. Sounds odd? Wait until you see these local Sneakerina picks that might just change your mind.
MKS Shoes’ Ostera and Bruna
Nappa Milano’s Gail Ballet
Shop at Blow’s Masa Sneakers and Ama Sneakers
Adorable Projects’ Zolisya Sneakers and Zeeva Sneakers
The sneakerinas are taking over the local shoes scene and it is, for sure, a cute trend to jump into. Mixing comfort and attitude into one, giving you the comfort to choose whether to dress up or dress down. So, are you in for the sneakerina trend?
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