Just when it seemed like the ballet trend was about to fade from the scene, it gracefully returns—this time in the sneaker department. As the dancer-inspired aesthetic flourishes in the footwear department, what started out as a delicate flat shoe has evolved into a more versatile style. Recently, Louis Vuitton gave a nod to the sport of ballet with the launch of its new LV Sneakerina.
As the name suggests, it’s a low-profile sneaker that offers the same comfortable fit as a ballet slipper. This stylish shoe comes in a variety of colors and materials, including soft calf suede and metallic leather. Every detail of LV has been carefully designed to reflect its true fashion style. Even the sole of the sneaker is printed with its signature monogrammed flowers.
Of course, the brand joins the growing list of designers who like to combine soft silhouettes with the hard edge of sneakers. Cecilie Bahnsen leads the trend with a quirky yet feminine style that features Velcro straps and floral embossing. Chloé all but redefined the category by fusing ballerina prints with the edge of a boxing shoe, while Dries Van Noten elevated the style with runway-ready designs that look equally good with a suit and jeans.