Runways and girlies on the internet are not getting over the ballet flats trend anytime soon. Be it Rachel Antonoff’s 'Butter Me Up' collection or the latest Spring Summer 2024 collection by Miu Miu, we're seeing big brands hopping onto the bandwagon. The balletcore trend established a steady presence on TikTok, with celebrities like Bella Hadid, Mine Mucahid, and Katie Giorgadze also seen rocking the 'IT' shoe and reminiscing in 2000s nostalgia. With impending summer, the trend seems to be getting a sporty upgrade, merging the essence of Mary Jane and ballet flats with the addition of stretchy straps on the top and a more spacey toe box.
Brands such as Mango, Skechers, and Alaia have already jumped on the trend, offering this in a variety of styles including satin, bows, leather, suede, and mesh, and it's safe to say that they effortlessly bring a chic, Parisian vibe to a range of outfits, while being more comfortable and supportive. And if you too, have been eyeing the trend and wondering how to incorporate and personalise it, then here is your ultimate mood board on styling the 'new', energetic and sporty ballerina flats with all its subtrends.