Sneakerina replaces 'dads'
Spring’s must‑wear sneaker is the 'sneakerina' — a hybrid ballet‑inspired, retro sneaker that’s sleeker than chunky 'dad' shoes and meant to pair with both athleisure and tailored pieces. Editors say expect luxe suede textures and a leaner silhouette to dominate street and gym style this season. (womanandhome.com)
Designer Simone Rocha first fused a ballet flat upper with a treaded sole in her “Tracker” ballerina, a silhouette she debuted in September 2020 that designers and editors now cite as the early spark for the current ballet‑sneaker wave. (thecut.com)) Louis Vuitton rolled out its LV Sneakerina in boutiques on April 11, 2025, listing the style at about $975 at launch. (whowhatwear.com)) Trend data show the moment has gone mainstream: Trendalytics reported a roughly 21,080% year‑over‑year spike in Google searches for “sneakerina,” while TikTok videos tagged with the term have amassed about 47 million views. (fashionista.com)) Both high fashion and high street are supplying models: Fashionista and other outlets name Miu Miu, Adidas (including Samba‑style iterations), Puma, Jil Sander and Larroudé among brands shipping ballet‑inspired trainers this season. (fashionista.com)) Price points span entry to luxury — Simone Rocha’s Tracker ballerina lists around £625 on the designer site, Louis Vuitton’s Sneakerina retailed near $975, and mass‑market suede ballet trainers from UGG appear around $140. (simonerocha.com)) Retail and runway coverage during recent fashion months recorded a clear shift away from oversized “dad” silhouettes toward sleeker, ballet‑influenced profiles, with buyers and editors flagging slim, retro trainer shapes as the season’s priority. (msn.com))
