In fashion, where nostalgia often intertwines with reinvention, the ballet flat has undergone a radical transformation.
No longer just the dainty, hyper-feminine staple of the early 2000s, it’s now infused with a streetwise, athletic edge. This season, sportswear giants like Puma and Onitsuka Tiger are reviving their archival ballet-style trainers, melding the delicate silhouette of a practice shoe with the practicality of a sneaker. Options by the former are only available for pre-order, and the latter are so often sold out that they’re re-selling for upwards of £600.
