‘Sneakerinas' are the latest divisive shoe trend after Bella Hadid was spotted in £100 pair
Over the past few years, we've had plenty of divisive shoe trends, from UGG's Mary-Jane shearling shoes to Maison Margiela's iconic Tabis and mesh ballet flats. And now 2025 presents the latest 'ugly' shoe trend - the 'sneakerina'.
As you can probably guess from the hybrid name, the sneakerina combines trainers (or sneakers as Americans call them) and ballerina flats. This sounds pretty harmless, considering the two shoes are already popular and not exactly conterversial. However, the result is something many people have mixed opinions about.
A-List celebs have, of course, already adopted this trend from Phoebe Dynevor to Bella Hadid, who was spotted wearing a reasonably affordable £119 pair from Vivaia.
£100 is on the pricier side, but considering where the trend started at the likes of Miu Miu and Louis Vuitton, Vivaia's Cristina Satin Sneakerinas are a bit more wallet-friendly. Not only is Bella a huge fan of Vivaia's pair, but so is Charli XCX, who was seen sporting two different pairs in the Coachella desert.
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The Vivaia shoes have been crafted a smooth satin fabric like classic ballet shoes, but sit upon on a rubber sole like a trainer. The result? A sporty-looking ballet flat that perfectly combines feminine and athletic fashion.
As with all trends that start off on high fashion runways, they trickle down into the high street, and we've found a few more sneakerina styles you shop for less.
Cece Satin Ruched Bow Sneakers, Charles & Keith, available for £75 here
Not only are the sneakerinas a huge trend, but so are metallic shoes, so these silver satin sneakers from Charles & Keith combine both trends in one. If the silver isn't really your style, they are also available in a classic black colourway.
Speedcat Suede Ballet Shoes Women, Puma, available for £79.99 here
Dua Lipa posted an Instagram carousel sporting the Puma Speedcat Ballet Shoes, showing that she's given this controversial trend her seal of approval. Dua's exact metallic silver ones are currently out of stock, but we've found some suede pink ones from Puma that still perfectly fit into the trend.
Flavia Ballerina Sneakers, J W Pei, available for £100 here
Considering how popular the 'balletcore' aesthetic was last year, it's no surprise realyl to see this trainer trend take off. These baby pink ones from JW Pei add more a feminine touch to the sporty look, and we love them.
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