Neil Young thinks it’s better to burn out than to fade away, but what if a trend does neither? Some fashion trends end up sticking around long enough to earn a permanent place in our wardrobes. The sneaker-ballet flat hybrid has officially entered this category. To name but a few excellent variants: the Puma Speedcat Ballet Sneaker, the Adidas Taekwondo Mei, the Miu Miu Gymnasium Leather Ballerina, and the Onitsuka Tiger Gymnarina Ballet Flat. They’ve all continued to resonate well beyond the traditional trend cycle.
Emily Ratajkowski offered the latest proof of this shoe style’s longevity. She styled her Puma Speedcat Ballet Sneakers ($100) with a black boatneck T-shirt and a black midi skirt—a simple combination that let the hybrid shoes do all the talking. Her Pumas are comfy, cute, and easy to style with a million different outfits. What more could you ask for? Scroll down to shop her exact pair, as well as other versions of the now-classic style.
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