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Rosalía, Balletcore and Sneakerinas’ Latest Fashion Revival
Rosalía’s recent ballet-inspired outfits are being linked to a renewed interest in balletcore fashion and “sneakerinas”, hybrid shoes combining trainer comfort with ballet-flat styling. The trend matters because it reflects a wider shift towards more practical, versatile versions of traditionally delicate fashion looks.
JD Sports said Spanish Google searches for Adidas’ Taekwondo Mei rose 252% in the past month, while demand for the shoe on its site increased 275%; global searches for “balletcore” rose 154%. The style had already been gaining momentum, with Lyst data cited in 2025 showing a 1,300% rise in searches for “ballet sneakers”, and brands including Puma, Louis Vuitton and Vivaia have since released similar designs.
In short
- Rosalía is helping revive balletcore fashion this summer.
- Sneakerina demand and related searches have risen sharply.
- Major brands are expanding the ballet-trainer hybrid trend.
Explained simply
Balletcore is a fashion trend combining the refined aesthetics of ballet with casual, everyday wear. Sneakerinas—trainers designed to look like ballet flats—are central to this style, offering both comfort and elegance. The trend appeals to people wanting clothing and shoes that are beautiful but practical for daily life.
The style has been growing in popularity, with major brands including Puma, Louis Vuitton and Vivaia launching ballet-inspired trainers. Rosalía, a Spanish singer and performer, has been wearing balletcore-inspired outfits prominently. The movement reflects a broader pattern in modern fashion: making traditionally formal or impractical styles work for everyday wear.
This matters because it shows how consumers are reshaping fashion to suit their real lives. Rather than keeping ballet aesthetics confined to specific contexts like dance studios, balletcore integrates them into everyday street style. The trend represents a genuine shift in what people value in clothing—beauty combined with practical comfort.