SNEAKERINAS ARE TRENDING – HERE’S HOW TO STYLE THEM

You might’ve noticed everyone going wild for animal print recently. After last year’s love of all things leopard, 2026 has made way for deer print. And if that wasn’t sweet enough, Puma has combined the delicate pattern with their iconic Speedcat Ballet flat. Finished with a pony hair texture and soft brown straps, this shoe is the best of what’s trending. Pair with breezy basics to balance the playful footprint.

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Puma Speedcat Doelette ballet flats in deer print - Exclusive to ASOS, £80
Good American good waist palazzo jeans in mid blue wash, £147
Stradivarius Topstitched belt with asymmetric buckle in brown, £9.99
Topshop Gracie grab bag in chartreuse, £26
Weekday Essence standard t-shirt in white, £10

The truest essence of a sneakerina is one with a sporty side. Sticking with Puma, the H-Street ballet flats feature a breathable mesh upper and elasticated straps for all-day comfort. The textured rubber sole adds some tech-forward edge to the traditional ballet flat, and thanks to the all-black design, they pair well with pretty much everything. We love using these to dress down more formal pieces like tailoring, especially an oversized short now that the sun’s out.

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Puma H-Street ballet flats in black, £70
AWARE pleat front tailored shorts in black, £40
Weekday oversized boxy fit long sleeve t-shirt in black, £16
AIRE objective slim oval metal sunglasses in black, £30
ASOS DESIGN mesh tote bag in black, £20

Thanks to bold new silhouettes in their low-profile lineup, adidas is a heavyweight in the sneakerina game right now. These Taekwondo Mei ballet flats are a standout, with a crochet design that breaks every rule in the trainer book. Woven styles are also a major trend for spring, so these sweet sneakers cover plenty of fashion ground. We’re loving these with white denim and low-slung, relaxed silhouettes.

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adidas Originals Taekwondo Mei crochet ballet in off white, £90
Levi's middy loose boot jeans in ecru, £80
Cotton On Ultra soft cropped fitted tshirt in white, £15
Stradivarius Faux suede bomber jacket in stone, £59.99
My Accessories satin paisley neck-tie in cream, £9

We wouldn’t go as far as saying sneakerinas can be formal, but this leather pair comes close enough. Jeffrey Campbell is known for bold shoes, and now the brand has put its stamp on the ballet-sneaker hybrid. The black leather leans chicer than your usual sporty trainer, with simple string laces for a delicate touch. We’d pair them with a preppy mini skirt and bomber jacket – the epitome of inner-city cool.

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Jeffrey Campbell sneakerina shoes with laces in black, £139
New Look check pleated mini skirt in brown, £24
ASOS DESIGN oversized bomber jacket in plum, £70
Dragon Diffusion Santa Croce big woven leather bag in dark brown, £438

The Nike Air Rift is a sneakerina with a twist – a gap, to be more specific. The infamous tabi design has divided group chats for years, but Nike’s spin is a touch more wearable thanks to the casual feel of these sneakers. With an uber comfy sole and easy strap fastening, they instantly bring feminine pieces into unexpected territory. Just watch your classic poplin skirts turn heads when paired with these controversial steppers. Say what you want about the Air Rift, but they’re a great conversation starter.

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Nike Air Rift patent trainers in black, £119.99
Topshop pintuck poplin full skirt in buttermilk, £42
New Look boat neck button through tank top in black, £12
ASOS DESIGN ruched pocket tote bag in mono gingham, £20