Charli XCX and Bella Hadid Can’t Stop Wearing This Summer’s “It” Girl Shoe — And It’s an Under-$130 Version of Louis Vuitton’s Pricy Pair

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If traditional boat shoes don’t appeal to you, consider the emerging trend of sneakers blended with ballet flats, a style popularized by Charli XCX, Bella Hadid, and Amelia Gray Hamlin that will be prevalent this summer.

Last month, Louis Vuitton introduced their Sneakerina at an extravagant event held at San Vicente Bungalows. Notable attendees such as Phoebe Dynevor, the Haim sisters, and fashion influencers Jamie Mizrahi, Elizabeth Stewart, and Jeanne Yang were among those who appreciated the $975 foldable leather flats. If you’re not quite prepared to invest nearly a thousand dollars in Louis Vuitton’s stylish design, consider Vivaia – an affordable brand that offers shoes similar to those adored by stars like the Cristina and Yanka models, which are also easy to clean.

Vivaia’s sneakerina is a stylish lace-up design available in either round or square toes. Priced between $119 to $129, these trendy footwear options are almost 90% cheaper than their designer leather counterparts. The singer known for “Sympathy Is a Knife” was seen wearing the Peach Blush pair during Coachella’s first weekend, paired with a Lou Reed t-shirt and silk skirt. Later, she was also spotted donning them while strolling around New York City in May. Both Hadid and Hamlin have been photographed wearing these ballerina-like shoes in various colors such as white, black, and pink.

These shoes are designed to provide a comfortable, barefoot-like experience while also being environmentally friendly. They are made from recycled materials and feature a triple-layered sole for added comfort. The Yanka sneakers have a round toe design and are available in white, light blue, black, and light pink, with an additional color option of butter yellow for the Cristina shoes. Both styles include a square toe design as well. They are crafted from recycled satin fabric, have a suede-like sole, an elastic heel to prevent chafing, and a rubber outsole. Each pair comes with two sets of shoelaces: one flat ribbon and one round satin version.

Established in 2020, Vivaia is recognized for its economically priced and comfortable footwear crafted from eco-friendly materials like recycled plastic bottles, sugarcane foam, rice husks, natural rubber, and more. Notable personalities such as Katie Holmes, Oprah Winfrey, Selena Gomez, and Julia Roberts have been spotted wearing pieces from the brand. For instance, Katie Holmes was seen in the Flat Pro, which resembles The Row’s ballet flats, while out and about in New York. Oprah Winfrey opted for the Regina Pro boots with a square toe, Selena Gomez paired her nearly $5,000 Valentino gown with the now-sold-out Melody slingback heels, and Julia Roberts was seen in the water-repellent Tara Pro knee-high boots and the perforated Melissa ankle boots.

In addition to Scarlett Johansson, Jenna Ortega, Naomi Watts, and Emma Roberts, other celebrities have graced the screens of Vivaia as well.

As a gaming enthusiast, I can’t resist checking out the vibrant collection of Vivaia’s Sneakerina shoes available on their website, vivaia.com. From captivating colors to both round- and square-toe styles, I’m tempted to add each pair to my cart before they disappear from the shelves!

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2025-05-06 00:54