Satin Sneakers are the Sleeper Trend You’ll See Everywhere This Spring

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It might be rubber boot season now, but come spring, it’ll be all about the satin sneaker. Light and delicate, this feminine sneaker invites a juxtaposition of material and category, contrasting the durability associated with sneakers, usually produced in leather or canvas, with the delicate quality of satin. In other words, girlhood knows no bounds.

The rise of the satin sneaker comes as no surprise, of course. After the takeover of sneakerinas (a.k.a. ballet sneakers), it makes sense that a more minimalist, everyday version would gain popularity. The satin sneakers of today are sneakerinas’ older sister, in shades anywhere from black to periwinkle to emerald green. Most adhere to the ultra-slim, ultra-flat style popular in other sneakers, and while we wouldn’t go puddle-hopping in these, brands have found a way to make the delicate material durable enough to face the outside world. Get ahead of the trend and shop our favorite styles for spring below.

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