What happens when sneakers meet ballet flats? The sneakerina is born—a chic, feminine, coquette-style shoe that’s all the rage this spring. The best part? There are plenty of vegan sneakerina options that are as kind to animals as they are stylish. Get ready to meet the animal-free versions of this must-have shoe.
What Is a Sneakerina?
The sneakerina trend combines the casual comfort of sneakers with the dainty silhouette of ballet flats. It’s a perfect choice for those who want street style with a touch of elegance. Many sneakers are made using the skin of cows and other animals, but lots of sneakerinas are made with animal-free materials like satin. Vegan sneakerina shoes are a win for animals and fashion!
There’s no excuse for wearing shoes made of skin torn from intelligent, social, sensitive animals such as cows, so take your shoe game to the next level and slip on a pair made of vegan materials like recycled water bottles and plants.
5 Vegan Sneakerina Style Shoes to Wear This Spring and Summer
Vivaia Christina Lace-Up Sneakerina
Made from recycled materials, this satin sneakerina offers a foldable design, a plush sole for comfort, and elegant ribbon lacing. This gorgeous pair of shoes is also machine-washable, so there’s no need to stress about wearing them out and about!
Staud Gino Neoprene Ballet Sneaker
This high-fashion vegan sneakerina is made from panels of neoprene set on chunky rubber soles. Dress these shoes up or down—they’ll shine no matter what!
Clara Ballet Sneaker
If you like to put your own spin on trends, this playful sneakerina is for you! This funky shoe features a cross-strap design with heart-shaped buckles, a removable ankle strap, and a lightweight platform sole that gives you a boost height-wise without compromising comfort.
Tuk Footwear Ballet Creeper
Crafted from black vegan suede, this PETA-approved shoe features a pointed toe, five buckle straps, and a comfortable memory foam insole.
Ten Little Slip-Ons
If the little ballet enthusiast in your life wants to rock the sneakerina trend, don’t worry—there are vegan sneakerinas in all shapes and sizes, including for kids! These vegan slip-on sneakers make getting ready a breeze.
Take the First Step: Go Vegan
The future of fashion is sustainable, ethical, and vegan, and this abundance of animal- and eco-friendly shoe options proves it. Check out the PETA Shopping Guide for more animal-friendly products.
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