{ } trends CHIC GEOMETRY Givenchy Introduces the Sliced Square ballerina
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OR FALL/WINTER 2025, SARAH Burton introduces a new icon into the Givenchy vocabulary: the Sliced Square ballerina. Inspired by the sharp modernity of her couture- inflected silhouettes, the shoe distills the house’s 1950s heritage into a form both precise and daring. Its geometry is defined by a front sliced with architectural clarity—a gesture echoing the abbreviated lengths of Burton’s micro couture dresses. Like the grosgrain belts cinching evening gowns, an elastic band arcs across the foot, a subtle nod to Givenchy’s Paris leather label, binding classicism to innovation. Rendered in black, red, and powder patent specchio leather, as well as gleaming silver and gold mirror finishes, the ballerina is both sculptural and versatile. It arrives not as a mere accessory but as a statement—an evolution of house codes that redefines femininity with sharpened boldness. Burton’s reinterpretation of the ballerina, long tied to grace and delicacy, reframes it as an emblem of strength. By slicing the toe square, she transforms elegance into something commanding, sculpted, and contemporary. The design underscores Burton’s commitment to making couture functional, blending utility with refinement. Just as her micro couture dresses blur boundaries between ceremony and everyday wear, the Sliced Square ballerina turns functional footwear into a symbol of identity. More than seasonal, it stands as a new architectural cornerstone for Givenchy— rooted in heritage yet boldly aligned with the modern edge. Source: thefashionography.com
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