If you want to know how to get the balletcore aesthetic, allow celebs like Hailey Bieber and Bella Hadid to pave the way. From prim and glam to activewear (balleisure, perhaps?), here’s how celebs are reviving the trend for winter.
On Oct. 18, Bieber infused her balletcore ‘fit with bike shorts. Her approach replaced the twee elements of this trend with a fresh activewear vibe.
The soft pink shade and athletic look of PrettyLittleThing’s Ribbed Unitard is a near-perfect match for Bieber’s, minus the cutout. It’s made from lightweight material, so it’s perfect for layering.
This “runsie” from Free People’s athletic sister brand features crisscross detailing in the back, much like Bieber’s unitard. It can handle a workout, but gives major prima ballerina vibes.
Hadid’s take on the trend more your vibe? Though balletcore’s usually about tulle, legwarmers, and tops, the supermodel rewrote the script on Oct. 5 by focusing on balletcore footwear. Her silk slippers served pure pointe shoe energy.
These square-toe flats have the simplicity and shape of pointe shoes, which help them stand out from your basic ballet flats.
The volume of the laces on these square-toe slippers is evocative of ballet slipper ribbons without being too on the nose. The ballet reference is clear, but the approach is modern.
For a balletcore look à la Washington, you’ll want a longline corset with visible boning. Its sleek structure will offset the volume of a full skirt.
Balletcore looks in winter call for longer hemlines. This ankle-skimming skirt from Nasty Gal is the perfect length to show off a pair of pointe-inspired slippers.