Givenchy has unveiled its latest footwear design, the Sliced Square ballerina, taking inspiration from couture archives and modern reinterpretations of classic style.
The new ballerina draws directly from Sarah Burton’s autumn-winter 2025 ready-to-wear collection for the house. The collection itself was influenced by Hubert de Givenchy’s 1950s couture dresses, which were reimagined and sliced to a micro length, offering a balance between heritage and modernity. This approach, both in apparel and footwear, emphasises structure while revealing the body through sharper proportions.
The Sliced Square ballerina mirrors this idea with a sharply cut front, designed to create a modern silhouette. The squared slicing detail defines the shoe, giving it a contemporary edge while remaining rooted in the brand’s design language.
As seen in the ready-to-wear pieces, grosgrain belts were used to cinch the waist of cocktail and evening dresses. This element is echoed in the ballerina through the addition of an elastic band across the foot. The detail not only provides structure and practicality but also draws parallels with the Givenchy Paris leather label, reinforcing the brand’s signature aesthetic.
The shoe is available in a variety of finishes. These include black, red and powder patent specchio leather, as well as metallic silver and gold mirror leather. The range offers both versatile and statement options, making the design adaptable for different occasions.
The Sliced Square ballerina is now available in Givenchy boutiques worldwide and through the brand’s official website, givenchy.com
