Ballerinas: a piece that has once again become iconic in the Parisian wardrobe
The ballerina occupies a place in the wardrobe that no other shoe can take: minimalist, light, it frees the ankle and refines the entire silhouette. These are the shoes of heroines who cross Paris on foot, a trench coat on their shoulders and a baguette bag under their arm. At maxpert, it returns in leather, in a low shape with a rounded toe that fits just as well under raw jeans as under a flowing dress. A pair that you put on on the fly, and the look is there.
Nicoise and Nina, two characters
Two models make up the maxpert ballerina collection, each with its own silhouette. The Nina plays the simplicity card with its one and a half centimeter heel and its thin elastic strap. A flat ballerina, available in red leather, leopard or denim leather, as a nod to the house's jeans.
The Nicoise is distinguished by its little bow on the toe and its heel of less than five centimeters. A model that lies between the ballerina and the small pump, designed to give a little height without losing the ease of an everyday shoe. It is available in desert beige, burgundy, white, olive green, soft pink and leopard split leather.
New, the Prado model, based on the Nicoise, this ballerina also has a small 4.5cm heel, but its toe is square and an elastic strap holds the top of the foot. Currently only available in black grained leather.
Selected leathers, Italian manufacturing
Maxpert ballerinas are designed in Paris and made in Italy. Depending on the model, their upper is made of smooth lambskin or goatskin. The split leather versions offer a more velvety texture, while the lining remains in goatskin and the sole in cowhide. At the back of the heel, a golden R logo discreetly marks the pair.
Maintenance remains simple: a dry cloth is enough to dust the leathers on a daily basis. For smooth leathers, a colorless cream helps preserve their appearance. Split leather models can be protected with a suitable waterproofing agent.
What to wear ballerinas with?
The ballerina easily goes with everyday silhouettes. With straight jeans that stop at the ankle, it naturally finds its place in the office or on the terrace. With a flowing skirt or wrap dress, it creates a lighter silhouette. A jacket with a Gabin dress tied at the waist is enough to complete the ensemble.
When temperatures rise, sandals naturally take over. The ballerina comes back when you are looking for a more covering and elegant shoe, without necessarily adding height. Its rounded toe softens a suit, while a leopard pattern is enough to liven up a monochrome outfit.
Thoughts and pruned for the day
With its flat heel, the Nina favors simplicity. The Nicoise and the Prado, slightly raised, bring a touch of height while remaining easy to wear every day. In both cases, the supple leather moves with movement and develops a patina over time.
These are ballerinas designed to follow the rhythm of the day: with jeans, a dress or a skirt, they fit naturally into the wardrobe without overdoing it.
From one season to another
The ballerina does not stop at the first sunny days. In spring, it is worn directly on the foot with jeans or a light dress. When the temperatures start to drop, a thin sock is enough to make it part of the back-to-school silhouettes.
In the heart of summer, the mules and sandals leave more room for bare feet. Then, from September, the ballerina naturally finds raw jeans, skirts and the first trench coats. A transitional shoe, but above all a wardrobe piece that can be found season after season.
