Acne Studios
Lace-Up Textured Leather Sneaker-Ballet Flat Women
This women's shoe from Acne Studios is a hybrid design combining ballet flat aesthetics with sneaker construction. It features a genuine leather upper with front and rear ribbon lacing, a padded collar and tongue, a padded footbed, and a non-skid embossed rubber outsole. Made in Italy, this style (AD0850) is suitable for casual everyday wear.
- Color
- Black
- Material
- Genuine leather upper, rubber outer sole
- Gender
- female
- Style
- casual, athleisure, edgy, minimal, modern
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Color
Size
Specifications
A unique hybrid sneaker-ballet flat in black textured leather, blending romantic elegance with athletic flair.
Genuine leather upper, padded collar and tongue, padded footbed, non-skid embossed outer sole, lace-up closure.
- Color
- Black · black
- Material
- Genuine leather upper, rubber outer sole
- Secondary
- rubber
- Style
- casual, athleisure, edgy, minimal, modern
- Occasion
- casual, everyday
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Additional Attributes
- Hybrid design combining ballet flat and sneaker elements
- Genuine leather upper with irregular textured finish
- Padded collar and tongue for comfort
- Printed logo on tongue
- Padded footbed
- Non-skid embossed outer sole
- Lace-up closure
- Made in Italy
- Scandinavian minimalist aesthetic
Product Insights
Acne Studios' Lace-Up Textured Leather Sneaker-Ballet Flat is an independently controlled, founder-majority brand's hybrid design, hand-lasted in Italy from lamb leather for a sculpted, sleek silhouette that reads as a streamlined sneaker with ballet details and a moderately chunky sole. The irregular textured finish gives each pair unique grain and scuff resistance, but hand-lasting means sizing varies per shoe—order your usual Acne sneaker size—and while buyers report comfort for short to medium walks, it is not suited for all-day treks. Lamb leather lining breathes naturally, the leather requires gentle cleaning with a damp cloth and sparing conditioner, and a protective spray is recommended to maintain appearance.
Verified claims
- Brand story
- Founded after a factory rejected a 100-pair order, Acne Studios remains independently controlled with a 59% founder majority.
- Design hybridity
- Buyers report the silhouette reads as a streamlined sneaker with ballet details and a moderately chunky sole.
- Breathability
- Lamb leather lining breathes naturally, keeping feet cooler and drier.
- Shape
- Hand-lasted lamb leather prevents collapsing and maintains a sculpted shape.
- Hand-lasting
- Artisans hand-last the lamb leather over a form for a sculpted shape.
- Hybrid precision
- Decorative curved stitch lines on the vamp are machine-stitched for exactness.
- Sizing
- Hand-lasting adjusts fit per shoe; order your usual Acne sneaker size.
- Italian manufacturing
- Made in Italy by factories used since the brand's early denim production.
- Silhouette
- Reads as a sneaker-ballet flat hybrid with a 1-1.5 cm athletic sole.
- Leather variation
- No two pairs have identical textured leather due to natural variation.
- Sleek profile
- Hand-last shaping and lamb leather create a sleek, non-bulky line.
- Comfort
- Buyers report comfort for short to medium walks, but not all-day treks.
- Fit
- Buyers confirm true-to-size fit; lamb leather eliminates break-in.
- Texture variation
- Intentional irregular finish gives each shoe a unique grain.
- Scuff resistance
- Textured surface is more forgiving of scuffs than smooth leather.
- Brand heritage
- Independent founder-controlled brand with €300M+ revenue, no corporate parent.
- Craftsmanship
- Italian hand-lasted full lamb leather with unique irregular finish per pair.
- Design uniqueness
- Sneaker-ballet flat hybrid with a 1-1.5 cm chunky sole.
- Cleaning method
- Clean with a soft damp cloth; use leather conditioner sparingly.
- Protective spray
- A protective spray designed for textured leather is recommended to maintain appearance.
Product record
- Title
- Lace-Up Textured Leather Sneaker-Ballet Flat Women
- Brand
- Acne Studios
- Price
- 720 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Side-profile photograph of a low-cut lace-up ballet-flat styled sneaker in glossy black leather, shown lying flat with visible front and rear ribbon lacing, elasticized topline, and a low rubber sole with textured forefoot tread.
- Overall silhouetteLow-cut ballet-flat silhouette with a rounded toe and low-profile sole, shown in a side profile facing right.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.50 · w 0.88 · h 0.30 (high) - Upper material and finishGlossy textured black leather upper with visible creasing and a reflective finish.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.52 · w 0.70 · h 0.24 (high) - Topline trimNarrow elasticized trim around the shoe opening in a slightly matte black fabric.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.52 · w 0.48 · h 0.10 (high) - Front lacingDecorative flat black ribbon laced and tied in a bow across the vamp near the toe.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.52 · w 0.24 · h 0.20 (high) - Rear lacing detailFlat black ribbon threaded through three metal eyelets at the heel and tied in a small bow.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.52 · w 0.16 · h 0.22 (high) - Metal eyeletsThree round metal eyelets at the heel counter, each with visible metal finish.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.59 · w 0.08 · h 0.14 (high) - Sole constructionThin black rubber sole with a textured ribbed tread section visible at the forefoot and a slight raised heel area.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.70 · w 0.60 · h 0.10 (high) - Vamp stitching and panelingDecorative curved stitch lines and subtle panel seams visible on the vamp and side panels.
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.52 · w 0.30 · h 0.22 (high) - Toe cap sheenSmooth, glossier toe area with fewer creases than the midfoot, reflecting light differently than the side panels.
1 region
x 0.74 · y 0.52 · w 0.17 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a light neutral background with a soft shadow beneath the shoe; image is centered and cropped vertically to emphasize the shoe's side profile.
- Background and stagingUniform light gray background with no props or packaging visible.
- Drop shadowSoft diffuse shadow beneath and slightly to the front of the shoe indicating studio lighting from above.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.75 · w 0.80 · h 0.10 (high) - Image crop and orientationHorizontal side view composition with the shoe centered horizontally and facing right; ample blank space above the shoe.
Colors
gloss black· leather upper#0E0E0Dmatte black· rubber sole and tread#0E0E0Eblack ribbon· ribbon laces#0E0E0D- Overall silhouetteLow-cut ballet-flat silhouette with a rounded toe and low-profile sole, shown in a side profile facing right.
- 02
Product
Pair of black shiny textured leather lace-up ballet flats shown from the rear/three-quarter view, focusing on heel and lacing area of both shoes.
- Overall viewTwo black leather ballet-flat sneakers shown from the rear three-quarter angle, heels closest to camera and toe areas extending away to the right and left.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.34 · w 0.88 · h 0.49 (high) - Upper material and finishShiny textured black leather upper with visible creasing and a slightly glossy finish.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.40 · w 0.55 · h 0.38 (high) - Heel constructionLow rounded heel area with vertical seam lines and a stitched heel panel on each shoe.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.50 · w 0.60 · h 0.33 (high) - Eyelets and lacingThree metal circular eyelets on the rear side of each shoe with black flat laces threaded through and tied in a bow; lace tips have transparent or shiny aglets.
2 regions
x 0.43 · y 0.36 · w 0.30 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.36 · w 0.28 · h 0.26 (high) - Sole and outsoleThin black rubber outsole visible under the heel with a slight raised lip and smooth outer edge.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.70 · w 0.48 · h 0.18 (high) - Panel stitchingVisible stitched panel lines along heel and side panels creating square/rectangular panel shapes.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.46 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high)
Other
Studio shot on a light gray seamless background with soft top lighting and subtle shadows beneath the shoes.
- BackgroundEven light gray seamless background filling the frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shadows and lightingSoft shadow cast under and slightly in front of the shoes indicating studio top-front lighting; highlights on leather show directional light.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.70 · w 0.80 · h 0.22 (high) - Image crop and focusFrame cropped to show lower two-thirds of image with shoes in sharp focus and upper area empty gray space.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.70 (high)
Colors
shiny black· leather upper#0E0E0Dmatte black· laces#0E0E0Dmetallic silver· eyeletsdeep black· outsole#0E0E0E- Overall viewTwo black leather ballet-flat sneakers shown from the rear three-quarter angle, heels closest to camera and toe areas extending away to the right and left.
- 03
Product
Top-down view of a pair of black lace-up ballet-flat style sneakers in soft textured leather, showing rounded toes, flat laces with metal aglets, debossed footbeds, and small rear bow details.
- Overall silhouettePair of low-profile, ballet-flat style shoes shown from above with rounded toe boxes and slim sides; both shoes are presented symmetrically with toes toward the top of the image and heels toward the bottom.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.05 · w 0.84 · h 0.90 (high) - Upper material and textureSmooth to lightly wrinkled black leather visible on toe caps, tongues, and side panels; surface shows small creasing and a subtle sheen.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.35 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.53 · y 0.06 · w 0.35 · h 0.40 (high) - Lacing and bowsFlat black fabric laces threaded through three pairs of eyelets and tied in loose decorative bows at the front of each shoe; additional tied bow at the rear heel of each shoe.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.68 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.32 · y 0.78 · w 0.36 · h 0.14 (high) - Lace agletsShort metallic aglets on the ends of some lace tips with a reflective silver appearance.
4 regions
x 0.24 · y 0.19 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (medium); x 0.70 · y 0.19 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (medium); x 0.35 · y 0.84 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (medium); x 0.59 · y 0.84 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (medium) - Tongue branding textWhite printed text visible on the top edge of each tongue, partially obscured by laces.
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.20 · w 0.14 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.20 · w 0.14 · h 0.06 (high) - Insole embossingEmbossed text visible along the heel area of each insole, shallow and partially legible due to lighting and angle.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.35 · w 0.28 · h 0.48 (medium); x 0.54 · y 0.35 · w 0.28 · h 0.48 (medium) - Stitching detailVisible tonal stitching around toe panel edges and along tongue borders, matching the black upper color.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.35 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.53 · y 0.06 · w 0.35 · h 0.30 (high)
Other
Studio-style top-down product photo on a neutral light gray background with even soft lighting and minimal shadowing; image is tightly cropped around the pair of shoes.
- Background and lightingUniform light gray background with soft, even lighting that produces mild shadows beneath the shoes.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionTop-down centered composition showing both shoes in full, symmetrical layout with small margin to image edges.
- Image qualitySharp detail on leather texture and laces; no visible compression artifacts or major blur.
- Legible printed text on tongues“Acne Studios”Partial
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.20 · w 0.14 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.20 · w 0.14 · h 0.06 (high) - Embossed insole text“Acne Studios”Partial
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.45 · w 0.24 · h 0.38 (medium); x 0.56 · y 0.45 · w 0.24 · h 0.38 (medium)
Colors
black· upper leather#0D0E0Bblack (matte)· laces and fabric trim#11120Emetallic silver· lace aglets- Overall silhouettePair of low-profile, ballet-flat style shoes shown from above with rounded toe boxes and slim sides; both shoes are presented symmetrically with toes toward the top of the image and heels toward the bottom.