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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.

Acne Studios

Lace-Up Textured Leather Sneaker-Ballet Flat Women

CA$499.95CAD
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This women's shoe is a lace-up sneaker-ballet flat hybrid manufactured by Acne Studios (style AD0850, made in Italy). It pairs a genuine black textured leather upper with decorative front and rear ribbon lacing, a padded collar and tongue, padded footbed, and a non-skid embossed rubber outsole. Designed for everyday wear, it combines the aesthetic of a ballet flat with the comfort and structure of a low-profile sneaker.

Color
Black
Material
Genuine leather upper, rubber outer sole
Gender
female
Style
casual, athleisure, edgy, minimal, modern
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Shoes

Color

Black

Size

383941
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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
Acne Studios was founded in 1996 as a creative collective; its signature red-stitched jeans emerged after an Italian factory refused a 100-pair order, and the brand 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-lasting the lamb leather over a form gives the shoe its balanced, sculpted shape.
Hand-lasting
Artisans hand-last the lamb leather over a form for a sculpted shape.
Sizing
Hand-lasting adjusts fit per shoe; order your usual Acne sneaker size.
Italian manufacturing
Made in Italy, with the leather hand-lasted by artisans for the final shape.
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
The upper reads sleek and streamlined, while the sole is moderately chunky rather than flat.
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.
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.
Lamb leather softness
The 100% lamb leather upper and lining have a smoother, more supple hand than standard calfskin, so the shoe has effectively zero break-in.

Product record

Title
Lace-Up Textured Leather Sneaker-Ballet Flat Women
Brand
Acne Studios
Price
720 CAD
Availability
In stock

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Lace-Up Textured Leather Sneaker-Ballet Flat Women: Choose this if you want a design that sits halfway between a ballet flat and a sneaker, blending the ballet flat's romanticism with athletic flair in black leather with an irregular finish. It is crafted from 100% lamb leather with a matching leather lining, a comfortable padded collar and tongue, a padded footbed, and a non-skid embossed outer sole, and it is made in Italy. Note that the flat black ribbon laces tied in bows at the front and rear are characterized as decorative, so the look is ornamental rather than a functional lacing system.[1,2,3]Metallic Leather Ballet Flat Sneaker Women: Choose this if you want a statement ballet flat-sneaker hybrid with a futuristic metallic silver look — a foiled nappa leather upper in 100% lamb leather with a crinkled, highly reflective finish, plus decorative lacing at the back of the heel. It offers a padded collar, tongue, and footbed with a lamb leather lining and a low-profile non-skid rubber sole, and it's made in Italy. Note it's offered in EU sizes 36 through 41, and the retailer's 'comfortable' description is its own claim rather than a customer-reported outcome.[4,5,6]Supple Leather Loafers: Choose this if you want a minimalist, slip-on penny loafer in black or chocolate/espresso, made in Italy with a 100% calf leather upper, padded footbed, and flexible thermoplastic polyurethane outsole. The supple oiled leather and flexible sole are intended by the retailer to add comfort to the classic silhouette, and one wearer described them as among the comfiest and super lightweight loafers they had tried. Note that another owner reported needing a break-in during the first 5 km of walking and found the soles extremely slippery.[7,8,9,10]

Image Analysis

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Lace-up textured leather sneaker-ballet flat Women product image (primary)
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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 regionx 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 regionx 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 regionx 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 regionx 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 regionx 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 regionx 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 regionx 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 regionx 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 regionx 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 regionx 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
Lace-up textured leather sneaker-ballet flat Women product image 2
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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 regionx 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 regionx 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 regionx 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 regionsx 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 regionx 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 regionx 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 regionx 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 regionx 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 regionx 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
Lace-up textured leather sneaker-ballet flat Women product image 3
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 regionx 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 regionsx 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 regionsx 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 regionsx 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 regionsx 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 regionsx 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 regionsx 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 regionx 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 regionsx 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 regionsx 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

Brand PDP Lookup

Brand
Acne Studios
URL
https://www.acnestudios.com/us/en/lace-up-leather-shoes-black/AD0850-900.html

Acne Studios - Lace-up leather shoes - Black

Variants

3 SKUs
All variants of Lace-Up Textured Leather Sneaker-Ballet Flat Women
SKUTitlePriceAvail
4528952Lace-Up Textured Leather Sneaker-Ballet Flat Women - Black - 38CA$499.95CA$720.00Yes
4528953Lace-Up Textured Leather Sneaker-Ballet Flat Women - Black - 39CA$499.95CA$720.00Yes
4528955Lace-Up Textured Leather Sneaker-Ballet Flat Women - Black - 41CA$499.95CA$720.00Yes

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