Mike Savage’s Sneaker Collecting Trends for 2026

Mike Savage New Canaan07 Jan, 2026Fashion

One of the most unexpected trends dominating 2026 is what fashion insiders are calling the “sneakerina”—ultra-flat soled sneakers that bear resemblance to ballet flats. I’ll admit, when I first saw Demna’s Gucci Shift sneaker with its ballet-esque flat sole, I was skeptical. But the trend has taken hold across the industry, from Prada’s aptly named “collapse” sneakers to Bottega Veneta’s Orbit Flash.