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Ballet flats inspired by my Japanese Grandmother,with a ‘Tabi’-like toe detail

Inspired by the essence of my grandmother, drawing on the enduring association of comfort and style with house slippers. Growing up with this tradition, and influenced by Japanese customs that often involve separate indoor shoes, I aimed to infuse the sleekness and ease of traditional house slippers into a wearable design suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Embracing Japanese design elements, I reimagined the tabi construction to create a distinctive and personalized iteration, blending the comfort of classic with a contemporary twist.

"Elegance is elimination." —Cristóbal Balenciaga