Maison Margiela White & Black Tabi New Ballerina Heels
Maison Margiela
$1330.00
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Product Insights & Style Tips
The Maison Margiela White & Black Tabi New Ballerina Heels read as a study in quiet drama, where hands-on craft meets manifesto minimalism. Grained leather carries a tactile heft with a soft, lived-in glow, while hand-painted detailing threads subtle color through the monochrome palette. The tabi toe anchors the silhouette in a subversive, sculptural moment, and a knot at the vamp keeps the line playful. Darts at the sides shape a clean, flattering surface, finished with a white stitch at the heel.
Inside, buffed leather and suede lining cradle the foot, and the stacked leather cylindrical heel with rubber injection adds grip for city strolls. The tabi toe supports a modern, architecture-forward silhouette that pairs with everything from tailored trousers to flowing midi skirts, easily moving from daylight meetings to evening events with minimal fuss. A polished calfskin sole completes the line, wearing gracefully as the mood shifts.
Margiela leans into quiet code and craft—the white stitch and the iconic tabi cue a language of subversion and refined restraint. These new ballerinas translate that mood into a wearable statement, a footnote of artful edge that can anchor a season's standout looks or quietly elevate a pared-down ensemble.
Materials / Fabrication
- Grained leather heels
- Hand-painted detailing throughout
- Tabi toe
- Knot at vamp
- Darts at sides
- White stitch at heel
- Buffed leather and suede lining
- Stacked leather cylindrical heel with rubber injection
- Polished calfskin sole
- Heel height: 1.25 in
- Supplier color: Black/White
Recommended Care
- Wipe exterior with a soft cloth and condition leather with a product designed for smooth leather; avoid harsh cleaners
- Guard against water; if damp, blot and air-dry away from heat
- Keep suede lining dry; brush gently with a suede brush to remove dust
- Avoid prolonged direct sun or heat to prevent fading and drying
- Store in a dust bag with shoe trees or padding to preserve shape
- Consider professional cleaning or reconditioning for seams and the painted detailing to maintain finish
Fit Notes
- Tabi toe design with a knot at vamp shapes the front and forefoot.
- Heel height is 1.25 inches.
- Buffed leather and suede lining offers a smooth interior underfoot.
- Polished calfskin sole completes the finish and supports the flat silhouette.
