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The Triple S Sneakers: A Fashion Phenomenon

Launched in 2017, these chunky, oversized shoes sparked a global obsession with "dad sneakers" and cemented their place as a cultural icon.

15 January 2025

By Belle&Kate ROOM

The Balenciaga Triple S sneakers redefined what it meant to be trendy in footwear. Launched in 2017, these chunky, oversized shoes sparked a global obsession with "dad sneakers" and cemented their place as a cultural icon.

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Designed by Balenciaga’s creative director Demna Gvasalia, the Triple S sneakers pushed the boundaries of traditional luxury fashion. Named after their triple-stacked sole, these shoes combined elements of running, basketball, and track sneakers. Their exaggerated silhouette, vibrant colorways, and unapologetic bulkiness made them polarizing yet irresistible.

Though trends have since shifted, the Triple S sneakers remain a testament to the power of innovative design and the blurring lines between streetwear and luxury. They weren’t just shoes, they were a movement, reminding the world that fashion is about making a statement, even if it's one as loud as a chunky sneaker.

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