The ballet-ification of footwear continues with another new entry from ASICS, the Japanese brand transforming the GEL-DS Trainer into a new open-footed, Y2K chic silhouette for women.
Hot on the heels of Gohar World’s collaboration comes a set of general-release colorways in silver, black, and white. The mesh-and-leather construction and signature side paneling of the GEL-DS Trainer remain intact, though the forefoot is cut out entirely for a ballet-shoe-inspired look, held together only by the laces. This is one of several tech runner/ballet shoe hybrids to emerge in recent seasons, joining similar transformations by New Balance, PUMA, ASICS, and others.
The ASICS GEL-DS Trainer Ballet is set to release in women’s sizes for Fall/Winter 2026. Retail is set at $130 per. See detailed images below if you’re set on copping.





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Womens ASICS GEL-DS Trainer Ballet
| Retailer | Release type | Status |
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WHERE TO BUY
Womens ASICS GEL-DS Trainer Ballet
| Retailer | Release type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| ASICS | Standard | Check Site |





WHERE TO BUY
Womens ASICS GEL-DS Trainer Ballet
| Retailer | Release type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| ASICS | Standard | Check Site |
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