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ASICS Turns The GEL-DS Trainer Into A Ballet Shoe

Silver, black, and white colorways on tap.

ASICS Turns The GEL-DS Trainer Into A Ballet Shoe
author avatarAndrew Rizzo September 3rd, 2026 (updated)

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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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WHERE TO BUY

Womens ASICS GEL-DS Trainer Ballet

SKU: 1203B057-020
RETAIL PRICE: $130
RELEASE DATE: Sep 2026

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Womens ASICS GEL-DS Trainer Ballet

SKU: 1203B057-001
RETAIL PRICE: $130
RELEASE DATE: Sep 2026

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Womens ASICS GEL-DS Trainer Ballet

SKU: 1203B057-100
RETAIL PRICE: $130
RELEASE DATE: Sep 2026

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Andrew Rizzo, Junior Editor

Andrew Rizzo is an editor at Sneaker News based out of New York City. His primary interests include Air Jordan, Nike ACG, Nike Air Max, and New Balance footwear. Prior to joining Sneaker News, Andrew covered youth sports for several outlets and worked at one of the world’s top performance marketing agencies. He hails from Astoria, Queens and is a huge New York sports fan, particularly when it comes to the Knicks and Yankees.

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