Balenciaga’s new dad sneakers: Radar and Triple S.2 sneakers are slimmer and lighter than the previous generation
New dad sneakers!
Balenciaga’s new campaign is seriously impressive, releasing two key sneaker styles at once. The designs are strong, and the stories behind them are equally resonant. Created by creative director Pierpaolo Piccioli, the Radar and Triple S.2 sneakers are now available at selected Balenciaga boutiques and on the brand’s official website. For the Fall 26 collection, the brand also enlisted three stars, including Katy Perry, to showcase the pieces and released a dedicated playlist, making it one of the season’s trend highlights not to miss.
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If you’ve been following the luxury sneaker scene, you’ll know the brand never disappoints. This new design, personally overseen by creative director Pierpaolo Piccioli, takes sneaker design to another level. The Fall 26 collection centers on a design ethos of persistence and repeated refinement. Drawing inspiration from everyday elements that may seem ordinary, from nutrition and hydration to rest and recovery, it captures the inner strength built through daily commitment in pursuit of excellence.
Radar and Triple S.2 Sneakers
When choosing sneakers, the biggest concern is finding a pair that looks good but isn’t practical to wear. These two key styles put that worry to rest. First is the Radar sneaker, defined by its slim, versatile silhouette. Its most eye-catching detail is the 360º wraparound lacing, which offers excellent support and looks effortlessly stylish with a pair of parachute pants. The other is the highly talked-about Triple S.2, which uses a hybrid design concept to blend the brand’s classic elements with next-generation functional aesthetics, redefining how we think about dad sneakers.
Balenciaga has also released an exclusive playlist alongside the sneakers
The most surprising part is that this campaign even comes with its own soundtrack! To coincide with the release of the two sneakers, the brand has released an exclusive playlist featuring tracks selected from the brand ambassadors’ personal music collections for their daily workouts. It’s now available to stream for free on Balenciaga’s official music social platforms. Whether you’re heading out for a run or to the gym, listening to Katy Perry’s personal playlist through your headphones while wearing the new Radar sneakers makes everything feel just right.
If you’ve always found traditional dad sneakers too heavy, the Radar will definitely change your mind. Its slim design doesn’t sacrifice a sense of function, making it easy to wear for daily commutes or relaxed weekends. Since it has just gone on sale, it’s best to visit a boutique and try it on in person soon, as popular styles often run out of sizes quickly.
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