Justine Skye Pops On Ever-Popular Tabi Ballet Flats at ‘Black Hair Reimagined’ Event in New York
Amina Ayoud
Assistant Digital Editor
Justine Skye was seen leaving the “Black Hair Reimagined” show held yesterday in New York. Beyond Skye, notable show attendees included Paloma Elsesser, Anok Yai, Amelia Gray Hamlin, Tracee Ellis Ross, Solange Knowles and Selah Marley, among others.
The “Grown-ish” actress opted for a pair of unconventional tabi ballet flats hailing from Maison Margiela. Currently retailing for $995 via Mytheresa, the chosen style included black leather uppers that transitioned into rounded split toes that pay homage to traditional Japanese footwear. Foregoing the usual bow, tiny knots sit atop each toe, offering the shoe a dainty quality.
Leather insoles cushion the feet while ultra-short heels offer an extremely subtle lift. The Tabi silhouette has become increasingly popular over the last few years, given its unique and playful construction. The whimsical split toe mimics the look of an animal hoof. Maison Margiela features a slew of Tabi styles to choose from in varying heights, colors and constructions, giving prospective buyers a multitude of options.
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The “When I Consume You” star paired her head-turning ballet flats with a bright blue low-waisted maxi skirt made of nylon with a voluminous construction. On top, Skye sported a cropped sweater in gray with black button accents running down the front and lengthy sleeves.
When it comes to fashion, Skye is known for being a red carpet fixture. She has a knack for pairing streetwear pieces with excessive prints and nostalgic accessories. For footwear, she tends to gravitate towards colorful shoes, including various boot styles, platform silhouettes, strappy sandals and pointy pumps.
The self-proclaimed purple unicorn has always described her style as “hood-chic” by taking inspiration from supermodel Naomi Campbell and rapper Foxy Brown. Along with her ultra-chic personal aesthetic, the “Collide” hitmaker has also made a name for herself within the fashion industry by collaborating with H&M.
