Are sneaker heels the new power shoe for Gen Z?

Spanx founder Sara Blakely is tapping into the sneaker-heel frenzy with Sneex, her latest foray into shaping and structure—this time for your feet.

Last year, the Puma Speedcat was the unexpected footwear star, gaining traction among the fashion crowd for its sleek, motorsport-inspired silhouette. The shoe embodied Balletcore’s influence on footwear, with its form-fitting, ultra-streamlined design. Sneaker heels take the sharp, athletic aesthetic Gen Z loves and elevate it—literally. They’re the perfect blend of sporty and ironic, which is why they’re being spotted on every fashion-forward celebrity, from Rihanna to Bella Hadid, Alexa Chung, and Zara Larsson.

Why sneaker heels are the ultimate Internet shoe

What makes sneaker heels even more appealing is their Instagrammable quality. In the era of “photo dump” culture, fashion is about making a statement, and these shoes do just that. Sneaker heels are visually striking, and designed for close-up shots, mirror selfies, and editorial-style fashion content.