OPERA – The Reimagined Ballerina Mule by With My Sands

A Timeless Classic, Reimagined with Boldness

For years, the ballerina has been a symbol of elegance. But at With My Sands, we wanted to give it a fresh, modern twist.

With OPERA, we created a ballerina mule that’s as refined as the classic version but with an open back for a feeling of lightness and freedom. Designed to flatter your silhouette, OPERA pairs perfectly with everything from jeans to dresses.

"We wanted a feminine, timeless model with just the right touch of originality."
– Mathilde, founder of With My Sands

Perfect Balance: The Design Challenge

Designing a new ballerina is all about balance. It took months of refining to get the ideal shape:

✔️ A well-crafted toe: neither too round nor too square, giving it a modern yet elegant look.
✔️ A subtle neckline that barely reveals the tips of the toes for a distinctly feminine touch.
✔️ A mule design that lightens the silhouette and moves naturally with your foot.

"Finding the right line, the right curve… We did dozens of iterations before getting it just right." – Mathilde

Premium Leather & Exceptional Finishes

As with all With My Sands creations, OPERA is made from premium leather, with a focus on craftsmanship to ensure absolute comfort.

🌟 5 Stunning Variations:

• Timeless essentials: Matte black leather and camel suede.
• Bold prints: Cow, leopard, and tiger prints for those who dare to stand out.

With a soft leather sole and reinforced heel, OPERA offers all-day comfort.

The Detail That Makes a Difference

To ensure a perfect fit for all foot shapes, we added an adjustable strap. This little detail makes all the difference in providing ultimate support.

The wait is almost over! OPERA will be available online starting now!

Discover OPERA and explore our Mid-Season Collection here.

INTERVIEW: The Birth of the Opera Ballerina by the Founder Mathilde R.

📍 Why Opera?
We wanted a mid-season model—feminine, lightweight, and easy to wear all year round. A timeless piece with a touch of originality.

📍 What makes it special?
It's a ballerina mule! Elegant like a classic ballerina, but with the comfort and freedom of an open-back design. It refines the silhouette and flatters the legs, whether worn with pants or a skirt.

📍 Was it an easy design process?
Not at all! Finding the perfect shape for the toe and neckline took several back-and-forths with our workshop. We aimed for the perfect balance—not too round, not too square. It was challenging, but totally worth it. The result is stunning!

📍 What about the materials?
We explored five different variations:
• Two timeless classics: matte black leather and camel suede.
• Three bold prints: cowhide, leopard, and tiger.
All crafted from premium leather, with a leather sole and an extra heel cushion for ultimate comfort.

📍 A key detail?
The adjustable strap! It adapts to all foot shapes for a perfect fit.

📍 Early feedback?
Overwhelmingly positive! Customers love its elegance and comfort. We can already tell—it’s going to be a best-seller!

📍 When will it be available?
Early April on our website.