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Apple Just Launched its Foldable iPhone. I Invented Foldable Shoes when BlackBerry Ruled the World

Apple has launched its first foldable iPhone, but in 2007, Janan Leo was already rethinking portability and invented the foldable shoe. Discover the story behind Cocorose London and the shared idea...

Are White Trainers Still in Fashion for Work?

Are white trainers still appropriate for work in 2026? We explore office dress codes, current trends, all day comfort and why classic white leather trainers remain a smart casual wardrobe staple.

Are Trainers Still in Fashion? Why You Don't Have to Follow Every Shoe Trend

Are trainers still in fashion for autumn and winter 2026? As loafers return to the seasonal spotlight, Janan Leo explores why personal style matters more than following every shoe trend, and why tr...

Do Black Ballet Flats Go with Everything? How to Choose the Right Pair

Do black ballet flats go with everything? Discover how to style them with jeans, tailored trousers, dresses and workwear, explore round, almond and pointed toe shapes, and choose a versatile pair t...

Comfortable Black Leather Ballet Flats: Chic, Timeless and Made for Real Life

Discover what makes a great pair of black leather ballet flats, from soft leather and thoughtful construction to cushioning, flexibility and timeless style. Drawing on nearly two decades of designi...

How to Choose Ballet Flats for Work: Comfortable, Stylish Shoes for the Office

Discover how to choose ballet flats for work that are comfortable, stylish and practical for the modern working day, from office outfits and suits to standing, commuting and everything in between.

Can You Walk All Day in Ballet Flats? What Makes a Ballet Flat Comfortable for Walking

Can you really walk all day in ballet flats? Discover what makes a ballet flat comfortable for walking, from fit and flexibility to cushioning, materials and thoughtful construction, with insights ...

Why Do Ballet Flats Rub? How to Stop Ballet Flats Rubbing Your Heels

Why do ballet flats rub your heels? After nearly 20 years of designing and testing ballet flats, Janan Leo explores the science behind rubbing, the importance of the Achilles and topline, and why C...

Designing Shoes Around Women's Lives

From the world's first foldable shoe to today's trainers and leather ballet flats, Janan Leo shares how every Cocorose collection begins with one simple question: will this work in women's lives?

The Everyday Shoe That Folds

What began as the invention of the world's first foldable shoe became something much more. In this Founder Essay, Janan Leo reflects on how a practical solution evolved into an everyday ballet flat...