Karol G Shines in Reebok Sneakers at Historic Coachella Debut

The Colombian superstar's festival performance was a groundbreaking moment for Latina artists.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 4:00pm

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An abstract close-up photograph of glittering silver sequins, using dramatic studio lighting to capture the luxurious texture and high-fashion aesthetic of Karol G's Coachella performance.Karol G's custom Reebok sneakers shimmered on the Coachella stage, embodying the Colombian superstar's blend of high-energy performance and relatable festival style.Coachella Today

Karol G made history as the first Latina artist to headline the Coachella music festival. During her electrifying set, the Colombian singer wore custom silver Reebok Freestyle Hi Shoes, which she splashed around in and danced in with surprise guest Becky G. Cosmo's fashion editor Jessica Neises, who attended the festival, noted that Karol G's shoe choice aligned with the practical, lived-in festival style she opted for herself, with a pair of white Reebok Classics that carried her through over 17,000 steps at Coachella.

Why it matters

Karol G's Coachella headlining performance was a landmark moment for Latina artists, breaking new ground at one of the world's most prominent music festivals. Her choice to wear Reebok sneakers on stage also highlighted the practical, comfortable fashion that festival-goers prioritize, with the white sneaker trend resonating across the Coachella crowd.

The details

During her Coachella set, Karol G changed into a pair of custom silver Reebok Freestyle Hi Shoes, which she splashed around in and danced to her hit song 'Mamiii' with guest artist Becky G. The Colombian singer recently joined Reebok as a global ambassador, so the shoe choice felt like a grounded detail in an otherwise elaborate, otherworldly stage production. Cosmo fashion editor Jessica Neises, who attended the festival, also opted for a pair of white Reebok Classics that carried her through over 17,000 steps at Coachella.

  • Karol G made history as the first Latina artist to headline the Coachella music festival on Sunday, April 16, 2026.
  • Cosmo's Jessica Neises attended Coachella over the festival's opening weekend in 2026.

The players

Karol G

A Colombian singer and the first Latina artist to headline the Coachella music festival.

Jessica Neises

A senior fashion editor at Cosmopolitan who attended Coachella 2026 and noted Karol G's choice of Reebok sneakers.

Becky G

A surprise guest artist who joined Karol G on stage to perform their hit song 'Mamiii'.

Reebok

The athletic brand that Karol G recently joined as a global ambassador, and whose Freestyle Hi sneakers she wore during her Coachella performance.

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What they’re saying

“I am Carolina Giraldo from Medellín, Colombia. And today, I am the first Latina woman to headline Coachella. It feels... late.”

— Karol G

What’s next

Karol G's historic Coachella performance is expected to further cement her status as a global Latina superstar, paving the way for more representation of Latin artists at major music festivals.

The takeaway

Karol G's choice to wear practical, comfortable Reebok sneakers on the Coachella stage underscores the festival's shift towards a more lived-in, relatable fashion aesthetic, where the priority is on enjoying the music and experience rather than showcasing over-the-top outfits.