HOW TO PAIR YOUR SNEAKERS WITH THE RIGHT OUTFIT

Just recently, sneakers were deemed for running and basketball players. Times have changed and with progress comes wearing your kicks to any occasion if paired with the right outfit. Here is our guide to get you started on the right foot.

BOLD TRAINERS

Standing out is easy with the kicks that you will see on the likes of Kayne West but this look needs to be balanced with a toned-down outfit. Think straight-fit jeans and a very regular looking shirt or sweatshirt. Avoid big logos and prints or risk your outfit becoming too Fresh Prince of Bellaire- esque.

Tip: Pair with simple, statement-free clothing

RETRO TRAINERS

Throwback trainers are making a comeback. The challenge is making the look modern and not reverting back to the complete matching red Puma sweatsuit deep in your closet may be difficult. The ideal outfit for these kicks would be cropped trousers, overcoat and a simple T-shirt or sweatshirt for a modern twist.

Tip: Wear with modern pieces

HIGH-TOPS

Smart tops first made famous by Chuck Tailor and Vans have never left the scene due to their edge in punk street style. Rather than embracing the grunge of a time past, try pairing your high-tops with slim selvedge cuffed jeans, flannel shirts and a worker jacket for a dose of Americana style.

Tip: Wear with casual pieces

LIFESTYLE RUNNERS

Finally technology has taken us far enough where you could make a stylish trainer that is functional, the beauty to match the brains. The key to making these look good is pairing them with an element of streetwear that counteract the gym vibe but still give a sporty look. Think sport hoodies and luxe slimline joggers paired with a bomber or jean jacket.

Tip: Wear with luxe sportswear and tailored pieces

SLIP-ONS

Scuffed Vans slip-ons take us back to the skater boy days of a time (sadly) gone but the classic silhouette is making a comeback with men’s designers all over recent runways. Our tip for modernising this shoe is teaming the classic shoe with navy linen separates or a seersucker suit and don’t forget to invest in low socks to show off clean ankles.

Tip: Wear with classic, well-cut clothing

TERRACE TRAINERS

Popularised in England, terrace trainers add a vintage feel to a look of your outfit and the key to making them look modern is wearing them with smarter styling pieces. Wool trousers, hounds tooth coats and staples like cropped trousers and chambray shirts are key.

Tip: Wear with smart-casual pieces

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