What do you think of these trainers? Too orthopaedic?

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I know, I know another white trainer post!

I'm after some new trainers that I can wear to work so I can keep them cleaner than the ones that also get worn for dog walking etc.

I have a smart/casual dress code so they will be worn with cropped trousers, dresses or wide-legged trousers.

https://www.next.co.uk/style/st690640/u00450?fbclid=IwAR0C7cOIUTYaZ4cBZ7zz0FFq7T-YDfPFkZkfVuSSuKuFVJdVE30gpMPPIaemmAZxCBSGrUO4kMESQGly4ih-6W6hBsolRQ2jBaooCGGlfDzby-WwFIvjsVBITnBBpMkUe8Jt0yguw5UXtJ096UUu7dLVq0NlDsuY5M6KMYDYhS8MrjoWxIPAgSZ1POrDjIg#u00450?utmsource=Facebook&utmmmedium=PaidSocial&utmcampaign=Social-UK-BAU-Suspecting&istCompanyId=e80c8c23-3245-4fc9-a704-57063ee4b3f7&istFeedId=83fb1b4b-353b-4e5d-a248-5d8353b7e696&istItemId=plqmitqpm&istBid=t

What's the verdict? Practical, smart and fits the bill? Or the kind of thing that should be part of a care worker uniform?

Any alternative suggestions welcome. I prefer leather and a decent sole.

They look like factory safety footwear

I really like them. I've seen lots of trainers that do look a bit orthopaedic, but I don't think those do. There's a kind of minimalist look to them that I like.

I agree with @Bobojangles , or something for nurses!

If you're very young and cool they'll look cool. Otherwise they'll look like they should be accessorised with a hygienic hairnet in a chicken processing production line.

These are almost identical to the shoes on the 'trainers at a wedding' thread where OP is (incorrectly imo) being lauded for how stylish she'll look, so it's interesting that people on this thread aren't keen. Wonder if is cos they're £200... or cos MN hates weddings and dress codes. I think they're fine for work, I wondered if they'd look better in the other colours but actually think the white is nicest.

I think if you're under 40, slim & wearing a fresh summer dress etc they'll look lovely.

If you're (like me) the other side of 50, dumpy & in leggings, they'll add to the 'needs help' vibe. Sadly.

They look really uncomfortable and like factory clogs.

They're an almost exact copy or Russell and Bromley trainers, just something a bit off with the proportions, I presume the other thread referenced was about the R&B version?

I think it's the slight wedge and more rounded toe that knocks these slightly off-kilter, nothing to do with the price!

I have the R&B version and certainly don't look like a care worker, styled well they look great. I think they'll work really well with the outfits you mentioned OP.

These are the R&B ones for reference.

I wear very very similar with my lab coat.

Not great. They don't seem to have good reviews either.

@WeddingFavour

These are almost identical to the shoes on the 'trainers at a wedding' thread where OP is (incorrectly imo) being lauded for how stylish she'll look, so it's interesting that people on this thread aren't keen. Wonder if is cos they're £200... or cos MN hates weddings and dress codes. I think they're fine for work, I wondered if they'd look better in the other colours but actually think the white is nicest.

@WeddingFavour - I think the big difference between those and the the wedding trainers is that they're a lovely green.

I'm of the same opinion to you - I don't think the wedding trainers are stylish at all and wouldn't wear them.

@BattledoreAndShuttlecock

If you're very young and cool they'll look cool. Otherwise they'll look like they should be accessorised with a hygienic hairnet in a chicken processing production line.

😂

I have them in black, which I've found easier to get away with at work. The white ones do look a bit health care uniform, I don't know why!

They are comfy, but watch the fit because they are a bit slippy on my heels.

I have the R&B ones, I like them

Thanks everyone. Don't think I could get away with calling myself young or cool.

I'll leave these on the virtual shelf in case I get mistaken for a chicken plucker 😆

@BattledoreAndShuttlecock

If you're very young and cool they'll look cool. Otherwise they'll look like they should be accessorised with a hygienic hairnet in a chicken processing production line.

That made me

They are a bit on the clumpy side OP.

The R&B ones are nicer in lots of small but very significant ways. But I think these Next ones are totally fine in white, would be nice with tanned ankles and rolled up jeans.

I think they look like the green wedding trainers too. I thought those were nicer though, maybe the colour. These in white are a bit HCP.

Oh really not a fan...

@Bobojangles

They look like factory safety footwear

🤣 I actually proper lolled at this. Sorry op I agree

Fishmonger chic is not a thing. (Sorry!)

Ok, so chunky white trainers that are too minimalistic are out.

Thoughts on these alternatives (more in my price bracket than R&B, but thank for the suggestion)

www.johnlewis.com/and-or-edwin-leather-metallic-stripe-flatform-trainers-white-multi/p6025564

They're quite ugly

All ugly. The platform ones are not envy