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Can anyone recommend simple black trainers for walking/casual?

27 replies

Bugeyedowl · 13/01/2023 15:53

Been looking for ages - I'd a pair fully-black or as black as possible, non-chunky, low or mid-top style. But with arch support as I have ahem, difficult feet!

Not brand/fussy but they seem to all be super chunky with built-up heels these days, which I guess is the fashion? It just doesn't suit me!

OP posts:
ILoveShula · 13/01/2023 20:26

Try Mandmdirect
or TKMaxx

I searched for all black trainers women and there were more results

LicenceQuery · 13/01/2023 20:29

When I asked this recently everyone suggested Sketchers.

No idea if they're any good though as I never bought any in the end

fortheloveofcheesecake · 13/01/2023 20:33

Nike air max 90 in all black. So comfortable! And not too chunky!

Purpleavocado · 13/01/2023 21:05

Allbirds wool runners

LivingDeadGirlUK · 14/01/2023 05:00

Adidas superstars?

Littlepixie85 · 14/01/2023 05:22

Vans? I've got a black pair, very comfortable

autienotnaughty · 14/01/2023 05:23

I've got black sketchers I love them. They look great with everything.

SantanaBinLorry · 14/01/2023 05:47

fortheloveofcheesecake · 13/01/2023 20:33

Nike air max 90 in all black. So comfortable! And not too chunky!

This 100%
They are my go-to all day work shoe.

PAFMO · 14/01/2023 05:50

Fitflop Rally.

Original poster
Bugeyedowl · 14/02/2023 19:37

Sorry, I didn't see these replies! Thanks, I'm really liking the look of the Nike air max 90s!

OP posts:
Xrays · 14/02/2023 19:43

Reebok classics.

evilharpy · 14/02/2023 19:44

I have these Skechers for walking/being on my feet for long periods. They're not what I'd call stylish but they are super comfortable.

SorrelForbes · 14/02/2023 19:44

I always recommend Adidas 80s Continental. So comfortable and they do they a few black options.

AdelaideRo · 14/02/2023 19:48

All birds!!!

fuckaroo · 14/02/2023 19:51

Sketchers
Adidas superstars
Nike court

plumduck · 14/02/2023 19:52

Adidas gazelle

Bluebellbike · 14/02/2023 20:03

Xrays · 14/02/2023 19:43

Reebok classics.

I love Reebok classics. I started wearing them about 15 years ago. I have gone through a lot of pairs in that time. My current pair are the oil/slip resistant sole ones. The leather uppers are so comfortable and don't make my feet sweat.

lochmaree · 14/02/2023 20:11

I love my Freet Feldoms. they are barefoot shoes though so doesn't have arch support. however they are very comfortable!

tobee · 15/02/2023 01:37

plumduck · 14/02/2023 19:52

Adidas gazelle

Yeah I'm seeing these mentioned everywhere at the moment

adrianmolesmole · 15/02/2023 08:40

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Xrays · 15/02/2023 08:45

Gazelles are lovely but they are super flat. I couldn’t go for a really long walk in them.

Netcam · 15/02/2023 18:51

I suffered from plantar fasciitis and really struggle with finding comfortable shoes. I have tried loads of different trainers. The only ones I have found that worked for me are Hoka Challenger ATR goretex, they have rocker soles so are great for arch support and I use them for walking/hiking. The version 6 are in the sale and they have black with a little red (I have these ones). The new version 7 have an all black style.

Original poster
Bugeyedowl · 16/02/2023 01:09

@Netcam thanks, I've never heard of Hoka before!

OP posts:
TheTeenageYears · 16/02/2023 03:00

adidas make loads of all black trainers

Forgottenmypasswordagain · 16/02/2023 04:39

I have black Skechers and love them.

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