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Trainers to wear with dresses

116 replies

blahblahblah1654 · 16/07/2023 17:54

I know this is a bit of a controversial subject on MN. I was hoping to get some recommendations for stylish daily looking trainers to wear with dresses. I have a lot of swing and skater type dresses, I don't often wear trousers. I usually wear ballet flats but would like some trainers for longer walks without looking like a geek.

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Purplepeopleeaterz · 16/07/2023 18:03

Took me ages to get on board with this but I wear plain white Vans and love the look. Not keen on other trainer styles on me as they look clumpy.

hairtodaygonetm · 16/07/2023 18:07

Anything but Vejas. Stan Smiths, Vans, plain old white pumps from M&S, or similar.

blahblahblah1654 · 17/07/2023 19:18

Think I'll get some white vans. I wore my lovely black and white spotty vans vans today but they are too small since I had my DS 3 years ago.

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Stoic123 · 17/07/2023 19:50

https://www.johnlewis.com/good-news-mack-23-low-top-trainers-white/p109980843

Just got a pair of this brand and they are very comfortable. Limited sizes left in sale. Unisex but John Lewis have put in men's section.

BabyMoonPie · 17/07/2023 20:13

I just got these and they're super comfy. They are slip on so I don't have to tuck the bow down the side (I don't like bows showing)
www.rocketdog.co.uk/products/jokes-black-eyelet-slip-on-trainers

NatashaDancing · 17/07/2023 20:55

BabyMoonPie · 17/07/2023 20:13

I just got these and they're super comfy. They are slip on so I don't have to tuck the bow down the side (I don't like bows showing)
www.rocketdog.co.uk/products/jokes-black-eyelet-slip-on-trainers

There are some very nice Rocket Dog sneakers. I know that comfortable canvas shoes are a necessity but I don't like trainers. Rocket Dog's are as untrainerlike as I've seen. Thank you.

blahblahblah1654 · 17/07/2023 21:27

BabyMoonPie · 17/07/2023 20:13

I just got these and they're super comfy. They are slip on so I don't have to tuck the bow down the side (I don't like bows showing)
www.rocketdog.co.uk/products/jokes-black-eyelet-slip-on-trainers

These are lovely. Love florals too. I bought some converse dainty ox shoes in white. Very delicate looking and not bulky. White so I'm afraid they will get filthy www.schuh.co.uk/womens/converse-dainty-ox-white-trainers/1922881060/?store=&gclid=Cj0KCQjwzdOlBhCNARIsAPMwjbwweHQbeNnx5EFRxwyNXe99frvd-9fISVvtmuQoatERqvcWfBdSqu0aAq4vEALw_wcB

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NatashaDancing · 17/07/2023 21:33

blahblahblah1654 · 17/07/2023 21:27

These are lovely. Love florals too. I bought some converse dainty ox shoes in white. Very delicate looking and not bulky. White so I'm afraid they will get filthy www.schuh.co.uk/womens/converse-dainty-ox-white-trainers/1922881060/?store=&gclid=Cj0KCQjwzdOlBhCNARIsAPMwjbwweHQbeNnx5EFRxwyNXe99frvd-9fISVvtmuQoatERqvcWfBdSqu0aAq4vEALw_wcB

Those are lovely too. Very dainty !

Loafbeginsat60 · 17/07/2023 21:54

Fairfax and favor Alexandra's go really nicely with my dresses and long skirts. Comfy too!

And they look fab with jeans and blazer

BabyMoonPie · 17/07/2023 21:58

NatashaDancing · 17/07/2023 20:55

There are some very nice Rocket Dog sneakers. I know that comfortable canvas shoes are a necessity but I don't like trainers. Rocket Dog's are as untrainerlike as I've seen. Thank you.

You're welcome 😊

noglow · 17/07/2023 22:01

BabyMoonPie · 17/07/2023 20:13

I just got these and they're super comfy. They are slip on so I don't have to tuck the bow down the side (I don't like bows showing)
www.rocketdog.co.uk/products/jokes-black-eyelet-slip-on-trainers

😍

Lisajacj70 · 17/07/2023 22:08

Wedge trainers for sure. Converse style if going casual. Or I have sone black ones with sequins on for more glam look. So comfy n fashionable.

Lisajacj70 · 17/07/2023 22:10

Padgene Women's Canvas Wedge Trainers Ladies Lace Up Side Zip High Top Ankle Boots Sneaker Pump Sport Shoes https://amzn.eu/d/eL3uTZP

swimminginthesun · 17/07/2023 22:40

hairtodaygonetm · 16/07/2023 18:07

Anything but Vejas. Stan Smiths, Vans, plain old white pumps from M&S, or similar.

Why not veja? I have the esplar and much prefer them to stan smiths. They are a more shoe-like trainer so look better with dresses I think.

FfeminyddCymraeg · 17/07/2023 23:07

I have worn my New Balance 327s to death since I bought them and wear the with most things.

ShyTed · 17/07/2023 23:19

I love my New Balance 530 and wear them with everything, jeans, leggings, dresses, shorts. The most comfy trainers I’ve owned I could walk in them all day!

SoTheyAre · 17/07/2023 23:49

FfeminyddCymraeg · 17/07/2023 23:07

I have worn my New Balance 327s to death since I bought them and wear the with most things.

which colour?

SoTheyAre · 17/07/2023 23:50

ShyTed · 17/07/2023 23:19

I love my New Balance 530 and wear them with everything, jeans, leggings, dresses, shorts. The most comfy trainers I’ve owned I could walk in them all day!

Which colour please? There are too many colours I am unable to chose.

Nellle · 17/07/2023 23:51

Axel Arigato Clean 90s ❤️

pippapipps · 17/07/2023 23:52

White leather converse? I love mine

mummaHE03 · 18/07/2023 01:59

Guess have some nice ‘everyday trainers’ maybe the wrong word Amazon usually do then cheaper if your just wanting to try a pair out or tk maxx often have them in I think there really comfy.

ImAMinion · 18/07/2023 05:08

Canvas superga, platform or not!

MrsJamin · 18/07/2023 07:10

Adidas superstars. Although I generally only wear them in the winter as they are really warm.

Poshcheddar · 18/07/2023 08:29

I second the canvas superga, I love the platform espadrilles especially, really comfortable and look cool.