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Trainers for A/w - what are you wearing?

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Mysteise · 14/08/2026 20:49

I am so over this heat and v much looking forward to packing my sandals away until next year!
On that note, I’m looking to upgrade my everyday trainers and never quite know what’s currently trendy and comfy.
Are colours still in, or are we heading back towards neutrals? Not really a fan of anything too bold, but I do like richer autumnal tones burgundy, chocolate brown, dark green etc.
What are you all planning to wear this A/W? Any particular trainers you’d recommend? Would love some inspo!

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Mysteise · 17/08/2026 22:02

Thanks everyone for all your amazing suggestions! I ordered the brown and white Spezials due to the volume of recommendations for that style. There’s lots of colours at a discount on asos right now! I have also made note to DH for the tigers for my birthday in couple months time so I have a couple of pairs to choose from :)

Love some of the more unique suggestions too especially the platform Pumas someone linked a while back.

So glad I get to wear trainers to work and everywhere now. Just a few years ago I was in low heels pretty much every day… can’t bear the thought of that now! Its below 20 degrees for the first time in ages here next week so I’m excited to give my new trainers their debut!

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Imowningup · 18/08/2026 06:20

Ilovemsrachel · 15/08/2026 20:21

Colours are out of fashion, if that’s something you care about. Chunky 90s style white trainers are big. New balance and Nike mostly.

Hi, 2022 welcome to the thread,

Grumpynewmum23 · 18/08/2026 09:06

I just love and always have loved all adidas orginals! I've just bought Adidas Superstars in a brown suede/cream as love my brown and cream spezials. They're nice with a wide leg and chunky jumper!!

OnlyUsername · 18/08/2026 09:29

I have noticed there are loads of what I would call summer-coloured trainers on offer (more than usual - I am a former footwear buying manager so I know the patterns). I guess we have all been in sandals!

lovingthebeachlife · 18/08/2026 09:44

i’m trainer obsessed and haven’t worn them in months!

wheelywheelynice · 18/08/2026 10:01

MyLuckyPeachOtter · 15/08/2026 20:56

I’m really torn between 3 pairs! I’m wondering if I should check Vinted and maybe try to get two of them for a wee bit cheaper.

https://www.next.co.uk/style/su976614/g70332
https://www.next.co.uk/style/su976614/v35495
https://www.office.co.uk/view/product/office_catalog/2,20/2156958662

My current spezials are still good but they’re such a pale colour 🥲

Beware, lots of fakes on Vinted. Run label images through AI to be certain.

Alwayswonderedwhy · 18/08/2026 10:41

Flower mountain, so many different colour options and they're really comfortable. Also NB 991v2.

TorroFerney · 18/08/2026 13:09

I’ll be getting a new pair of VEJA volley. I’ve quite wide feet and gazelles and sambas pinch me . I love onitsuku tiger but I’ve been told they are not the broad of feet’s friend.

I’ll do my usual golden goose superstar peruse of course and then not buy them.

TorroFerney · 18/08/2026 13:14

Has anyone got asics sky hand? But like tigers but more clumpy , I wondered if they would have a wider toe box than tigers?

EmiliaBassano · 18/08/2026 15:24

Venusunbroken · 15/08/2026 10:14

Another vote for onitsuka tigers , I’ve two pairs, these and the white colour way. They are hands down the comfiest trainers I’ve ever owned, hidden arch support, soft, and a more delicate profile.

https://www.onitsukatiger.com/gb/en-gb/mexico-66/p/1183a201-127.html?_gl=11h5f5ul_upMQ.._gs*MQ..&gclid=Cj0KCQjwnIDUBhDrARIsAJDGwSsR0eurPieorz3OOGpcoFqwHYBZOdawfPbFjb6Bl6HKsySktV4_6hoaArkKEALw_wcB&gbraid=0AAAAACpRHyTexaoZ-E5A3P7aVMi5LcHS7

I can also recommended the me and em ones., I have them in the tan and also cream which they don’t have any more, just that bit smarter than the tigers, but better with trousers,

https://www.meandem.com/retro-runner-trainer-tan

I've got three pairs of these and am wearing them out.

DoreenCorkhill · 18/08/2026 16:57

Hoffs they are fab

JustAMum42 · 18/08/2026 20:45

Lovemycat2023 · 15/08/2026 21:06

I love mine - annoyingly they don’t seem to do them anymore. I wish I’d bought two pairs!

@Lovemycat2023 What ones do you have and love? ☺️ I sell the brand.

JustAMum42 · 18/08/2026 20:49

Gettingbysomehow · 17/08/2026 13:48

Ive just bought a third pair in another colour for autumn. I love them 😂troot sounds good to me. This type of trainer boot has been around forever.

@Gettingbysomehow I sell Rieker shoes and these have been some of our best sellers for the last few couple of A/W seasons 🤣 and they’re already proving popular this year again.

They’re not my cup of tea style wise but we try every style on and I have to say, they are very comfortable!

Lovemycat2023 · 18/08/2026 21:09

JustAMum42 · 18/08/2026 20:45

@Lovemycat2023 What ones do you have and love? ☺️ I sell the brand.

They are tan suede boots. Look like the antistress boots but paler and suede rather than leather.

JustAMum42 · 18/08/2026 21:14

Lovemycat2023 · 18/08/2026 21:09

They are tan suede boots. Look like the antistress boots but paler and suede rather than leather.

Ahhh, not quite sure what ones you mean but if you have a pic I’m happy to have a search and see if the do a similar style for you ☺️

crazycatladie · 18/08/2026 21:36

5 year old sketchers 🤣

Ilovemsrachel · 18/08/2026 21:52

Imowningup · 18/08/2026 06:20

Hi, 2022 welcome to the thread,

What a weird comment. I’m going by what I’ve seen fashion students at central st Martin’s wearing this summer - not a coloured trainer in sight. She asked specifically if they were still in fashion. I personally don’t care but would dispute the notion that I’m not current!

BendyDickCumbInMySnatch · 19/08/2026 13:58

My tigers are arriving today! I will post a pic

VioletSeagull · 19/08/2026 15:05

I’m trying to avoid buying new trainers for autumn/winter, though I don’t know if I have the willpower!

I have a nearly new pair of Adidas Samba Janes (their sneakerina style) that I plan to continue wearing in early autumn. I also have:

Adidas Campus 00 in black with pink stripes.

Nike dunk low in white with greyish-green details in a sort of corduroy fabric. They’re from a couple of years ago and I love them. I think they can be worn year round.

I also have a pair of Nike Cortez that I haven’t worn yet. They are leather with suede details, and the Nike swoosh is perforated. I really like the look of them, they are slimmer than my other trainers. But I think I will save them for next spring/summer.

Calliopespa · 19/08/2026 18:58

Sallyssn · 17/08/2026 18:15

According to Vogue trainers are out and smart lace ups and loafers are in.

Hooray!

I'm not a fan of the "mum in her trainers" look if I am honest.

I have some for things like the park, but they are getting worn everywhere now: work, out for dinner. I suppose it's harmless if people find it comfortable.

Mysteise · 19/08/2026 21:48

@Sallyssn interesting! What is a smart lace up exactly, I’m intrigued if they would work with jeans. Would love some links!

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SquirrelGG · 20/08/2026 03:31

Trickedbyadoughnut · 17/08/2026 13:17

I can't wait to get back into my burgundy Spezials. They're actually a great colour to go with black and blue jeans, which was why I wanted them, but also good for not showing the dirt:

https://www.adidas.co.uk/handball-spezial-shoes/JP8726.html

I also want the neutral mushroom-coloured ones someone linked upthread or an animal print. I can't decide!

I just bought a similar pair and love them. Mine were called red but are actually a light burgundy colour, and the cream trim is suede.

ERthree · 20/08/2026 09:33

I will mostly be wearing green Dunlop wellies😆I love looking at all the trainers on this thread, there are some stunners. No use to me but maybe i could buy some to put on my mantlepiece and admire😂

Globules · 20/08/2026 09:55

Would love your thoughts on these please - I'm sorely tempted...

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