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Trainers for A/w - what are you wearing?

210 replies

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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BendyDickCumbInMySnatch · 20/08/2026 09:59

Ok here you go they are great! The support is amazing they do not feel flat at all

Trainers for A/w - what are you wearing?
Trainers for A/w - what are you wearing?
BendyDickCumbInMySnatch · 20/08/2026 09:59

@Globules the brown are nice!

deedeemegadoodoo · 20/08/2026 12:02

I’ve been wearing slim Mexico 66 Onitsuka Tiger for the past couple of years in light colours. I asked my husband to get me these navy ones from Japan when he went earlier this year to wear with darker jeans for winter. I’ll continue to wear my leopard Adidas SL72s too.

Trainers for A/w - what are you wearing?
ABoldStatement · 20/08/2026 14:27

Globules · 20/08/2026 09:55

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

I love the berry ones!

Blueskies77 · 20/08/2026 19:29

OnlyUsername · 15/08/2026 13:18

Converse - I have about 20 pairs. But aside from that I'll be wearing Puma Palermos in blue and dark purple I think? I don't really do plain trainers.

I have bought these to wear with barrel leg jeans in autumn.

How good are the Palermos in the rain please? I’ve been tempted to get a pair but will probably avoid if rain goes through easily.

OnlyUsername · 20/08/2026 19:38

Blueskies77 · 20/08/2026 19:29

How good are the Palermos in the rain please? I’ve been tempted to get a pair but will probably avoid if rain goes through easily.

I'm not sure! Mine are both suede so I try and avoid rain. I did get wet in Dublin in my blue pair and didn't notice wet feet but they're not waterproof (same with most trainers as they'd need taped seams etc).

triile · 20/08/2026 19:45

just bought these

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PrayForPlagues · 20/08/2026 20:08

I’m an elder emo so I’ll be wearing my slip on checkerboard Vans as usual 😂

https://www.vans.com/en-gb/p/checkerboard-classic-slip-on-shoes-VN000EYEBWW

thelastcakeismine · 20/08/2026 21:31

Some great inspiration on this thread-I need to purchase at least one pair of trainers this autumn and fancy burgundy.

I have ‘awkward’ feet so they need to be wide and comfy - current faves (comfortable & vaguely fashionable) are my pink NB’s & leopard print Fit Flop
trainers - always get comments on the
latter.

Love the look of the moon shoes but fear they’ll be too narrow. Was
looking at the brown Hoff’s on the JL website-they’ve had good feedback on here I think.

I’m hoping Stan Smiths will make a comeback soon.

ahhhhhwoof · 21/08/2026 05:47

I second flower mountain and Hoff but I’m also on the lookout for some alohas or autry

askmenow · 21/08/2026 08:30

Puffalicious · 17/08/2026 10:33

https://www.jdwilliams.co.uk/shop/p/at175?optionSize=7

I've found them: Adidas Barreda Lo in metallic. They're much less bright silver in reality.

They're SO cheap on sale right now, but at £60 full price I think they're a bargain.

I have now seen other colours on sale elsewhere & am SO tempted. I need to stay off this board 🫣.

What is the sizing like on these given I’m a Uk 7.5. TIA.

Princessfluffy · 21/08/2026 11:54

i bought these in the summer but will also be wearing them this autumn

Trainers for A/w - what are you wearing?
Trainers for A/w - what are you wearing?
ReadingTime · 21/08/2026 12:19

Venusunbroken · 16/08/2026 07:36

Yes they have hidden arch support inside, they are not like converse,

They only have a very thin bit of support though, I have older feet with high arches and I need more support than you get in these. I still wear them because they are so cute but they’re not the comfyiest.

MyLuckyPeachOtter · 21/08/2026 15:42

Can anyone with Salomons say what sizing is like? From Googling they seem to run a little small? I live in the Highlands so they would be practical for winter and easy to wear with leggings and puffer at the weekend 😆

Silverbirchleaf · 21/08/2026 16:47

MyLuckyPeachOtter · 21/08/2026 15:42

Can anyone with Salomons say what sizing is like? From Googling they seem to run a little small? I live in the Highlands so they would be practical for winter and easy to wear with leggings and puffer at the weekend 😆

Edited

I have some Salomon Alphacross trail shoes. I have my normal size and they fit fine, but I’ll will admit that another half size would probably better. They’re not uncomfortable or tight, but I have to wear my thinner socks.

minnowonthesay · 21/08/2026 17:28

I’ve just ordered the Me & Em tan ones - made myself sell £175 worth of stuff on Vinted first and I hit my target 🙌🏼

Mysteise · 21/08/2026 18:12

minnowonthesay · 21/08/2026 17:28

I’ve just ordered the Me & Em tan ones - made myself sell £175 worth of stuff on Vinted first and I hit my target 🙌🏼

Yay 🙌🏻 new purchases always feel extra special when you’ve ’earned’ them don’t they!

I can’t stop staring at my new Spezials, I love them and they fit like a dream 😹 DH loves them too. Thanks so much all for helping me choose!

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Clarabell77 · 21/08/2026 20:51

Wjdbxb · 17/08/2026 10:14

I like the look of the Tigers but I have wide feet and I suspect they’re for slimmer feet only. Anyone?

They are fine for wide feet, they’re very comfortable and they also have a bit of give as they’re soft.

The only thing I’m not keen on is the flap at the heel, any time I’ve had them it’s always sticking up and just ruins the look of them to me.

Clarabell77 · 21/08/2026 20:59

thelastcakeismine · 20/08/2026 21:31

Some great inspiration on this thread-I need to purchase at least one pair of trainers this autumn and fancy burgundy.

I have ‘awkward’ feet so they need to be wide and comfy - current faves (comfortable & vaguely fashionable) are my pink NB’s & leopard print Fit Flop
trainers - always get comments on the
latter.

Love the look of the moon shoes but fear they’ll be too narrow. Was
looking at the brown Hoff’s on the JL website-they’ve had good feedback on here I think.

I’m hoping Stan Smiths will make a comeback soon.

I found hoff to be a bit narrow (the parks anyway)

pumpkinspiceforbreakfast · 21/08/2026 21:24

aveeva · 17/08/2026 20:34

I just got myself a pair of these after seeing their ads on social media:

https://lejanbrand.com/en-gb/products/lejan-melrose-chocolate?variant=53927149896009

Only tried them on so far, but they seem very comfortable.

I love the look of these so I googled and it turns out they are barefoot shoes. I didn’t get along with vivo barefoot at all so just wondering how comfy these are and do they feel barefoot (no cushioning)?

also for anyone who has flower mountain are they comfortable? I love the look of them but they are ££ so I would need to wear them everywhere and I walk a lot!

Princessfluffy · 21/08/2026 21:38

My flower mountains are my most comfortable shoes ever. Mine are Goretex with vibram soles. They were expensive but worth it. Easy to walk 20,000 steps a day in them.

runnersfeet · 21/08/2026 21:41

PotatoNumber5 · 15/08/2026 09:52

My friend was wearing these recently and I am eyeing a pair up for myself now. I was an avid Adidas girl but they’re everywhere now.

sansmatin.co.uk/collections/womens?srsltid=AfmBOop_jQ7RHftxWIlGTc_QfYiXfo1dO-kr_3K1fuJ5FVwyd8LDOm-y

Love love love!!

Fancyachangefromitall · 21/08/2026 23:32

PineappleCandy · 15/08/2026 20:01

The same sketchers I've been wearing for the last several years. I didn't know buying new trainers every season was a thing...

It’s a thing if you want it to be a thing always nice to have a new pair of trainers