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best cool fashion trainers
Salomon XT-6 unisex sportstyle shoes
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best cool fashion trainers
Salomon XT-6 unisex sportstyle shoes
Credit: SALOMONYou can’t cross a London borough RN without spotting some Salomon XT-6s in the wild. We’ll be wearing this soft-toned pair with legs out and knee-high socks à la Bella Hadid.
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best adidas fashion trainers
Adidas Originals Samba OG trainers in white and indigo
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best adidas fashion trainers
Adidas Originals Samba OG trainers in white and indigo
Ok, so we know there’s a new it-trainer in town (see above), but we’ll always have a soft spot for a Samba. Plus, these white versions will look amazing with practically everything in your wardrobe.
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New Balance 1906R Hi-lite with silver metallic and solar flare
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New Balance 1906R Hi-lite with silver metallic and solar flare
Credit: New BalanceThese new-release fluoro green New Balances are our Shopping Editor’s top pick for a fresh new szn trainer. She says, “I’ll be pairing these with black jeans, pinstripe blazers, performance fleece pullovers and plenty of silver jewellery.” Psst - they are a unisex style, so be sure to click on the size chart to make sure you’ve grabbed the right pair before checking out.
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best comfortable fashion trainers
Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66
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best comfortable fashion trainers
Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66
Seen on the feet of many a celeb and TikTok girlie, there’s no denying the Mexico 66s from Onitsuka Tiger are having a major moment. Wear yours with a denim maxi skirt, micro-shorts or any bottom really–they all work.
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best asics fashion trainers
Asics UB5-S gel-nimbus 9 faux leather-trimmed mesh sneakers
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best asics fashion trainers
Asics UB5-S gel-nimbus 9 faux leather-trimmed mesh sneakers
Credit: NET-A-PORTERAsics started out as some of the OG experts in running, but in recent years, the fashion crowd have adopted them as popular everyday dad sneakers, too. We approve.
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Axel Arigato Marathon runner
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Axel Arigato Marathon runner
Sometimes a runner’s good looks say it all–no explanation necessary.
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Hoka x FP Movement Clifton 9 Sneakers
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Hoka x FP Movement Clifton 9 Sneakers
Credit: Free PeopleWe can confirm Hoka soles really are as squishy as they look. The running shoe brand has again partnered with Free People's athleisure edit, FP Movement, on a range of exclusive colourways – including this dreamy pastel hue – to blend cloud-like comfort with sophisticated style.
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best converse fashion trainers
Converse Chuck 70 Vintage Canvas
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best converse fashion trainers
Converse Chuck 70 Vintage Canvas
Considering the Chuck 70s have been around for almost a century, we think it's safe to say these will always be relevant.
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best dad fashion trainers
New Balance 530 Trainers
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best dad fashion trainers
New Balance 530 Trainers
One of the many style lessons we’ve learnt from Hailey Bieber is that adding an oversized jacket, pair of white socks, and New Balances can elevate any pilates ‘fit. Go on, try it.
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best nike fashion trainers
Nike Dunk low women's shoes
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best nike fashion trainers
Nike Dunk low women's shoes
Credit: NIKEDunks are a modern classic; there are no two ways around it. Add these babies to the bag stat if you, too, want to get in on all the trendy trainer fun. Trust us; they’re never around for long.
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best designer fashion trainers
Balenciaga Track logo-detailed mesh and rubber sneakers
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best designer fashion trainers
Balenciaga Track logo-detailed mesh and rubber sneakers
One thing’s for sure, at a price like this, we won’t be hitting the track in these sneakers any time soon, but they sure will look mighty fine poking out from under our jeans instead.
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New Balance 574 Core Shoes
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New Balance 574 Core Shoes
As you can probs tell by now, New Balances are all the rage. These grey beauties are going to look 10/10, finishing off an all-white ensemble. Whadda you think?
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best suede fashion trainers
Adidas Gazelle indoor suede sneakers
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best suede fashion trainers
Adidas Gazelle indoor suede sneakers
Credit: FARFETCHGazelles are the other equally quick-selling Adidas must-haves. The indoor styles are known for their incredible colourways (hello, pink, purple & black), so if you’re lucky (and fast), you can walk away with some real gems.
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best skater fashion trainers
Vans UA classic slip-on shoes
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best skater fashion trainers
Vans UA classic slip-on shoes
Now 33% Off
Credit: ARKETWe’ve always appreciated these slip-ons from afar, but once we saw EmRata rocking them with a crop top and cargo pants in Paris, we knew we had to have a pair.
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best black fashion trainers
Asics Black GEL-VENTURE 6 Trainers
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best black fashion trainers
Asics Black GEL-VENTURE 6 Trainers
We are all for an all-black chunky trainer, and these ones from Asics are extra dreamy.
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best basketball fashion trainers
Nike Air Jordan 1 Mid
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best basketball fashion trainers
Nike Air Jordan 1 Mid
More of a mid-top kinda gal? You can’t go wrong with Air Jordans. Just ask Rihanna.
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best sport fashion trainers
HOKA Speedgoat 5 - Cream/Sandstone
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best sport fashion trainers
HOKA Speedgoat 5 - Cream/Sandstone
From the trails to the runways and leggings to tulle skirts, Hokas have been seen pretty much everywhere and under everything. These beauts are ready for your next run, whether that be off-road or to grab a quick flat white pre-work.
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best silver fashion trainers
Golden Goose Running sole distressed-effect sneakers
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best silver fashion trainers
Golden Goose Running sole distressed-effect sneakers
Credit: FARFETCHAfter missing out on the Adidas x Wales Bonner and Cecilie Bahnsen x Asics silver sneakers, we refuse to let these dad trainers get away. And yes, they've been designed to look worn in.
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best fashion trainers collaboration
Ganni x New Balance RC30 Trainers
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best fashion trainers collaboration
Ganni x New Balance RC30 Trainers
Ganni and New Balance have joined forces once more to bring us three limited-edition unisex styles we have to have.
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best white fashion trainers
Geox Jaysen woman trainers
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best white fashion trainers
Geox Jaysen woman trainers
Credit: GEOXThese preppy sneakers are comfy, timeless, and breathable. If you prefer your trainers without any flashy branding or noticeable logos, give them a spin.
Sophie Leen is the Bookings Editor for Cosmopolitan UK and Women's Health UK. She specialises in creating fashion and shopping content across both digital and print platforms, as well as producing all of our fashion editorial photoshoots, which have included our digital cover with Olly Alexander and our curve influencer’s letter to the high street story. Sophie also looks after our Try Before You Train franchise where our team have tested and reviewed over 100 gymwear items.
Maddy Alford is the Fashion Editor at Cosmopolitan UK and Women's Health UK, covering fashion content online and in print. Maddy specialises in shopping galleries and first-person reviews of the best fashion buys, from jeans and jewellery to wedding dresses, gymwear, and winter coats. She also writes op-eds on on pop culture, viral fashion moments, travel journalism, fitness, and the LGBTQ+ community's relationship with style. Maddy is also a fashion stylist who has worked on over 100 photoshoots at Hearst, including those starring Raye, Niall Horan, and Lena Dunham. Previously, she has worked in fashion PR and e-commerce, including stints at ELLE US and UK, Net-a-Porter, InStyle, and Time Out New York. Maddy has ten years of experience in the fashion industry in both London and New York City, after graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism. She is passionate about second-hand shopping, inclusive fashion, running on Regent's Canal, and finding London's cosiest pubs.
Courtney Smith is Fashion Assistant at Cosmopolitan UK and Women's Health UK, where she works across both print and digital. She has been in the fashion industry for over nine years, initially as a model and later as a fashion assistant and writer in media. When she is not assisting on shoots with the likes of Tom Daley and Raye or bringing about a surge in online hula hoop sales, she can be found at the ponds getting in some quality time with her one true love: swimwear.
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