Give your feet a well deserved break from high heels by hopping on the sneaker bandwagon this season. To help you do just that, here are two beautiful collections from Adidas and New Balance.
The new ZX 700 Contemp sneaker, $135, in Electricity, Running white and Red zest
The bold colours, beautiful cut and the iconic three-stripe marks of the Adidas ZX family of sneakers make them a great choice for fashionistas looking to make a statement; the new ZX 700 Contemp shoes are a great case in point. With its reflective inserts and eye popping neon colourway, the ZX 700 Contemp sneaker will definitely get you some attention.
The New Balance “Cherry Blossom” 999 collection, $169, will be available in two colours, pastel pink and mint green
In contrast, the new “Cherry Blossom” 999 collection from New Balance gives us a soft, girly look with its pastel pink and mint green accents. Whichever one you choose, both collections are a good way to enjoy the best of both worlds – comfort and style.
There’s just one problem. Hitting the streets in these sporty trainers is easy. Incorporating them into office-friendly outfits, on the other hand, not so much. Lucky for you, we’ve figured out three foolproof ways to rock the sneaker craze at work.
1. SUIT UP
Put a refreshing twist on the classic matching two-piece look by slipping on trainers like our street style stars. You’ll look smart enough for the office while still keeping a bit of fun in your wardrobe.
From left: Adidas ZX 850, $135; Nineteen Eighty one button oversized jacket, US$320; Nina Nikicio blazer with print details, US$110; Stolen Girlfriends Club Bento Bucket hat, US$125
Blazers are the key pieces to getting this look right and we love both the Nineteen Eighty white one button oversized jacket and the Nina Nikicio blazer with print details pictured above. Top it all off with a colourful hat, like this Bento bucket hat (above) to give your ensemble that extra oomph.
2. KEEP IT SIMPLE
Check out how effortlessly chic our street style stars look by pairing trainers with solid colours and simple cuts. Let the shoes do the talking with this minimalist look.
From left: Adidas ZX 700, $135 ; Seoul Headline New York dress, US$110; You You gauze culottes, US$145; Fleamadonna champagne metallic skirt, US$320
Throw on these You You gauze culottes as seen above with any basic shirt to go with your sneakers for a minimalist look. Or if you’re feeling a little daring, try the New York dress (above) from Headline Seoul that shows a hint of skin through the grey mesh detailing. For a more sophisticated ensemble, go for the Fleamadonna champagne metallic skirt.
3. PRINTED DRESSES
If you’re more of a maximalist, you can also wear the sneaker trend with crazy prints and neon colours like our street style stars pictured above. You’ll be sure to turn more than a few heads with this look.
From left: Adidas ZX 700 Contemp, $135 ; Stolen Girlfriends Club T-shirt dress, US$205; Stylestalker Kiss the Glass dress, US$200; Andrea Moore We belong dress in Garden of Eden print, US$290
To make a eye popping statement, try the Andrea Moore We Belong dress in the Garden of Eden print. Or if you prefer a sleek and classy look, go for the Stylestalker Kiss the Glass dress. For an edgier look, try this t-shirt dress in leopard print from Stolen Girlfriends Club.
Shop the look now at the SheShops online store:
Nina Nikicio Blazer With Print Details
Nineteen Eighty One Button Oversized Jacket
Stolen Girlfriends Club Bento Bucket hat
You You Gauze Culottes
Headline Seoul New York Dress
Fleamadonna Champagne Metallic Skirt
Stylestalker Kiss the Glass Dress
Andrea Moore We Belong Dress in Garden Of Eden Print
Stolen Girlfriends Club T-shirt Dress