Gone are the days when sneakers were reserved only for long walks and going to the gym. Now, tennis shoes are a fashion statement, with designers like Miu Miu, Balenciaga and Loewe introducing the eye-catching silhouette to the runways. However, knowing how to style sneakers this season without making them look dated can be a tricky task.
The secret is to embrace unexpected summer sneaker outfits. Yoga pants, simple tees and jeans obviously match tennis shoes, but stunning silhouettes like slip dresses and mini skirts create a real fashion moment. It’s all about leaning into the shoe’s misogyny principle, adding an intentional and modern styling choice that works for you.
Bermuda shorts, boat totes, and lightweight pullovers fall into the same category, providing a primer for otherwise sporty, casual kicks. But then again, it feels perfectly curated, showing that you’re a fashion person who really knows what they’re doing.
slip dresses
even if you’re wearing chunky New Balance kicks or slim Onitsuka Tiger sneakers, a slip dress is the answer. It provides perfect contrast, provides dynamism and smoothness.
Mango
Tabi 2 Polka Dot Sleeveless Dress
elodie the label
EV Satin Slip Dress
Wilfred
canal satin dress
Bermuda shorts
Shorts and summer go together — but a trendy thigh-grazing twist keeps things modern and fresh. The sneakers were created for a classic Americana aesthetic, offering a comfortable and practical look.
Madewell
Essex Long Baggy Shorts
Levi’s
Baggy Dad Utility Shorts
j crew
denim bermuda shorts
boat bag
That’s why canvas tote bags are a year-round staple; They’re coastal, timeless, and Ivy League-coded. Even better, the off-duty silhouette brings effortless polish to any pair of tennis shoes.
llbean
boat and tote bag
j crew
1998 Mini Montauk Tote
mini skirt
While kitten heels and flats are the more obvious choice for a mini skirt, sneakers take the look up a notch. They add a clean-cut edge, creating a more casual, carefree approach to dressing.
all ways
Loretta Mini Skirt
Aye
AE Low-Rise It Knit Micro Mini Skirt
light weight sweater
Balance the proportions with a light sweater. Not only does it offer a modern, minimalist look, but it’s also perfect for breezy evenings and late-night patio dinners.
old Navy
Bounce Wool Crew-Neck Cropped Sweatshirt
loveshackfancy
dessa cardigan
