Having a versatile pair of summer trainers is necessary for the season. In time for travel, exploration, and fun, having a comfortable, stylish pair of shoes is imperative to prep for the summer. Though platform shoes were trending for several years, sleeker, minimal trainers have made their way into the fashion atmosphere. "It shoes" like the Adidas Sambas and Salomon trainers have been loved by cool girls like Bella Hadid and Hailey Bieber.
Whether you intend to dress up your summer trainers or wear them with other athletic wear, having everyday, stylish shoes will get your summer started on the right foot. With so many cool options, L'OFFICIEL rounds up our favorite summer trainers.
Japanese athletic shoe brand Onitsuka Tiger has been a favourite with cool girls recently. The trendy, sleek design of these summer trainers is accentuated with a yellow statement colour.
Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 Yellow/Black, $130, Asics
It would be impossible to mention stylish summer trainers without mentioning Adidas Sambas. Seen on all of our favorite celebrities like Bella Hadid, these versatile trainers go with any look.
Adidas Men's Samba Classic Indoor Soccer Shoes, $75, Dick's Sporting Goods
Gorpcore lovers can attest to the comfortable quality of Saloman shoes, as can Rihanna who sported a pair during her Super Bowl Halftime Show performance. Whether you're looking to run errands, hit the outdoors, or perform in front of millions of people, the army green colouring of these XT-6 Expanse trainers will keep you looking stylish all summer.
Salomon Green XT-6 Expanse Sneakers, $190, Ssense
The chunky design of Axel Arigato's trainers could dress up a summer slip dress in a contrasting way. The luxury lifestyle brand reimagines classics to bring you the most stylish summer trainer.
Axel Arigato White & Blue Marathon Sneakers, $370, Ssense
Black trainers have been all the rage this year. With rose-gold hardware and the lace-up closure, Roa's black summer trainers are easy to pair with any lightweight outfit.
Roa Black Neal Sneakers, $325, Ssense
Vivienne Westwood's iconic Orb logo spices up these classic black trainers. If you're looking for an elevated basic, these are the summer trainers for you.
Vivienne Westwood Black Plimsoll 2.0 Low Top Sneakers, $210, Ssense
Another Adidas mention, the Gazelle's silhouette is a classic for a reason. The trendy lilac colouring is a fun pop to any summer outfit.
Adidas Originals Purple Gazelle 85 Sneakers, $140, Ssense
If you plan on doing a lot of exploring, New Balance's 574 Core shoes are the summer trainers for you. Though the simplistic grey design of the shoe is minimalistic, the shape of this summer trainer is the ultimate dad shoe.
New Balance Gray 574 Core Sneakers, $85, Ssense
The most iconic option of all, Rombaut's low-top white trainers go easily with any summer outfit option. The shoe's geometric structure elevates this classic.
Rombaut White Atmoz Sneakers, $360, Ssense
Low-top Converse are some of the most classically versatile shoes. The brown take on these summer trainers will get you from point A to point B in style and simplicity.
Converse Brown Chuck 70 Seasonal Color Sneakers, $85, Ssense
Skate brand Vans is known for its iconic trainers. This bright blue suede option is so summery, making it your next favorite summer trainer.
Vans Blue OG Style 36 LX Sneakers, $100, Ssense
Baby pink shoes are the most fun way to lighten up any summer outfit. These Amiri low-top trainers are a beautiful summer trainer option.
Amiri Pink Skel Top Low Sneakers, $590, Ssense
