1. Adidas Womens Neo Womens Advantage Sneaker
Whether or not you’ve become incredibly basic like the rest of us in white Adidas Superstars, you’d find these just as irresistible. You may barely see the difference between the two styles, but these are clearly a serious upgrade to the overdone tennis shoes you see on every Becky and Kare, simply because they come with subtly trippy holographic stripes.
2. Vans Double Light Gum Old Skool
Although forever a classic, Vans have sort of evolved into trendy sneakers that are no longer limited to sk8er bois. We can thank the socially constructed idea of “street style” for that. NGL, they’ve had a major glow-up since Avril Lavigne’s time, so this millennial pink style is just one of many you’ll find yourself adding to your cart this spring.
3. Keds x Rifle Paper Co. Champion Floral Print Sneaker
4. Steve Madden Lancer Black Sneakers
Here, a chic all-black sneaker to ease your inner goth mind this spring. The style features mesh detailing and a slight platform heel, so you’ll look sleek and trendy in your usual outfit of black leggings and a crop top.
5. Womens Puma Suede Athletic Shoe in Light Blue
If you’re sick of lame af neutrals and still hate almost every color in the rainbow (first of all, what’s wrong with you), then you can still opt for a low-key pop of color with this v soft suede baby blue sneaker.
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As a betch in New York City, the best and biggest pain-in-the-ass city in the USA, I have to do a lot of fucking walking. So much that by the time my lunch break comes around, I basically burned off the calories in my bagel and Starbucks order from earlier (or at least that’s what I tell myself). Since this is my only form of exercise rn, this unverified fact comes as quite a perk and makes me feel slightly better about myself. However, with all that walking comes major outfit and shoe decision-making. Should I look just “alright” and resort to wearing my lame-ass Adidas so I can be comfortable? Or, should I dress like a Waldorf and wear my fave pumps so I can cry in pain by the time 2pm rolls around? I take the mantra “beauty is pain” with a grain of salt and a shot of tequila, so I usually settle for the first option. As a result, I feel like a fucking loser walking around in the world’s fashion capital (NBD) looking like an idiot while also low-key writing about fashion rules. For my city betches high and low, I found a happy medium to our first-world problem. Here are 5 v stylish sneakers that are def made for walking and don’t look fugly af.
1. Aldo Naven Sneakers
Make these neutral sneaks pop with a bold pattern or bright color. These are the definition of street chic with metallic and zipper detailing. Featuring a foam sole and a “walk-ready cushioned lining” (whatever that means), these are literally made for a long commute on your feet. Wear with a T-shirt dress to take these from office appropriate to happy hour hoe asap.
2. Jimmy Choo Miami Suede & Glitter Sneakers
Choo has never let me down when it comes to my fave dependable Saturday night heels. Just like I fashionably stumble around every weekend, he doesn’t fail to provide my hangover with the most comfortable and sophisticated kicks. This pair features two things every betch loves: a shit ton of glitter and a dark neutral color to go with everything else. Dress these up with a mini skirt or keep it chill with a dark pair of jeans, and you’ll be finally be the only girl who isn’t complaining about how bad her feet hurt.
3. Sophia Webster Riko Leather Low-Top Sneaker
IDK about you, but whenever I see someone wearing studded shoes, I immediately think that person is not to be fucked with. Not only would they actually do harm if you felt like kicking someone in the face (which is all the fucking time), but they make you look like a badass bitch regardless of how much your Spotify playlist says otherwise. Since they come with a leather lining, which apparently allows your feet to breathe oddly enough, you won’t feel like they’re suffocating and slowly fostering mold growth inside your shoe all day.
4. Giuseppe Zanotti Brekmoc Double Zip Slip-On Sneakers
Similar to how we like our shots, waxing appointments, and hook-ups, these shoes are quick, easy, and painless. Whether you’re running late for the third time this week or you need a pair of shoes to quickly change into, these slip-ons get the job done without looking like lame af Keds. They come in a color called “pink beige” which happens to also look exactly like the color you probs want for your next mani-pedi.
5. Vionic Splendid Sya Sneaker
Naturally, I saved the best for last since it’s all black and reminds me of the sneaker version of my worn-down combat boots. Designed to look fierce and feel as light as air, this sneaker features a low profile with removable contoured arch support. Except, the contour is not your face makeup. According to its short bio, it also has an American Podiatric Medical Association seal of acceptance, which sounds like something really official and probs hella good for your feet.
