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Best stylish trainers for women

No longer confined to sporting activities, trainers have been given a whole new lease of life by social media stars, fashionistas and… well, just about everyone.

Where once it would’ve been unheard of to wear trainers to work (unless you were a rock star or Steve Jobs) it has now become acceptable - nay, the norm - for a pair of pumps or lace ups to be part of a smart casual outfit.

Both stylish and comfortable, our pick of mock-croc and gleaming metallics takes athleisure footwear to a whole new level.

Silver Converse

Converse are given a metallic silver makeover with this pair from Net-A-Porter. Whilst the metallic finish gives them a bit of glamour, the simple design stops them looking too girly and the wedge heel provides a bit of extra height. Wear with navy in winter and cream in summer.

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£65 | Net-A-Porter | Buy it now

Adidas Gazelles

Classic gazelles suit everything from tight fitting jeans to wide legged culottes. The combination of the pale grey hue and suede finish give this pair a subtle luxe feeling that’s perfect for the office.

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£69.99 | Office | Buy it now

Carvela Kurt Geiger Lamar

Make a statement in KG’s plush low tops. Tapping into the athleisure trend, the sleek black design keeps them looking smart while the gold detailing adds a touch of glamour.

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£139 | Kurt Geiger | Buy it now

Minna Parikka Bunny

Hop to it with Minna Parikka’s cute-as-a-button bunny trainers. Made from soft white leather, the tongue and tail add a whimsical charm to this otherwise plain pair. Add to a flirty summer dress or tailored cigarette pants for laid-back chic. Just be careful not to get them dirty.

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£250 | Selfridges | Buy it now

Nike Cortez Nylon Trainers

You can’t beat the retro style of Nike’s original sneakers and this Cortez pair is no exception. White, red and blue make the perfect summery addition for both smart tailoring and slouchy casuals. It makes a refreshing change from the ever-popular TR6 design.

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£64.95 | Nike | Buy it now

ASOS Darley Clean Lace Ups

All white looks super sharp and this pair, with its chunky sole ann textured treat, is great contender. Add to skinny black jeans for a sport-luxe look.

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£12 | ASOS | Buy it now

New Balance 420 Re-Engineered

This iconic trainer has had a feminine makeover with suede and mesh inserts. Available in a varity of different colour combinations, our favourite has to be this pink and silver pair.

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£56 | New Balance | Buy it now

Steve Madden Breeze Pom Pom Trainers

Fluff is everywhere at the moment - on cuffs, on bags and now on shoes. With their statement tongue, these Steve Madden lace ups have a Gucci-esque feel and the thick white sole keeps them looking current.

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£70 | John Lewis | Buy it now

Acne Studios White Trainers

The straight face detail add a point of interest to this otherwise understated design from Acne Studios. Made from grain white leather, they’ll be comfortable enough to run around all day in.

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£290 | Acne Studios | Buy it now

Lacoste Ziane Chunky Sole Trainers

Lacoste has been the authority on athleisure wear for years. If you’re having a rough morning, throw this gold and white satin pair on with any old outfit and you’ll instantly look smarter- and cooler. A no-brainer for the lazy-but-stylish.

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£60 | Lacoste | Buy it now

Verdict:

Trainers are a staple in your winter and summer wardrobes, for work and for weekends, it is crucial to have a pair of these statement shoes. With this in mind, our favourite has got to be the ultra-stylish metallic Converse at Net-A-Porter. Not only will this stylish shoe add a touch of glamour to any wardrobe but it provides an additional bit of height - what more could you ask for in a shoe?