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The 21 Pairs Of Trainers The Fashion Set Are Wearing Right Now

Nothing can signal a sartorial vibe shift like a trainer can. Here, Naomi Pike shares the how and why on the best trainers to buy this season.

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Trainers are singular in the style space for their ability to change the vibe of an outfit before you’ve even fastened the laces. Combining comfort and hypebeast credentials, pairs from Nike to Adidas, Balenciaga to Chanel can bring a whole new vibe and energy to even the most tried-and-tested outfit combinations.

This season, the fashion set is shaking things up when it comes to must-have trainers, choosing styles that are not only retro in feel but bring into focus quirky colour palettes. Think outside of the box in pairs that prove chunky, even clunky, but speak of knowing sneaker knowledge.

As a fashion editor, I think the best trainers to buy this season offer up a colour palette that feels a little left field. Think Fenty x Puma's purple and red combination or even the idea of The Row’s sleek-chic brown pair worn with Olsen-approved layering and black opaques set against them in contrast. It’s an idea that doesn’t fall far from ‘so wrong it’s right.’

Trainers are now a big deal for big-name brands with Chanel, Gucci and Balenciaga amongst those that have cult-status styles that those wanting to make an investment should consider, while the high street has options equally worthy of your attention. Marks & Spencer’s have a particularly appealing pair in three different colourways at just £35.

Here, are the best trainer and sneaker options to add to your wardrobe now and rely on all season long.

Onitsuka Tiger Silver Trainers - £115.00

Silver Trainers - £115.00

Onitsuka Tiger Silver Trainers - £115.00

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The viral style, now in seasonal silver.

Fenty X Puma Skate Creeper Sneakers

Skate Creeper Sneakers

Fenty X Puma Skate Creeper Sneakers

If they're good enough for Rihanna...

Nike x Martine Rose Shox R4 Mule Scuba Blue Sneakers - £375.00

x Martine Rose Shox R4 Mule Scuba Blue Sneakers - £375.00

Nike x Martine Rose Shox R4 Mule Scuba Blue Sneakers - £375.00

Undoubtedly fashion's favourite sneaker right now. Wear with a maxi denim skirt or tailored trousers as the ELLE editors do.

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Marks & Spencer Side Detail Trainers

Side Detail Trainers

Marks & Spencer Side Detail Trainers

These Marks & Spencer trainers are the ultimate wear-everywhere shoes.

Asics Gel-Kayano 14 Sneakers

Gel-Kayano 14 Sneakers

Asics Gel-Kayano 14 Sneakers

The perfect Y2K throwback, with a hint of gold and flashes of silver.

Celine - £670.00 CT-01 "Z" Trainers

CT-01 "Z" Trainers

Celine - £670.00 CT-01 "Z" Trainers

These Celine sneakers deserve to be kept brilliantly white.

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Cecilie Bahnsen Cecilie Bahnsen Trainers

Cecilie Bahnsen Trainers

Cecilie Bahnsen Cecilie Bahnsen Trainers

Who says trainers can't be delicate?

Converse x Comme des Garçons PLAY Chuck 70

x Comme des Garçons PLAY Chuck 70

Converse x Comme des Garçons PLAY Chuck 70

The classic Converse given a Comme des Garçons makeover has become a wardrobe staple for the fashion set.

The Row Owen Runner Sneakers

Owen Runner Sneakers

The Row Owen Runner Sneakers

The Row's signature simplicity delivered in sneaker form.

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Valentino VLogo Pace Trainers

VLogo Pace Trainers

Valentino VLogo Pace Trainers

Valentino's signature elegance translated in a easy-to-wear sneaker.

MM6 Maison Margiela X Salomon Sneakers

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MM6 Maison Margiela X Salomon Sneakers

This latest collab between MM6 Maison Margiela and Salomon is as much for the fashion fans as it is the sneaker heads.

Adidas x Wales Bonner Samba "Silver" Sneakers

Samba "Silver" Sneakers

Adidas x Wales Bonner Samba "Silver" Sneakers

Fashion editors wear theirs with contrasting tailored pants or bold kilt skirts and layers of cosy knits.

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New Balance - £100.00 530 Sneakers

530 Sneakers

New Balance - £100.00 530 Sneakers

The definitive retro New Balance for your next Princess Diana off-duty homage.

Miu Miu x New Balance - £700.00 Denim Sneakers

Denim Sneakers

Miu Miu x New Balance - £700.00 Denim Sneakers

Miu Miu's New Balance collaboration continues to hold clout.

Nike Venture Runner

Venture Runner

Nike Venture Runner

No sneak collection is complete without at least one pair donning the classic swoosh.

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Adidas Originals Samba OG Trainers

Samba OG Trainers

Adidas Originals Samba OG Trainers

You don't need us to tell you how of the moment Sambas are. Get them now before they inevitably sell out once again.

Chanel - £1,522.50 Cloth Trainers

Cloth Trainers

Chanel - £1,522.50 Cloth Trainers

The ultimate investment sneaker.

Comme des Garçons X Spalwart Blaster Trainers

X Spalwart Blaster Trainers

Comme des Garçons X Spalwart Blaster Trainers

Now 60% Off

If the Comme Converse aren't for you, consider these Spalwart ones instead.

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Gucci Run GG-crystal Mesh Trainers

Run GG-crystal Mesh Trainers

Gucci Run GG-crystal Mesh Trainers

Sparkle through the season in these scene-stealing Gucci trainers.

Collina Strada Pink Vans Edition Old Skool Vibram DX Sneakers

Pink Vans Edition Old Skool Vibram DX Sneakers

Collina Strada Pink Vans Edition Old Skool Vibram DX Sneakers

Now 61% Off

As seen on the catwalk, these sneakers are part of US cool-girl brand Collina Strada's Vans collab and bring a different stance to pretty in pink.

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