20 women’s trainers to buy now

Adidas Gazelles just had to be first on our list: these retro tri-stripe trainers are everywhere and yet nowhere right now. By which we mean, they’re the hottest shoe to own (Sienna Miller and Gwyneth Paltrow are big fans) but virtually out of stock on every e-tailer. Grab this leather pair on Net-a-Porter while you still can.

We’re thrilled that New Balance has re-launched its coveted 530 trainers in this off-white colourway. Wear yours with everything from grey joggers to boyfriend denim. (Note that this is a unisex trainer despite being labelled for men.)

Asics are not only the most comfortable running shoes out there, they’re also loved by the style set as a fashion trainer – a quick scroll through Insta and you’ll see them paired with everything from slip dresses to trouser suits.

Trust us, a pair of suede khaki trainers will prove just as versatile as black and white iterations. This sleek plimsol style from Me+Em will look amazing with linen trousers and light-wash denim in the spring/summer months.

I’m sure we don’t need to tell you that Adidas Sambas are back in a big way for 2024 – we’ve spotted many a pair on the front rows of fashion week this month. How is the fashion set wearing them? With billowing maxi skirts, tank tops and cropped trenches.

Two of our favourite sustainable brands teamed up on the shoe collab of the year in 2023: Veja x Reformation dropped last autumn and these chocolate Venturi kicks have been top of our wish list since.

If you’re looking for a smarter pair of trainers to wear to work, consider swapping your go-to plimsols for Reiss’ sleek leather alternative. The platform sole makes them perfect for wearing with maxi hemlines and wide-leg trousers.

If you’re unwilling to spend £100+ on a pair of trainers, Mango should be your first stop. These high street trainers look pricier than they are thanks to the gum sole and on-trend frayed detailing.

Jigsaw’s a great place to go for sporty trainers with a playful twist. Crafted from supple leather, this Portland style is giving us all the retro tennis shoe vibes and we love the pops of yellow and glossy black, too.

Want to tap into the chunky trainer trend on a budget? Check out this option from high street favourite Mango. Our love for silver shoes is going nowhere in 2024.

Unsure of which trainers to buy? You can’t go wrong with a Nike design, which strikes the perfect balance between sporty and classic every time.

These Veja trainers are made from white leather and feature gold accents for a bit of everyday glam.

Thanks to that contrast tab and wedge sole, M&S’ platform trainers are giving Alexander McQueen’s iconic style a run for their money. They cost less than £30, though…

For when you want a dressy but comfortable shoe for parties and dinners, you can’t go wrong with a souped-up sneaker: Boden’s pair is made from plush leopard-print cowhide. These kicks get extra style points for the platform sole – all the height without the blisters!

Air & Grace is the footwear label you need to know – celebrities including Fearne Cotton and Dame Helen Mirren have been spotted in the brand’s statement trainers. This white leather pair is defined by its metallic gold and silver accents – oh and that signature ‘A’ appliqué.

Gucci’s Ace sneakers have been a brand bestseller ever since ex-Creative Director Alessandro debuted the sporty style. We love how the brand has gone all-out with house signatures here – clock the monogram print and tricolor webbing.

These are by far the chicest white trainers we’ve seen. If you’re looking for a designer investment, Chloé’s leather slip-ons will go with everything in your wardrobe – and you can even wear them to the office. We love how the brand’s signature scalloping features, too.

AllBirds’ Tree Runners are a first in the footwear world. The brand has spent a long time trying to make its shoes as sustainable as possible: this pair is made from TENCEL™ Lyocell derived from eucalyptus tree fibres and even has shoe laces made from recycled plastic bottles (swat up on the details here).

Adidas has re-launched its iconic Stan Smith shoe – and these are the trainers everyone wants right now. It doesn’t look different upon first glance, but the Forever trainer is much more sustainable than the OG.

As part of the brand’s initiative to End Plastic Waste, this pair has a vegan upper made from 50% recycled materials and the outsole derives entirely from rubber waste.

The perfect go-with-everything trainer, Whistles’ design is left unlined for breathability. This creates a relaxed look, since the supple leather looks more lived-in with every wear, and means you can wear them without socks.