I bought my first pair of trainers this year for the first time in about five years, and I’m more excited about wearing them than I thought I’d be. Guess which style? Of course I opted for a pair of Adidas and when they arrived, I had a mild panic. How do you style trainers in 2024? As someone who rotates between a capsule of black leather boots in the winter, loafers in spring and autumn, and simple slider sandals come summer, I had all but forgotten how to make trainers work in my wardrobe. So, I did the natural thing and went straight to Instagram and TikTok, on the hunt for some trainer styling inspo. And, go figure, everyone’s wearing their trainers with trousers right now.
Of course, trousers and trainers go hand-in-hand as a foolproof pairing. Still, seeing as trousers are probably the most amenable item in terms of matching up with footwear, you would have thought the shoe options would be more varied. But no, it seems everyone is wearing their trousers exclusively with trainers at the moment. Keen to get this combo right and coordinate it with pieces I already own, I began saving my favourite trainer-and-trouser outfits as I found them. Below are nine I think showcase the combination at its best.
So, scroll on to see the chicest trainer-and-trouser outfits to copy this season (I know I will be).
9 Trainer-and-Trouser Outfits to Try in 2024:
1. Denim Jacket + Striped Trousers + Brown Trainers
Style Notes: Brown trainers are quite literally everywhere right now, in fact, brown in general is key. Go for a retro feel by pairing with fun striped trousers and a fitted denim jacket.
Shop the look:
H&M
Tie-Belt Denim Jacket
Belt at the waist for that fitted look.
ASOS DESIGN
Wide Leg Cotton Poplin Trouser in Pink Stripe
You can make these work, no matter the weather forecast.
adidas
Adidas Originals Gazelle Indoor
This Gazelle colourway is next on my trainer hit list.
2. Blue Shirt + Beige Trousers + Runners
Style Notes: Embrace lighter textures with beige and blue, then give things a sporty edge with a pair of neutral running shoes.
Shop the look:
MANGO
Regular Cotton Lyocell-Blend Shirt
The perfect example of an elevated basic.
Reformation
Mason Pant Es
These come in so many chic colours.
3. Bright Knit + Leather Trousers + Matching Trainers
Style Notes: Red is the colour of the season! Match it on your top half to a detail in your trainers and you’ll look instantly pulled together. The leather trousers? They look great with any trainer option.
Shop the look:
LOULOU STUDIO
Baltra Cashmere Sweater
Such a gorgeous colour.
Abercrombie & Fitch
Curve Love Vegan Leather 90s Straight Pant
My colleagues have told me how brilliant these faux-leather trousers are.
ADIDAS ORIGINALS
Country Japan Nubuck-Trimmed Leather Sneakers
These won’t hang around for long.
4. Checked Blazer + Blue Jeans + Retro Trainers
Style Notes: Is there anything more low-key than jeans and trainers? Add a checked blazer into the mix for an elevated finish.
Shop the look:
Mango
Cross Button Blazer
This will make any outfit look more expensive.
COS
Facade Jeans Straight
Nike
Nike Killshot 2 Women’s Shoes
The muted colourway gives them that retro feel.
5. Grey Blazer + White Wide-Leg Trousers + White Trainers
Style Notes: Minimalists will love this combination of a grey blazer, white wide-leg trousers and a pair of plain white kicks.
Shop the look:
H&M
Double-Breasted Blazer
Size up to get the slouchy feel.
& Other Stories
Wide Press-Crease Trousers
These went straight in my basket.
COMMON PROJECTS
Tournament Leather Sneakers
You’ll be hard-pressed to find an outfit these don’t go with.
6. Wool Coat + Pinstripe Trousers + Grey Trainers
Style Notes: All-grey outfits are key this season, but a pair of grey trainers will work well whatever you pair them with. Tick off another major trend with some pinstripe strides.
Shop the look:
& Other Stories
Voluminous Belted Wool Coat
This looks just as sleek belted.
MANGO
Pinstripe Suit Trousers
I also love the matching waistcoat.
New Balance
2002r Trainers
These look great with blue denim too.
7. Beige Blazer + Striped Trousers + Chunky Trainers
Style Notes: Give breezy pajama-style trousers more structure with a pair of chunky trainers and a slick tailored blazer.
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& Other Stories
Oversized Blazer
The wool-blend material will keep you extra toasty.
THE FRANKIE SHOP
Mirca Striped Twill Wide-Leg Pants
A great jogger alternative.
& Other Stories
Adidas Originals Response Cl
These feel so fresh for 2024.
8. Trench Coat + Tapered Trousers + High-Top Trainers
Style Notes: The ultimate London-girl outfit—a trench coat, tailored trousers and Converse. Tick, tick and tick.
Shop the look:
H&M
Double-Breasted Trenchcoat
H&M always delivers when it comes to trench coats.
& Other Stories
Tailored Tapered Trousers
Converse
Chuck Taylor All Star 70 Canvas High-Top Sneakers
These will never go out of style.
9. Sweater + Leggings + Trainers
Style Notes: We can’t talk trainers and not mention leggings. No longer just for working out, this duo is the ultimate fashion-person-running-errands look.
Shop the look:
Reiss
Elena Wool-Cashmere Crew Neck Jumper
So chic (especially with gold-tone accessories).
Varley
Freesoft High-Rise Legging
Varley leggings are trending big time on TikTok.
NEW BALANCE
1906 Leather-Trimmed Mesh Sneakers
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