If there's one thing that Chanel and Dior have proudly embraced in their all new couture collections, its the very sporty trainer-cum-sneaker! From SS14 to AW14, the runway has not just been about the latest in couture clothing, but also about the latest in couture footwear!
Women's couture footwear has often been over-shadowed by the classic court shoe, sling-back stilettos or chic and smart flats (in particular, the oh so gorgeous loafers). However, as of 2014, footwear fashion is stepping out of its comfort zone...moving away from the conventional, trusted pair of heels, to an all new comforting, flat and sporty pair of sneakers! Who'd have thought?! The resilient pair of not so stylish running shoes that were often associated with early-morning gym enthusiasts to those evening park runners have now become a necessity for every woman's wardrobe...the ultimate fashion fix! While sport brands Nike and Adidas can commemorate in the joy of the rise of the sneaker, will you be joining in the rise of wearing the fashionable sneaker too?
While the runway has ushered us into a world of sneaker acceptance, I have also spotted a couple of ladies braving the trend on streets across Central London too. Now, although this all new sneaker trend has influenced me to share this post, I would also like to comment on the notion of pairing a pair of flat lace up sport-shoes with a sophisticated skirt/dress. Let's all take a moment to reflect...
Honestly, when I first saw this style of outfit incorporated in Chanel's SS14 collection, I wasn't sure about how much of a lasting impression it would have. Clearly, I was wrong. Going back to the ladies who I have caught a glimpse of on the high-street, they were wearing their sneakers with a classic A-line skirt!!! Can you believe it? And that's when you know, it's definitely a fashion hit!
It's hard to say what makes the sneaker the perfect pairing with a sophisticated mid-length skirt, but it does work. Maybe it's just about embracing comfort? I mean runway fashion has always evoked sheer opulence, but equally reminded us that we can't always be in the same fashionable space to wear what's presented to us on the runway. These sneakers, however, they seem to appeal to more than just the runway model or couture enthusiast...they're in our reach, they're practical, comfortable and right on trend. The heeled pump that we apparently labelled 'trendy', 'sophisticated', and 'lady-like' is not necessarily a thing of the past, but somewhat limited to only attracting the archetype dainty woman. The sneaker, on the other hand, dismisses the need of any such approval, and invites you to wear your feminine midi skirt with these robust lace-up's like never before.
It will of course not tickle everybody's fashion tastes, but when comfort and keeping on trend is key, these sneakers are ideal. Whether you label them sneakers or trainers, it really doesn't matter...so long as you embrace them and wear them this summer!
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