In my time as a fashion journalist, I've written countless articles about Victoria Beckham's style. Between her time as a Spice Girls member, her iconic mid-'00s stadium-side looks and her transition to designer at the helm of her namesake label, Beckham has provided me with more article fuel than most. And whilst I've covered many of her most notable looks, I have to admit that I've never seen her step out in an outfit that's surprised me quite as much as this.
Casting my eyes over her most recent look, I expected to see her casual ensemble completed with her typical sky-high heels—or a tall wedge, at least—but instead I was shocked to find that Beckham had left her signiture stilettos at home, and, for what might be the first time, the designer saw out her day in a pair of white chunky trainers.
Not one known to prioritise comfort, I've seen Beckham at the airport, traversing bustling crowds and managing the maelstrom of fashion month without once reaching for a flat shoe, but this week, it was a simple stroll through Manhattan that saw the designer have a change of heart. Not entirely sacrificing the extra height that a tall heel imparts, Beckham selected a pair of sold-out Nike Air Jordan trainers with a chunky silhouette, adding extra inches to her ensemble while amping up the impact of her off-duty look.
Whilst retro-inspired low-profile shoes have been dominating shop fronts this season, the style set may need to prepare for chunkier styles to make a comeback very soon, and Beckham's latest outfit could herald the moment things turn around. Designed with a thicker sole, these trainers naturally ground an outfit, injecting a casual energy without distracting from the overall look. Just about the last shoe trend I ever expected Beckham to be seen in, read on to discover the single style of trainers that can coax Beckham out of her stilettos below.
SHOP CHUNKY TRAINERS:
Style with straight leg jeans or pair with a billowy cotton skirt.
The Salomon trainer trend isn't showing any signs of slowing down.
Whilst I love these in the white, they also come in eight other shades.
Style with straight leg jeans or pair with a billowy skirt.
These also come in two other shades.
These come up slightly small, so consider sizing up if you're inbetween sizes.
The thick rubber soles ensure a comfortable stride.
The chunky sole add a little extra height in the most comfortable way.
Chloé's Nama trainers are a favourite within fashion circles.
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