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.
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Belt at the waist for that fitted look.
You can make these work, no matter the weather forecast.
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.
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The perfect example of an elevated basic.
These come in so many chic colours.
Peak dad trainers.
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.
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Such a gorgeous colour.
My colleagues have told me how brilliant these faux-leather trousers are.
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.
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This will make any outfit look more expensive.
The coolest silhouette.
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.
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Size up to get the slouchy feel.
These went straight in my basket.
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.
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This looks just as sleek belted.
I also love the matching waistcoat.
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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The wool-blend material will keep you extra toasty.
A great jogger alternative.
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.
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H&M always delivers when it comes to trench coats.
They also come in camel.
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.
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So chic (especially with gold-tone accessories).
Varley leggings are trending big time on TikTok.
These are fun.
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