Big city life

Nothing captures the independent urban feel of city life better than a pair of high top trainers. Men, women and children have been wearing these internationally popular sneakers for the past few decades, and have not yet fallen out of love with them. High top trainers keep on renewing themselves and designers find new ways to make them catch our attention. More stylish than ever; we've never loved our high tops more than now.

The all-in-one shoe

High tops are comfortable, stylish and have a lot of character. Even though these street stars can be rough and rugged, brands like Fornarina also make them available to you in girlie styles and colours, with embellishment detail. This girly take on high tops make them suited to wear with your summer dress and favourite handbag.

High tops: from sport to street to super stylish

High top trainers as we know them today originated on the basketball court. They have been used for the sport since the 1920's, and gradually caught the attention of the fashion world in the decades to come. Converse of course pioneered the very first pair of high top trainers. They were made famous by basketball superstar Chuck Taylor, and the shoes are still in fashion today. High top trainers are youthful and energetic, and add a bit of a trendy edge to any outfit.

High top trainers are the all-round, always-there-for-you shoe

You can wear your high top trainers all year round. They provide heat in winter, and look great with a pair of skinny jeans. Add a hoodie for a casual occasion or a collar shirt for a bit of fashionable irony. In summer, you can wear your high top trainers with shorts or skirts. Combine it with a printed T-shirt. High top trainers are versatile, stylish and comfortable - all the reason to pick your favourite on Stylight today!

Walk This Way: How to Style Your High Top Sneakers

There’s something to be said about a shoe donned by basketballers and supermodels alike. Though we’re not quite sure what makes the high top sneaker the perfect combination of timelessness and innovation, we’d like to think there’s a bit of magic woven in the laces.

No matter your style, there’s a high top waiting to be worn. Need proof? Check out these styles that channel the sneaker’s eternal cool.

Classic

Dark-washed denim, loose cotton tees: it’s safe to say your closet is filled with classic pieces fit for any decade. Complete your minimalistic wardrobe with a pair of high top canvas sneakers. Colors like black, white and navy bring an ageless versatility to the athletic shoe. Style them with acid washed skinnies and a loose fitting tee for an off-duty model look.

Sporty

You’d prefer fitted sweatpants to a tight mini any day. We get it. Add a sporty lace-up high top to your sportswear for a shoe that’s ready to hit the gym. Wear them with dark hued joggers and a matte black hoodie for a game-ready look.

Edgy

Step into a shoe that takes street style as seriously as you do. Count on a high top sneaker for footwear that’s both chic and sleek. Luxe leathers and embellishments bring texture without overwhelming the streamlined silhouette of the shoe. Finish the look with a leather cap and oxblood camel coat for added dimension.

Let these old school throwbacks bring new age cool to your everyday wear. Give your ankle boots a break and step out in a high top sneaker.

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