Chunky “dad” sneakers are the shoe to have this season
There was a time not too long ago when the coolest sneakers to wear were sleek, white, minimal and honestly, quite boring. Everyone was all about the simple, versatile look. I mean, if you didn’t own one or two Adidas Stan Smith shoes, did you even follow trends? From luxury brands like Gucci & YSL to affordable retailers like Zara and H&M, everyone was selling these sneakers like hot cakes. But, that ship is slowly sailing.
The minimal look is being phased out and replaced by the polar-opposite cousin, the chunky “dad” sneakers. These shoes give us 1995 Sketchers vibes and resemble the look of every 80’s dad on a Sunday afternoon. Currently, they’re truly taking over fashion weeks across the globe and are all over every Instagram model’s page. The Raf Simons X Adidas Ozweego was one of the first chunky sneakers to really set the tone. Soon after, Balenciaga released the Triple S sneaker and that really took the world by storm.
Balenciaga
Blue and Grey Triple S Sneakers
£595.00
Ssense
Balenciaga
Black Triple S Clear Sole Sneakers
£750.00
Ssense
Balenciaga
Red and Black Triple S Sneakers
£645.00
Ssense
Balenciaga
Triple S sneakers - Grey
£724.00
Farfetch
Balenciaga
Triple S Clear Sole sneakers - Grey
£750.00
Farfetch
Balenciaga
Grey Triple S Sneakers
£645.00
Ssense
Balenciaga
Triple S sneakers - Grey
£695.00
Farfetch
Balenciaga
Triple S sneakers - Black
£650.00
Farfetch
Balenciaga
Triple S beige sneaker
£615.27
TheDoubleF
Balenciaga
Multicolor Triple S Sneakers
£645.00
Ssense
Balenciaga
Triple S sneakers - Green
£695.00
Farfetch
Balenciaga
Triple S sneakers - White
£650.00
Farfetch
How to style the chunky sneakers
- Don’t wear them with a minimalist outfit. You don’t want them to become the centre of attention.
- Wear several layers on top to balance out the look
- Change it up with bright colours and pieces that will add structure to the entire look
- Don’t go sockless. These shoes are usually a bit heavy and you’re going to want the support from the socks.
- Feel free to wear them with trousers, not just jeans and joggers. The edgy look will totally work with a trendy pair of plaid trousers
- Rocking a full suit? Why not wear your chunky sneakers then!
New Balance
2002 Gold
£170.00
Labels
Balmain
Unicorn low-top sneakers - Black
£620.00
FARFETCH
-14%
Premiata
Blue Mick Trainers with Rubber Sole
£189.23
£220.98
Miinto
Miharayasuhiro
Hank Og Sole Canvas Low-top Sneaker Black
£405.00
Labels
Balenciaga
Black Triple S Chunky Sneakers Size 42.5
£520.00
HEWI
-56%
UGG
Lowmel Trainer Green
£75.00
£169.95
Labels
-50%
Bally
lace-up leather sneakers - Black
£245.00
£490.00
FARFETCH
Michael Kors
Nick chunky low-top sneakers - Black
£276.00
FARFETCH
-10%
Emporio Armani
Sneakers, male, Black, 10 UK, 7X000337 Af18613 Sneaker
£178.52
£198.36
Miinto
New Balance
327 Blue Lagona sneakers
£133.00
FARFETCH
Does that mean white minimalist sneakers are out? The short answer is no, but they’re on their way of becoming not-so-trendy. Why? Well, if you’re a pre-teen and your dad’s wearing the minimalist whites, you’re likely not going to want to. Which means, these babies will be out of trend pretty soon.
