Monday, August 1, 2016

5 Tips on Wearing Sneakers with Jeans

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Yes, you can wear your sneakers outside of the gym, but there are rules! Okay, okay, I know some are eager to say that it’s just fine to mix the two, your gym shoes and your non-gym sneaks, but really … unless you are in a pinch, there are better choices to make than to wear your stinky running shoes to dinner. When not trying to sweat, take it up a notch with tried-and-true brands (think Nike, New Balance, Converse), since the retro sneaker look is HUGE. And consider some slip-on sneaks, as these may just be your go-to shoe that puts some spring in your step. Whether it’s sneakers with jeans or with skirts and dresses, we have five tips to share so you’ll know how to wear sneakers with jeans … and even skirts!

How to Wear Sneaker with Jeans and Skirts

Tip #1: Cuff those pants and show your ankle bone.

When wearing sneakers, make them a statement … something to show off. The best way to do that is to make sure they are seen, so your pants need to fall right above your ankle bone. Cuff them, hem them, cut them. Do something to make them that perfect length.Sneakers with Jeans on The Darling Detail
Sneakers with Jeans on The Darling Detail
See? Ankles must show. Image credit: The Darling Detail

Tip #2: Don’t wear socks, or at least don’t let them show.

This one can be hard, I know. Especially if you like the espadrille take on your sneaks or slides, as that roping is just not comfy. So find some low-rider socks that don’t show if the thought of naked feet in your closed-in shoes makes you squeamish.wear sneakers-and-jeans
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See? No socks. Socks have no place at all in this look. Are we clear? No visible socks! Image credit: Glamradar. comsneakers-with jeans cuffed no sockssneakers-with jeans cuffed no sockssneakers-with jeans cuffed no socks
Warm weather, cold weather. It does not matter. No visible socks! Image courtesy:verilymag.com

Tip #3: Go for a solid color or classic look.

For most of us, a solid color or maybe just some classic stripes, or a pair of slides with a classic print like leopard, is really all we need. And look at the pictures throughout this article … notice the retro vibe that is consistent with all of these sneakers? Yep, these aren’t your fancy running shoes, but your super comfy, all-day shoes.
converse with white jeans
The white jeans, cuffed, with black Converse looks chic and spring-tastic. Of course, the Celine bag casually thrown to the side doesn’t hurt … Image credit: bloglovin.com
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Another black pair, this time as slides, with which you are to assume all the same rules as sneakers. Interchangeable! Image credit: looktastic.com
hello fashion blog cuffed jeans with pink sneakers
Your sneakers don’t have to be a neutral color. These bright pink sneaks with maroon laces are super cute! Have you noticed how more and more fashionable women are consciously coordinating colors like the pink here? Image credit: hellofashionblog.comLeopard slip on sneakers with white dress
Leopard slip on sneakers with white dress
These leopard slip-on sneakers look just as good with jeans as they do with a casual dress. Image credit:bloglovin.com

Tip #4: Sure, wear them with a dress or skirt, just be careful.

Admittedly, this is almost painful to write, as I just can’t help but conjure up the sight of long skirts, socks, sneakers and fanny packs. But a thoughtful approach to elevate the style of the sneaks and be modern and playful to boot CAN happen. Just look at that photo above! But be careful, okay? It’s harder than it looks to showcase this skirt + sneakers look without looking like a 1980s secretary. Tips for how to accomplish this look are found in the captions below.Dress with sneakers
Dress with sneakers
The skirt falls just above the knee and is paired with a chic crossbody bag. This look says, “I have a lot of walking to do today, but I’m still stylish and fearless!” Image credit: theblossomgirls.comDenim dress with sneakers
How adorable is she? While we may not all be able to wear patterned, colorful sunnies with such panache, we can wear a summer denim dress with bright sneakers! The pop of color in the bag helps bring this whole look together. Image credit: brit.coThe edit sjp skirt and sneakers
Here, the fabulous Sarah Jessica Parker shows us how to rock it out in a pair of slip-on sneaks. But we aren’t all SJP, and most of us probably will just wear sandals in all these skirt/dress circumstances. Image credit: The EditSneakers with a skirt
Okay, I get that Viviana Volpicella is all that and a bag of chips. I do. That skirt makes me yearn to sell my car to afford it. BUT I hate the mid-length skirt with sneakers. She can pull it off, yes. 20-something? Go for it. Beyond that, it’s way too easy to get this look wrong—unless you have a photographer following you around, which lets everyone know your “what is she wearing?” is really a fashion statement. Image credit: Style Du Monde on WhoWhatWear.com

Tip #5: Grab a couple pair and some of those low-rider socks

It’s summer, and there will be times you will welcome not showing off your pedicure, which needs some work. A closed-toe slide or two or a sneak that makes you happy will be a welcome relief from flip-flops and such. Here are some socks to go with the sneaks you buy:
Socks that won’t be seen:


[Updated for 2016] And, our pick for 2016? We’re loving the Nike Cortez, actually. They are kinda hard to find as they are having a moment. But, pick what you like best and enjoy! Your feet certainly will.

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