The internet is full of tips on how to wear dresses with sneakers and not look like a hot mess. The most common fear when wearing this kind of shoe is that it will ruin the rest of the outfit, or it will clash, or look completely out of place. In contrast, most of us view high heels as the more acceptable and “feminine” alternative.
However, if there’s anything the last year has taught us is that casual is the new cool, and that there’s nothing ugly or “masculine” about a great pair of sneakers. So, if you’re still on the fence about incorporating sneakers into your everyday outfits, take a look at these tips that will totally change the way you see them.
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Leather jacket
Leather jackets will give you a great boost of confidence, while also flattering your torso. If you choose to wear a dress in neutral colors, the contrast between the shine and the matte will look amazing.
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Long dresses
These kinds of dresses are very fashionable right now, and it’s the perfect time to wear them. You can find a great variety of colors and prints that will look beautiful with a pair of white sneakers.
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Short and flowy dresses
In the hot summer months, these dresses are the most comfortable way to look stylish. Also, they allow you to move much more freely, and if you pair it with subtle accessories, they’ll give you that extra oomph that you’re looking for.
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Floral dresses
If you like floral dresses, you can pair them with some black Converse shoes to achieve a fun contrast between the dress’s print and your footwear. Florals never go out of style, so dare to wear them and just have fun with it.
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Denim
Embrace the shirt dress trend. A short, denim shirt dress is casual yet dressy enough for most occasions, and it’ll also keep you cool throughout the day. All you need is a nice bag to go with it, a couple of accessories, and you’re all set. Light-colored sneakers will look the best with your shirt dress.
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Fun sneakers
If you want all eyes on your sneakers, the best way to go is to wear a colorful pair. Wearing colorful shoes will also give you a fun and youthful air. Just make sure that they match with your clothes or an accessory, so that they don’t look so out of place.
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Skater dresses
If you have a more eccentric style, you’ll love a more open style like this. Although skater dresses might look a little too dressy sometimes, it all depends on what kind of shoes you wear with them. Wearing a dress like this with sneakers will give it a more casual, original, unfussy look.
Sneakers have tons of benefits, including posture and back health. Wearing high heels too often can affect the alignment of your spine by forcing you to walk on your toes. Try wearing more outfits with sneakers and you’ll see how energized and cool you’ll feel.
