It was only last year that I started wearing sneakers outside of the gym. Athletic footwear has never felt very much like me, and I was always more confident in boots, loafers, and sandals in the summer. But the Adidas Samba craze of 2023 finally won me over, and I’ve been wearing sneakers almost every day since. I don’t expect that to change with the arrival of fall, a season that calls for comfort and convenience as we adjust to the dropping temperatures.
I’ll start by recreating a handful of outfits I’ve saved on Instagram, each of which meets my core criteria: versatile layers to beat the cold, chic elements to elevate casual footwear, and clean, simple silhouettes that are as wearable as they are stylish. And of course, each look is completed with a sleek sneaker.
Keep scrolling to discover six easy sneaker outfits for fall—including cult styles and back-in-stock bestsellers—that you’ll be wearing this season and beyond.
FALL TRAINER OUTFITS:
1. Sweater + petticoat + yellow sneakers
Style notes: Not only are Onitsuka Tiger’s Mexico 66 sneakers a huge trend piece for 2024, they’re also the pop of color your fall outfits need to keep them from looking too heavy. Pair them with a floor-length skirt and a cozy knit for the perfect balance of style and comfort.
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Topshop
Fluffy, boxy knit sweater with round neck in grey
Meet your new favorite sweater.
reformation
Silk skirt Bella
This elegant piece can easily be worn casually in everyday life.
Karl and Keith
Shoulder bag with chain strap
Charles & Keith’s designer bags never cease to impress us.
Get them before they sell out (again).
2. Ribbed maxi dress + sporty sneakers
Style notes: We say it every fall, but a knit dress really is the ultimate all-in-one outfit. Add sneakers to this comfortable silhouette to add a touch of cool.
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Arket
Ribbed cap sleeve dress
Such a simple piece to throw on and go.
CELINE EYEWEAR
Triomphe oversized acetate square frame tortoiseshell sunglasses
NEW BALANCE
327 suede and mesh sneakers
New Balance is one of the most important sneaker brands alongside Adidas.
3. Leather jacket + baggy jeans + leopard sneakers
Style notes: Although I’m sad that summer is almost over, I’m excited to break out my jacket collection – starting with a leather or faux leather cover-up. Paired with trendy leopard print sneakers, this will be your go-to outfit.
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Whistle
Clean bonded leather jacket
COS
Long-sleeved T-shirt with clean cut
Swap your short sleeve t-shirt for a long sleeve t-shirt.
H&M is one of my favorite brands for affordable, high-quality denim.
GOLDEN GOOSE
Super-Star Sabot slip-on sneakers in distressed calf hair with leopard print
Leopard prints never go out of style.
4. Blazer + leggings + chunky sneakers
Style notes: Transitioning from summer to fall is all about rediscovering old favorites that have been sitting at the back of your closet for months. Set the tone for the season with your favorite blazer and best-fitting leggings, and complete the look with a chunky sneaker.
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The Frankie Shop
Single-breasted boxy blazer
A boxy blazer is a must-have for fall.
New look
High Waist Flex Leggings
Lululemon
Women’s Daily Stride Ribbed Comfort Crew Socks
Complete with padding for added comfort.
New balance
MR530 Sneaker White Silver
5. Sweater + wide leg pants + classic sneakers
Style notes: If I could only wear one combination for the rest of my life, I might choose wide leg pants with sneakers. This high-low combination is the perfect compromise between dressy and casual and goes with so many tops.
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M&S Collection
Super soft crew neck sweater
For a looser fit, choose one size larger.
COS
Tailored linen blend trousers
Yes, you can wear your linen pieces well into the fall.
These iconic kicks need no introduction.
6. Cardigan + denim midi skirt + white sneakers
Style notes: All signs point to denim midi skirts continuing their success and staying in the spotlight in fall/winter 2024. Combine your skirt for the weekend with a casual cardigan and simple sneakers.
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Buttoned cardigan
It is made from an alpaca wool blend and will keep you warm on cool autumn days.
If you bought the white one, you’ll want one in every color.
silence
Rylie denim maxi skirt
On colder mornings, simply put on tights.
VEJA
Veja Esplar sneakers
These sneakers are popular in the influencer community.
