If there’s one sneaker trend that you should be paying attention to right now, it’s all about staying neutral. If you’re bored of the monochrome style, neutral tones could be the thing you need for everyday, casual footwear. Pale, nude shades are fast becoming an essential, offering refined yet fashion forward style. With many of the major brands taking notice of the growing demand, we’re placing our bets that neutral hues are going to be a must have for A/W ‘16.
The obvious appeal of choosing sneakers in beige, taupe, stone or even a peachy pink tone is the wearability. Just like monochrome styles, these are shoes that you can really pair with anything, from a night at the pub to casual Fridays in the office. We’ve seen a more minimalistic approach to fashion on the catwalks lately, with beige tones taking a starring role in Kanye West’s recent Yeezy showcase. By stripping back the bells and whistles, we’re left with practical fashion that’s still innovative, and it’s time to step into the trend.
We’ve raided our most popular trainer brands to find the pick of the neutral bunch.
Asics Gel Respector Moon Rock Shoes
These limited edition Asics combine shades of beige and stone to create a shoe that fits any occasion.
Nike Marxman Stealth Grey Shoe
If you’re looking to make a statement in grey, these Nike beauties are the ones to beat. Inspired by the Huarache 2k4, expect premium leather and double straps for a customisable fit.
Novesta Star Dribble Platan Canvas Hi-Top
The classic hi-top design gets a fresh look thanks to Novesta. Perfect for those looking for something more streamlined.
New Balance Re-Engineered 1500
New Balance are still reigning supreme for those wanting affordable, stylish trainers. This beige pair combines all of the classic New Balance features with a premium suede and leather upper.
Adidas Originals Hamburg Grey
We couldn’t create a list of must have sneakers without mentioning Adidas Originals, this updated version of the classic Hamburg shoe has a plush nubuck upper with the iconic 3-Stripes detail overlaid.
