Emily Ratajkowski Just Wore Controversial Laceless Trainers |Best Knockoff Luxury Clothing

published 20 August 2024

When I first saw these images of Emily Ratajkowski wearing laceless trainers, they brought back vivid memories of a very similar water-friendly style I used to be forced into as a kid at the beach. I've resented any similar-looking shoes ever since, so I'm amazed to report that I think Ratajkowski has just made them incredibly cool.

Wearing a pair of slip-on, imitation python-print trainers from the Brain Dead X Oakley Factory collaboration (£155), these may be EmRata's most controversial shoes yet. Never one to shy away from talking-point shoes, I've spotted the model in jelly flats, ballet trainers and mesh shoes on multiple occasions recently, but never a pair as divisive as this. Cut to the height and size of a conventional trainer, these shoes are designed without laces and instead are lined with a lycra fabric that closely hugs the foot, keeping them in place and creating a sort of Crocs-trainer hybrid.

Emily Ratajkowski wears Brain Dead x Oakley shoes.

Having stepped out in her laceless trainers several times over the past few weeks, it's clear that they're a new favourite in her collection. She proved their surprising versatility by styling them with a tailored miniskirt followed by baggy khakis and a fitted tank a few days later. As a conventionally unattractive shoe, it seems laceless trainers have joined the "ugly" (but cool) shoes club, which counts Maison Margiela's Tabis as its most well-known member.

Sweeping through the wardrobes of celebrities this season, EmRata isn't the only person I've spotted in trainers sans laces as of late; fellow model Iris Law recently took a pair for a stroll with a white ensemble.

Infused with gorpcore energy, these new trainers are set apart from the slip-on sneakers of seasons gone by (like Vans' classic skater shoes) thanks to the thick-grip soles and sporty silhouettes. Set to rival traditional trainers this coming season, read on to get ahead of the game and shop the laceless trainer trend backed by Emily Ratajkowski and Iris Law.

SHOP EMILY RATAJKOWSKI'S LACELESS TRAINERS:

Brain Dead X Oakley Factory

Team Python Flesh

EmRata's trainers also come in nine other styles.

SHOP OUR EDIT OF LACELESS TRAINERS:

Adidas

Taekwondo Striped Leather Sneakers

Simple and sleek.

Zara

Satin Ballet Flats

Ballet flat-trainer hybrids are set to be a major shoe trend next season.

Mango

Canvas Leather Trainers

Trust me: these will sell out.

Puma

Mostro Perf

Style with baggy jeans or wear with a tailored miniskirt like Ratajkowski.

Salomon

Rx Moc 3.0 Suede

Salomon trainers are a fashion-person favourite.

Our Legacy Gabe Sneakers

Trainers

These chunky trainers guarantee comfort.

NIKE

ACG Rufus Leather-Trimmed Suede Slip-On Sneakers

These also come in light beige.

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