8 Ways to Wear Sneakers in the Summer and Still Look Pulled Together

It doesn’t matter the season—sneakers are always a good idea. But now that warm weather has finally arrived, we thought it might be nice to offer up a little inspiration for the coming months. These eight looks are all simple enough, but give them a try and you’ll find that there’s something unexpected and cool about every single one. So whether you’re a seven-days-a-week kind of sneaker woman or it’s more of a once-in-a-while thing, these looks are worthy of a wear.
Read on for a little summer inspiration and to shop each look.
Coordinate with your white sneakers and wear a look that’s made of all neutrals and whites.
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Balance out a bold dress with a simple and sleek pair of kicks.
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For a little something unexpected, play with contrasting colours, including bright footwear.
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Dust off your best Canadian tuxedo, and pair your favourite denim top and bottoms with a crisp pair of white shoes.
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Give a fitted dress a tomboy twist by styling it with a leather jacket and sporty sneakers.
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Pajama suiting paired with laid-back sneakers may be the comfiest look you ever try on.
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On those low-key days, throw on a relaxed yet cool combination of boyfriend jeans, sneakers, and a bomber jacket.
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Lightweight stripes are a summer staple. Pair a simple dress with sneakers instead of sandals to mix things up.
In search of more seasonal style inspiration? Check out the trends that will be huge this summer!

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