“Dad sneakers” are officially back, with everyone from Selena Gomez to Kendall Jenner rocking the ’90s footwear trend.
Not only is the “Wolves” singer wearing these bulky sneakers but she has teamed up with Puma to design a pair of fashionable new kicks, Phenom Lux, created for training, but perfectly of-the-moment for outside the gym. The exclusive shoes, on sale April 6, are a high tops with metallic details and also features a removable anklet. The Phenom Lux ($110) and its matching socks ($14) will also benefit the Lupus Research Alliance, which aims to find a cure for the condition.
While Gomez introduces fans to the throwback trend, Bella Hadid, Hailey Baldwin and Jenner have already ditched their high heels in favor for this comfort-driven look. Try this polarizing trend with a printed dress and tailored coat or a full athleisure look with leggings and a cozy sweatshirt.
As “It” girls, models, editors and fashionistas embrace the trend, it seems as if the love-it-or-hate-it shoe isn’t going anywhere! So why not throw out last season’s simple tennis shoes and try a pair that has a throwback vibe.
Balenciaga‘s Tripe S is the OG dad sneaker that arguably started this craze. This pair, which features a stacked composition, different shaped midsoles, red logos at the side panel and padded tongue, will set you back $850 to $1,200, if you can still find this mostly sold-out style.
The Louis Vuitton Archlight Sneaker ($1,090) exudes futuristic vibes with its wave-shaped outsole and an oversized tongue.
But not all of these chunky pairs are as extreme as the above. Alexander McQueen ($590) offers a more subtle — and cheaper — design that is crisp and clean, yet is still defined by its exaggerated proportions.
Yeezy also has you covered with the Yeezy Boost 700 for Adidas ($475 – $500), which still offers the old-school feel, with less of the chunkiness.
While you may not be ready to jump on board with something like the over-the-top Balenciaga version, tread lightly into this trend with some fresh updates for spring.
Fila is also getting a revival with its version of the retro-inspired look, the Disruptor 2 Premium Mono Sneaker ($65). Meanwhile, ASOS is jumping on the trend with its all-white Dare Chunky Sneakers, priced at only $60.
And if you’re still not sold on this trend, why not try Hollie Watman‘s Star Gazing sneaker in white and orange. The $268 pair is the perfect playful approach to try when you’re not ready to fully embrace the style.
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