We’re deep into the age of work-appropriate sneakers, ladies and gentlemen! The beautiful thing about the “athleisure” movement is that you can dress your look as up or as down as you’d like. Here are some of our current favorite kicks — some of which would look great at Equinox, some of which you should definitely save for Friday night.
Feiyue Fe Lo Mesh White
These deceivingly simple lace-ups are the perfect complement to that all-monochrome outfit we know you wear to SoulCycle. We love mesh for spring, but they also come in dragon scale if you’re looking to kick things up a notch — currently on sale online. (Feiyue, $75)
New Balance Luau
Oh, you’re actually planning to work out in your sneakers? Don’t let anyone forget it with these bright, bright, bright kicks from New Balance’s “classics” collection, which will fit in equally well inside the gym. (New Balance, $75)
Solange x Puma Suede Classic
Snag Solange’s colorful third collection for Puma, “Word to the Woman,” for an ego-boost in or out of the gym. What’s more inspiring than knowing Solange thinks your shoes are dope? (Lady Foot Locker, $90)
Vans Lo Pro
Next time you have an especially hellish workout planned, channel a little bit of the heavens with your kicks. These starbound shoes have a tendency to sell out, so grab yours quickly. (Vans, $55)
Nike Roshe One
The white-on-white Roshes instantly turn any look from “leaving the gym in sweaty workout gear and messy hair” to “leaving the gym in an athleisure look and trendy topknot.” (Nike, $75)
Kenneth Cole Leather Sneaker
We didn’t know we were looking for a pair of shoes to wear with leggings or to a business meeting until Kenneth Cole went ahead and designed them. These just-edgy-enough slip-ons are the perfect “one size fits all” winter shoe. (Kenneth Cole, $120)
Stan Smith Deconstructed Shoes
You can’t talk the state of sneakers without Stan Smith. This toned-down, futuristic take on a classic fits in equally well with post-yoga sweatpants or front row at fashion week. (Adidas Originals, $100)
Nike Air Force
These suede Air Force 1’s are luxe and you deserve them. Pick the gem tone that would complement your favorite workout gear, channel your inner Instagram model, and take a selfie in these boosted sole statement sneaks. (Nike, $100)
Nike Flyknit Racers
Ok, we promise these are the last Nikes we’ll include, but how incredible are the colors on these soon-to-be-released Flyknit Racers? According to Sneaker News, we can grab them in stores on March 4. (Nike, $150)
Reebok Classic Sneakers
Old school style fans need these classic Reeboks in their closet. The raised soles add a boost to any outfit, while all black goes with even your most colorful leggings. (Opening Ceremony, $70)
Alexander Wang Sneaker
Just picture these with your favorite leather leggings and one of those Yeezy hoodies and then take a good, long look at the balance in your checking. (Alexander Wang, $375)
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