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12 chic sneakers that are perfect for the office

Leave behind your tired old footwear and bring out these comfy, laidback sneakers that you will definitely want to wear to work

10 Jul 2018 by Karen Fong

 

Office-appropriate sneakers

Good shoes take you to good places. So walk in style in these sneakers, which are totally office-appropriate.

The trick to avoid looking like you’re headed for the gym is to avoid graphic designs, bright colours and chunky soles. Keep it professional with a sleek silhouette, a monochromatic palette and special, subtle details.

Check out these chic and stylish sneakers that you can take with you to the office.

Office-appropriate sneakers
Die-cut sneakers, $79.90, Zara

The sneaker gets the grown-up treatment with laser cut detailing.

Office-appropriate sneakers
Nike Classic Cortez Nylon sneakers, $115, Nike

Sleek and shiny in feminine pink, this Classic Cortez will work with a minimalist outfit.

Office-appropriate sneakers
Low-top leather hook and loop sneakers, $185, Veja at Rue Madame

Make a statement with ecological sneakers that are a hit with celebrities like Emma Watson and Marion Cotillard.

Office-appropriate sneakers
Achilles Retro low-top leather trainers, $516, Common Projects at MatchesFashion

For a pared-down, minimalist aesthetic, look no further than Common Projects.

Office-appropriate sneakers
Ghost Tiger Fury AF1, $300, SBTG Surplus

Gold detailing and a hand-painted camo swoosh from this Singaporean sneaker customizer add subtle touches to the classic Nike Air.

Office-appropriate sneakers
Mexico 66 Shoes, $159, Onitsuka Tiger at Zalora

With a slim sole and white-on-white design, this Onitsuka Tiger sneaker is great to wear with an immaculate shirtdress.

Office-appropriate sneakers
Garavani Heroes embellished suede and leather-trimmed stretch-knit sneakers, about $680, Valentino at Net-A-Porter

Embellished with sequins and crystals, these are not your everyday running shoes.

Office-appropriate sneakers
Ankle-high trainers, $54.95, H&M

Black ankle-high trainers are fashionable and functional, especially when paired with wide-leg pants and an architectural top.

Office-appropriate sneakers
Lightening Lace Up Trainers, $62, Dune at ASOS

A flash of metallic gold and silver will add polish to a pantsuit ensemble.

Office-appropriate sneakers
Leather Sneakers With Red Embroidery Details, $79.90, prettyFIT at Zalora

The satin laces and embroidered roses make this classic leather sneaker really pop.

Office-appropriate sneakers
Freefo Sneakers, $199, Guess at Zalora

Velcro and platform soles may sound casual, but this is office-appropriate thanks to the black neoprene material and embellished buckles.

Office-appropriate sneakers
The Palestra sneakers, about $305, M.Gemi

Handmade in Italy, these comfortable leather sneakers are great to wear with a midi-length wrap dress.

 

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