You don't need athletic ability to pull off this sneaker trend

Clocking the fashion miles

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Cecilie Bahnsen is not the only one smitten with the aesthetic of running sneakers. For the uninitiated, the Danish designer has released a collaboration with Asics that reimagines the latter’s Gel-1090, Gel-1130 and Gel-Nimbus models into dreamy sports shoes decorated with floral and pearly touches.

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Cecilie Bahnsen designed seven styles with high-performance shoe brand Asics for Spring/Summer 2023 (above). The collaboration will continue in Fall/Winter 2023.

Other labels are on board the fashionable trainers trend too. After all, what’s there not to love about a good pair of running shoes? They promise to go with anything and everything, take you anywhere you want to go, and do all of that with the promise of comfortable steps. We’ve rounded up 16 of our fave designer versions – from slim-fit knits to chunky-soled steppers. Run, don’t walk.

Orbit Sneaker, $1,270, Bottega Veneta

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This new unisex sneakers from Bottega Veneta sports a mesh design that recalls the signature Intreccio. Known as Orbit, this sneaker designed by the brand's creative director Matthieu Blazy will flatter your looks whether you're dressed up or down.

3XL mesh and PU sneakers, $1,550, Balenciaga

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These leather-free kicks come with a pre-worn effect for those looking to eschew the box-fresh look.





D-Connect technical fabric sneakers, $1,550, Dior

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Christian Dior’s best-loved star motif gets a sporty update when paired with chunky rubber soles.






Bubba nylon-blend and PU sneakers, $730, Acne Studios

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The classic runner’s silhouette gets a kooky (and very Acne Studios-style) update with puffy knitted lines.





Airmaster leather and fabric sneakers, $1,300, Dolce & Gabbana

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If you’re on the hunt for a pair of sneakers that combines ‘90s-inspired lines with saccharine pastels, these sneakers might do the trick.






Salomon DSM ACS Pro mesh sneakers, $350, Dover Street Market Singapore

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Exclusively created for the multi-label emporium, these kicks come fitted with Salomon’s signature Quicklace and Advanced Chassis tech for better comfort, stability and cushioning.





Running recycled polyester and leather sneakers, $1,490, Ferragamo

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Ferragamo’s newest sneaker design features an upper that’s woven from 100 per cent recycled post-consumer polyester yarn, and all leather used has been verified to come from chrome-free tanneries. Look good, and do right by the environment.







TK-MX Runner mesh sneaker, $1,450, Givenchy

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For a shoe that features a chunky bubble on the back of the heel, the TK-MX sneakers will surprise with how lightweight they feel when you lace up. Spot the house’s signature 4G logo given an athletic update on the sides.





Gucci Run technical fabric sneakers, $1,390, Gucci

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Gym shoes, but make it bougie. Technical knit is cut slim-fitted and streamline for a sleeker silhouette, with Gucci’s double-G logo abstracted into neon yellow shapes on the side.





Technical canvas and leather sneakers, $1,500, Hermes

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If “walking on sunshine” could be embodied by a pair of sneakers, these would be it.

Available at Hermes boutiques.





Loewe x On Cloudventure recycled polyester sneakers, $650, Loewe

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Part of the Spanish brand’s ongoing collaboration with performance footwear brand On, these sporty trainers are made from recycled polyester canvas and mesh that has been treated to become windproof without losing its breathability.







LV Archlight 2.0 leather sneakers, $2,530, Louis Vuitton

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The iconic Archlight sneaker from the maison gets an update with oversized rubber outsoles, and draws upon hiking boots to inspire its melange of brown and orange tones.







Trailgrip rubber sneakers, $1,030, Moncler

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Whether you’re scaling mountains or running around town, Moncler’s lightweight and comfortable Trailgrip sneakers will accompany every step of the way.







Air Max Scorpion fabric sneakers, $369, Nike

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What does comfort look like? A Flyknit upper that promises lightness and breathability, and bouncy soles for extra cushioning.







Cloudbust Thunder leather and fabric sneakers, $2,070, Prada

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The well-loved chunky sneakers from Prada gets a futuristic facelift with silver and black airbrushing for that Robocop-meets-fashion feel.





Valentino Garavani Lacerunner lace and mesh sneakers, $2,780, Valentino

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Athleisure meets grown-up elegance, with lace inserts and crystal appliques.







Trigreca Sneakers, $1,520, Versace

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Wear your love for the Italian brand’s iconic Greca motifs with these sneakers. Spot it running around the perimeter of the outsoles, down the middle of the upper and on the flip-side as the shoe’s sole pattern.



This article was originally published in Female.

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