7 Outfits That Make Athletic Sneakers Look Fancy

You can’t deny the power of a good pair of athletic sneakers. The ideal style is not only comfortable, but can instantly add a cool twist to any look given their forward-feeling nature. Aside from wearing at the gym (obviously), we tend to gravitate towards the silhouette when we’re sporting more casual ‘fits. But as we’ve seen throughout our Instagram feeds recently, the kicks can 100% work with more elevated ensembles as well.
To prove it, we’re showcasing seven outfit ideas that actually make athletic sneakers look fancy. Meaning: You can now look polished and put together for a more formal affair or a night out while remaining extra-comfy. Keep scrolling for primo inspo and kick your wardrobe into high gear.
Coordinate your sneakers with a statement coat and opt for trousers over jeans for a polished vibe.
Yes, sneakers can work with a suit. Case in point? This elevated 'fit.
Go for the unexpected and pair eye-catching sneakers with a party dress.
Remember the suiting comment above? Well, here's another example just in case you didn't believe us.
Keep your ensemble chill yet sleek with a silk skirt, cozy pullover, and those trusty sneakers.
A tailored plaid coat with contrasting checked pants feels so sophisticated with white sneakers.
If you do want to make your sweats ensemble feel fancy with your sneakers, simply incorporate a forward leopard coat to tie your look together.
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Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent 10 years at Who What Wear, currently leading the market team to deliver highly covetable and convertible content. He creates data-driven shopping guides featuring top retailers like Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Net-a-Porter and is at the forefront of Who What Wear's shopping tentpole strategies, including Amazon Prime Day. He also works on branded content initiatives and appears on camera in video and shopping livestream franchises.
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