#TuesdayShoesday: Sneakers That Actually Look Good on a Commute

last updated 22 March 2016

Your box-fresh Adidas Originals Stan Smiths may be delightful for a weekend, but when it comes to the daily commute—and the general switching over of about three pairs of shoes depending on your schedule—white sneaks don't really cut it. Chunky gleaming trainers with a smart work ensemble? Daz-white lace-ups with black opaques? It's all unfortunately wrong and could well set your day up in the least inspiring way.

There are, however, plenty of trainers that can work subtly in your favour when dashing around is a priority but looking pulled-together isn't at the bottom of the list. We've searched around and here are the chic sneaks we rate the most. For the best results, a dark hue—on both upper and sole—is key. Scroll down to shop your new commuting sneaker collection…

Nike

Free 5.0 Mesh Sneakers

New Balance

996 Black Suede Trainers

Gucci

Leather Low-Top Sneaker

Eytys

Mother Suede Sneakers

Zara

Single Color Sneakers

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Hannah Almassi is the Editor in Chief of Who What Wear UK. Hannah has been part of the the Who What Wear brand since 2015, when she was headhunted to launch the UK sister site and social channels, implement a localised content strategy and build out the editorial team. She joined following a seven-year tenure at Grazia magazine, where she led front-of-book news, fashion features and shopping specials as fashion news and features editor. With experience in both print and digital across fashion and beauty, Hannah has over 17 years in the field as a journalist, editor, content strategist and brand consultant. Hannah has interviewed industry heavyweights such as designers including Marc Jacobs and Jonathan Anderson through to arbiters of taste including Katie Grand and Anna Dello Russo. A skilled moderator and lecturer specialising in the shift to digital media and e-commerce, Hannah’s opinion and work has been sought by the likes of CNBC, BBC, The Sunday Times Style, The Times, The Telegraph and MatchesFashion.com, among many others. Hannah is often called upon for her take on trends, becoming known as a person with their finger of the pulse of what’s happening in the fashion space for stylish Brits. Hannah currently resides in Eastbourne with her photographer husband, incredibly busy son and highly Instagrammable cat.