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Post by hopechest on Nov 16, 2023 19:56:15 GMT
I'm going to a very upscale work event next month. I'm in need of some trendy cool sneakers I can wear to the daytime events as well as around the airports.
I am 52 and chubby, but still try to be a little hip. LOL. This event will be predominately men and they use these type of events to bring out their style and flair, so I need to try and not be the old fat fuddy duddy.
I plan on wearing black slacks with some cool t-shirt and a blazer or sweater as I'm sure it'll be -100 in the conference room. I'd like to wear some cool sneaks instead of flats or boots.
Suggestions? I'd be willing to pay about $150 but if cheaper is still cool I'd be even happier with that!
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Post by ~summer~ on Nov 16, 2023 20:21:11 GMT
I feel like one of the trendiest styles right now are the New Balance 327. I’m wearing them right now and they are super cute and sporty.
I also really like my Veja tennis shoes, they are also trendy and I get compliments on them.
I’ll look for photos.
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Post by cmpeter on Nov 16, 2023 20:59:08 GMT
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Post by mom on Nov 16, 2023 21:23:12 GMT
I feel like one of the trendiest styles right now are the New Balance 327. I’m wearing them right now and they are super cute and sporty. I also really like my Veja tennis shoes, they are also trendy and I get compliments on them. I’ll look for photos. This is what I would pick, hands down. Are they a little pricer than other brands? Yeah. But they are a classic style and look good with so much. |
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Post by bbkeef on Nov 16, 2023 21:27:53 GMT
Skechers arch fit slip ins in black. I bought some for a trip to Europe this fall and they are comfy! They held up well with all the walking we did.
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Post by padresfan619 on Nov 16, 2023 21:30:42 GMT
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Post by peano on Nov 16, 2023 21:32:43 GMT
Second the Veja sneaks. Adidas Sambas. Can't go wrong with a classic--Chuck Taylor's low or high, gum sole sneaks look retro and fresh.
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Post by katlady on Nov 16, 2023 21:53:12 GMT
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Post by crazy4scraps on Nov 16, 2023 22:05:59 GMT
If you’re looking for something kind of classic but still funky, check out my go-to Rocket Dog Jazzins! They’re a similar style to Converse with the toe cap but they fit my feet (and orthotics) better. They come in all kinds of fun patterns and colors, everything from vintage florals to tie dye and everything in between. I probably have about six different pairs of low tops plus one pair of white canvas high tops with side zippers that I’m going to customize with either HTV or fabric paint. I constantly get compliments when I wear them! www.rocketdog.com/collections/jazzin-sneakersIf you want another similar option, the Rocket Dog Jolissa is another fun shoe but with buckles on the side. www.rocketdog.com/products/jolissa-grey-ranger-sneaker |
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Post by teddyw on Nov 16, 2023 22:11:38 GMT
I feel like one of the trendiest styles right now are the New Balance 327. I’m wearing them right now and they are super cute and sporty. I also really like my Veja tennis shoes, they are also trendy and I get compliments on them. I’ll look for photos. I agree with both of these or a pair of Golas Anthropologie sells them |
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Post by malibou on Nov 16, 2023 22:11:47 GMT
Another vote for Veja. I always get compliments on them.
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Post by craftedbys on Nov 16, 2023 22:43:20 GMT
Respect the classics, man.
Chuck Taylor's come in such a wide variety of colors and patterns. I always get compliments on my Chucks. Although full disclosure, snce I have tiny feet, I can get some of the cool kids patterns. The low black leather Chucks would also go with everything.
I hear Tretorns are very trendy now, especially for us GenXers.
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Post by supersoda on Nov 16, 2023 22:50:18 GMT
Nike Air Force 1
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Post by scrappinwithoutpeas on Nov 16, 2023 23:02:15 GMT
These were going to be my suggestion as well. |
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Post by lesley on Nov 16, 2023 23:15:03 GMT
Veja. Without a doubt. 👍🏻
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Post by amom23 on Nov 16, 2023 23:16:45 GMT
Vans are cool and also pretty comfortable.
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Post by Gennifer on Nov 16, 2023 23:17:31 GMT
I’d be getting the Adidas Samba OG.
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Post by naby64 on Nov 16, 2023 23:51:54 GMT
I have the Nike court legacy sneaks and love them. My second choice world be black Vans, third choice classic white Converse Chucks. Which I have all 3 and wear one of them almost every day to the office.
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Post by mom on Nov 17, 2023 4:33:39 GMT
Ohh I have these. Wore them a ton in spring. Need to pull them out again. |
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Nov 17, 2023 5:31:24 GMT
Vans are cool and also pretty comfortable. I love my Vans, they are a bit heavy, but not so much while wearing them! |
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Post by leannec on Nov 17, 2023 6:17:17 GMT
I have five pair of Vans and I wear them all the time!
I'm a teacher and I'm on my feet for most of the day and they are comfortable and cute!
I wore them when I flew in July with a maxi dress and it was perfect!
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Post by auntkelly on Nov 17, 2023 13:48:32 GMT
I feel like one of the trendiest styles right now are the New Balance 327. I’m wearing them right now and they are super cute and sporty. I also really like my Veja tennis shoes, they are also trendy and I get compliments on them. I’ll look for photos. I think if you want to be trendy, the New Balance 327 and the Veja are your two best choices. Dolce Vita also makes some really cute tennis shoes. I love the slip on styles suggested and wear them all the time, but I don’t think they are trendy. The great thing about foot fashion now is that you can be comfortable and stylish at the same time! |
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Post by shanniebananie on Nov 17, 2023 14:11:40 GMT
In my neck of the woods, Golden Goose sneakers are the #1 sneaker. None for me though - too pricy!
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Post by compeateropeator on Nov 17, 2023 14:12:53 GMT
Respect the classics, man. Chuck Taylor's come in such a wide variety of colors and patterns. I always get compliments on my Chucks. Although full disclosure, snce I have tiny feet, I can get some of the cool kids patterns. The low black leather Chucks would also go with everything. I hear Tretorns are very trendy now, especially for us GenXers.I love how everything comes back…or maybe just doesn’t go away. Hahaha Tretorns were popular in 1982/83,also. I was so excited as an exchange student in Sweden that year to actually get some there as they were too expensive here at the time. 😄 ETA And there was a CB Sports outlet in Bennington VT and I was able to score a CB jacket that I could afford. I felt so cool wearing my CB jacket, my Tretorn sneakers (or clogs), Levi 505s or white painter’s pants, and my alligator shirt. I wasn’t/aren’t often in style but but I was rockin’ it that year. 😆😂😂😂 Funny thing is I would still wear all of that today. 😆 |
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Post by pantsonfire on Nov 17, 2023 14:21:53 GMT
Vans! And if you have time until the event you can make a custom pair on line.
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Post by sharlag on Nov 17, 2023 15:42:36 GMT
I’m pleased with the look and comfort of my new Skechers
Skechers Women's Roadies-True Roots Sneaker. Got them on Amazon.
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Post by pancakes on Nov 17, 2023 16:03:09 GMT
I personally find Vejas to be uncomfortable (the tongue) but I like the look and anything that sort of falls in that realm visually.
Aside from that, I highly recommend the Cole Haan Zero Grand oxfords. I have a champagne metallic pair that go with so much. SO comfy too.
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Post by Kerri W on Nov 17, 2023 16:15:01 GMT
I feel like one of the trendiest styles right now are the New Balance 327. I’m wearing them right now and they are super cute and sporty. I also really like my Veja tennis shoes, they are also trendy and I get compliments on them. I’ll look for photos. I think if you want to be trendy, the New Balance 327 and the Veja are your two best choices. Dolce Vita also makes some really cute tennis shoes. I love the slip on styles suggested and wear them all the time, but I don’t think they are trendy. The great thing about foot fashion now is that you can be comfortable and stylish at the same time! I agree. I have a couple pairs of the NB 327s and they are SUPER comfortable! |
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Post by hopechest on Nov 17, 2023 20:12:20 GMT
Thank you for all the suggestions! Now if you'll excuse me I need to sell a kidney for all the shoes I want......  If you have any other ideas keep 'em coming! |
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Post by smasonnc on Nov 18, 2023 1:16:25 GMT
For an upscale work event, I would go with something that doesn't look like regular tennis shoes. You said, "...a very upscale work event." I don't know what industry it is, but that doesn't say tennis shoes to me. I have Vionics, Cole Haan lace-ups, and Ecco Soft 7s (run narrow), that can go a lot of places, but I wouldn't wear them to a nice event. They look a lot more frumpty-dumpty on me than on a 25-year-old Instagrammer. In my head, they're cool but, in the mirror, they look like I'm trying to avoid fallen arches.  |
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