Chunky “dad” sneakers are the shoe to have this season
There was a time not too long ago when the coolest sneakers to wear were sleek, white, minimal and honestly, quite boring. Everyone was all about the simple, versatile look. I mean, if you didn’t own one or two Adidas Stan Smith shoes, did you even follow trends? From luxury brands like Gucci & YSL to affordable retailers like Zara and H&M, everyone was selling these sneakers like hot cakes. But, that ship is slowly sailing.
The minimal look is being phased out and replaced by the polar-opposite cousin, the chunky “dad” sneakers. These shoes give us 1995 Sketchers vibes and resemble the look of every 80’s dad on a Sunday afternoon. Currently, they’re truly taking over fashion weeks across the globe and are all over every Instagram model’s page. The Raf Simons X Adidas Ozweego was one of the first chunky sneakers to really set the tone. Soon after, Balenciaga released the Triple S sneaker and that really took the world by storm.
Balenciaga
Black Triple S Chunky Sneakers Size 42.5
$702.36
HEWI
Balenciaga
Mens Triple S.2 Low-Top Sneakers Black
$1,090.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Balenciaga
x adidas Triple S Sneaker Red
$509.99
Rue La La
Balenciaga
Mens Triple S.2 Low-Top Sneakers
$1,090.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Balenciaga
Sneakers, male, Blue, Size: 11 US Sports shoes Triple S
$1,073.77
Miinto
Balenciaga
Mens Triple S Sporty Low-Top Sneakers Black
$1,290.00
Neiman Marcus
Balenciaga
Sneakers, male, Blue, Size: 11 US Triple S 2 Sneaker
$1,140.10
Miinto
Balenciaga
Mens Triple S Sporty Low-Top Sneakers White
$1,290.00
Neiman Marcus
Balenciaga
Sneakers, male, Blue, Size: 12 US Triple S Sneakers
$1,239.94
Miinto
Balenciaga
Triple S 2 Sneaker in Black /Dark Grey at Nordstrom, Size 13Us
$1,090.00
Nordstrom
Balenciaga
Triple S 2 Sneaker in Gradient Grey at Nordstrom, Size 13Us Gray
$1,090.00
Nordstrom
How to style the chunky sneakers
- Don’t wear them with a minimalist outfit. You don’t want them to become the centre of attention.
- Wear several layers on top to balance out the look
- Change it up with bright colours and pieces that will add structure to the entire look
- Don’t go sockless. These shoes are usually a bit heavy and you’re going to want the support from the socks.
- Feel free to wear them with trousers, not just jeans and joggers. The edgy look will totally work with a trendy pair of plaid trousers
- Rocking a full suit? Why not wear your chunky sneakers then!
Valentino
Rope Sneaker Green
$278.00
Rue La La
Alexander McQueen
Mens Oversized Leather Double-Backstay Sneakers White
$760.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Autry
SNEAKERS CLC LOW IN WHITE AND VIRGIN RED LEATHER
$280.00
Autry
New Balance
2002 Gold
$120.00
Labels
Givenchy
TK-MX Mesh Sneaker Black
$436.99
Rue La La
Loewe
x On Cloudsolo Mens Mesh Running Sneakers Blue
$750.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Balenciaga
Black Triple S Chunky Sneakers Size 42.5
$702.36
HEWI
Loewe
x On Cloudsolo Mens Mesh Running Sneakers Black
$750.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-40%
Amiri
Bandana Skeleton Low Top Sneaker in Ashley Blue at Nordstrom, Size 12Us
$414.00
$690.00
Nordstrom
Burberry
Mens Vintage Check Canvas Low-Top Sneakers Beige
$790.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Autry
SNEAKERS CLC LOW IN WHITE AND FANTA LEATHER
$280.00
Autry
Ermenegildo Zegna
Mens Triple Stitch Monte Grained Leather Slip-On Sneakers Black
$1,550.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Loewe
x On Cloudsolo Mens Mesh Running Sneakers Blue
$750.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-33%
Dolce & Gabbana
Sneakers Red
$780.00
$1,164.00
Yoox.com
Does that mean white minimalist sneakers are out? The short answer is no, but they’re on their way of becoming not-so-trendy. Why? Well, if you’re a pre-teen and your dad’s wearing the minimalist whites, you’re likely not going to want to. Which means, these babies will be out of trend pretty soon.
