There is nothing like a comfortable pair of sneakers to put a little spring in your step, especially during the weekends when you can shed all that boring office wear. Sneakers, or plimsolls, have been primarily designed for sports and physical activities, and were always known for providing comfort to the wearer. There are several certainties in your life and owning at least a few good pairs of sneakers are undoubtedly one of them. Here are the 5 essential types of sneakers to have in your collection!

Low-cut

Low-cut sneakers in classic designs are beyond versatile and show off understated cool even with a simple tee and jeans combo. Probably the most famous sneaker design, Chuck Taylors by Converse, has never gone out of style and transcends all age groups. You can also invest in a slim and simple design in white, no excess details and easy to keep it clean too.

Sporty

These are the type of sneakers that have stayed pretty true to their athletic roots. They come with a functional build, offer more ankle support and are usually lightweight, taking you from the gym to the streets in a heartbeat. But these comfy trainers are definitely not just for working out, take them from the gym to the streets with your casual wear for a much-needed break from boring office wear.

High Tops

Largely influenced by sportswear, the popularity of high tops exploded after the release of Nike’s Air Jordans. The predominant feature of such shoes are the tops that extend above the ankle and they almost demand to be shown off. Perfect when paired with shorter pants and rolled-up jean hems for casual outfits, or with slim trousers for more formal looks.

Skaters

You don’t have to be a skater to appreciate and adopt the skater look. Keep your outfit as relaxed as your attitude by pairing those flexible, flat-soled sneakers with oversized shirts and loose-fitting pants. You can also complement your button-up and chinos ensemble with a trusty canvas pair.

Statement Shoes

Have some fun once in a while and interrupt your regular dose of casual sneakers with some wild, statement shoes. Go for prints and bright colours, but balance out the rest of your look with monochrome colours. That will set your sneakers apart from the next guy.

Every guy needs a pair (or two) off-duty sneakers. They are a good and easy way of keeping your look casual yet pulled together. With high-fashion incarnations of the humble sneaker designs popping up every season, there is no running away from sneakers. Dress up in the freshest kicks and knock the socks off everyone with your impeccable style choices.

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