Sneaker Chic

I have zero athletic ability. If I manage to hit a ball, it goes left even though I intend for it to go right. Nail a three pointer? Not on your life. Lack of athleticism aside, I can look the part. I love sneakers. However, my lifestyle does not always have room for them. On the days when I am able to return to my lovable stand by – The Sneaker, I try to make it chic. As a younger woman I would rock an oversized pair of jeans or sweat set with sneakers. These days, a dress, mini and closer fitting clothes fit the bill much better. When I think of sneakers I get a bit nostalgic. They practically defined my life at one point in time. Over the last decade I have been amazed at the transformation of sneakers. I have not been more in love with the evolution as I have been over the last few years. Not only did they manage to hide a wedge inside of a sneaker they also added stellar design to the footwear. Isabel Marant jumped out of the gate early. Those wedge sneakers were the most coveted pairs on the market. Marc Jacobs jumped out not long after with his ‘Standard Supply’ logo adorning many a pair. As much as I loved them I could not get my hands on a pair to save my life. And then there was ‘Ash’ (Ash Italia). I had already discovered their shoes back  when I purchased the most beautifully adorned sandals that I own. Below are my latest covetable picks of sneakers on the market.

 Pretty in pink, and silver and black?

Nike Force Sky High Wedge - $85.00 - Sale $66.99 at Zappos.com

Royal Blue?!

Ash Cool Wedge Sneaker - $235 (Sale $141.00) Revolveclothing.com

So Sneaker Wedges may not be your thing. My sister refers to them as Camel-toe shoes and that always makes me laugh. Here are some pretty, feminine, chic options for those who want to be closer to the ground.

Floral Power!

SK8-Hi Slim - $65.00 - Vans.com

*Hint* These are on my birthday list

I love “Chucks” and I am a sucker for polka dots.

 Converse Polka dot High top Chuck Taylors $49.94 - DSW.com

These are so fun and chic! 

Guiseppe Zanotti – London Leather and Printed Silk-Satin High-top Sneakers - $1,150.00

Net-a-Porter.com

You can always give your sneaker an added chic touch by switching the plain laces out with colorful and printed laces. 

What’s your take? Do you love sneakers? How do you make them chic? Let me know below.

Royally yours,

RiRi