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20 Fresh White Sneakers You Can Always Depend On
From iconic Air Force 1s to viral Vans and a few elevated classics, these are the wear-everywhere shoes your closet needs.
I’ve said it once, and I’ll say it again. I don’t know how I would function without white sneakers. Am I being dramatic? Hardly. A white sneak is the be-all and end-all when it comes to go-to footwear. There’s a time and place for Mary Janes, comfortable heels, or high-fashion clogs. But they are inherently less versatile styles. The white sneaker can be dressed up or dressed down for almost any occasion. Having a reliable option is key, especially if you’re working with a minimalistic wardrobe or limited closet space. (Aren’t the best pieces in your wardrobe—like the best leather jackets or wide-leg jeans—the trusted ones you know will look good no matter what?) Now that the season has officially kicked off, we think they make the perfect summer shoe.
Shop Our Favorite Classic White Sneakers
Whether you’re adding a casual touch to a power suit or sundress or you’re on the hunt for the perfect trainers to team with joggers or high-waisted leggings, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve looked into the vast pool of styles on the market to offer you a consolidated list of the best ones. To make the list, we relied on customer reviews, editor-vetted styles and silhouettes, and median price points.
Below, you’ll find an array of styles—including our personal favorites—that are all fabulous options for your next purchase.
Nerisha is the beauty commerce editor at ELLE.com, covering all things beauty (and fashion and music). She has a penchant for sneakers and nude lip glosses, and spends way too much time re-watching 90s sitcoms.
Meg is the Associate Fashion Commerce Editor at ELLE.com where she researches trends, tests products, and looks for answers to all your burning questions. She also co-writes a monthly column, Same Same But Different. Meg has previously written for Cosmopolitan and Town & Country. Her passions include travel, buffalo sauce, and sustainability. She will never stop hoping for a One Direction reunion tour.
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