Dad Shoes: Love Them Or Hate Them, They Will Be Here For A Long Time

Fashion trends have a way of turning back the clock and bringing the past back to life. This trend will make you approach your father to ask him for his shoes. That’s right! Dad shoes. Whether you think that these chunky shoes are ugly or your shoe cabinet is already filled with the latest cops, there is no denying that Dad sneakers are one of 2018’s biggest trends.

If you have yet to hop on to the bandwagon because you don’t see what’s so great about Dad shoes, then check out these five ways to style these big kicks.

All Black Ensemble

What is a “Dad shoe” article without including the iconic Balenciaga Triple S? With hints of mesh and leather, this running shoe has a crazy mix of colours. A tasteless shoe? Lacking artistic inspiration? Say all you want but this pair of shoes is among the company’s recent big successes.

We styled the Balenciaga Triple S shoe with an all-black ensemble, with pops of colour here and there. Wouldn’t want the outfit to steal the spotlight from the shoes!

Clockwise from top left: Miss Selfridge Black Knit Top, Topshop Pink Fur Collar Coat, Only Tassel Earrings, Something Borrowed Sling Bag, Balenciaga Triple S, Missguided Black Mom Jeans

Casual Denim Days

The Three Stripes has released a cheaper alternative to the Yeezy Boost 700 Wave Runner. Adidas Yung 1 features a layered Falcon Dorf mesh upper with a reconstructed tongue. Dropping in two bold colourways, we can’t stop looking at the cute retro colours!

Denim on denim usually works, especially if the two shades of denim are different. Pair your Adidas Yung 1 with skinny ankle jeans, so that the shoes will be displayed in its full glory.

Clockwise from top left: Factorie Denim Jacket, Topshop Knot Front Cropped Cami, Levis Skinny Ankle Jeans, River Island Hoop Earrings, Adidas Yung 1

Girly Gatherings

These shoes are glowing and just so…white. The Fila Disruptor has a large EVA midsole and thick padding. Without even trying it on, we already know that it is comfortable and durable.

For a girlier outfit, pair your Fila Disruptors with a simple maxi dress. Throw on a cardigan and some dazzling jewellery and you will be ready to walk a mile, or two.

Clockwise from top left: Something Borrowed Maxi Dress, Something Borrowed Red Cardigan, Pieces Necklace, Fila Disruptor

Layering Fun

The latest Nike M2K Tekno trainers feature milky and sandy colours on leather uppers. A plastic orange panel pops out from the white midsole, making it a very subtle yet unique dad shoe.

Layering outfits are always fun, especially if you are dressing for work. Wearing a black camisole over a white shirt gives your outfit a preppy look, and the Nike M2K Tekno will complement the monotonous tones.

Clockwise from top left: Kleeaisons Plaid Blazer, Dorothy Perkins Ivory Frill Collar Shirt, Mango Grey Trousers, Warehouse Cami Top, Nike M2K Tekno

Sportswear to Streetwear

If we start the article with Balenciaga Triple S shoes, we have to end it with the Louis Vuitton Archlight sneakers. This futuristic sneaker includes a springy wave-shaped outsole and an oversized tongue. Everything is exaggerated about this shoe, and that is why we love it. (Extra is our middle name!)

There is no better way to rock the Louis Vuitton Archlight sneakers than to dress up in athleisure wear. Who says that sweat shorts are only for exercising? Don a cropped hoodie over a sports bra and your outfit will be the envy of everyone in town.

Clockwise from top left: Tommy Hilfiger Cropped Hoodie, Adidas Black Cap, Calvin Klein Sports Bra, Louis Vuitton Archlight Sneakers, Reoparudo Black Sweat Shorts