I resisted this trend for So. Long. I was strong, I avoided the urge, I didn’t give in. Wedge trainers seemed like a ridiculous concept – one that could only look good on the very small percentage of women who are tall, slim, model-beautiful and effortlessly stylish. Me, with my average height, regular-sized body and casual wardrobe? Nah.
But then I spotted these wedge trainers on Sarenza, and all previous thoughts of their unsuitability were forgotten as I clicked ‘add to basket’.
Jeans and jumper, Uniqlo | Silk shirt, French Connection | Wedge trainers, Méliné c/o Sarenza | Necklace, H&M
I shied away from wedge trainers because many styles are very masculine – not good when you have feet that resemble small cruise ships. But this pair by Méliné are simpler, with no buckles or zips or go-faster stripes. I love the two-tone shade (in my favourite colour for autumn, cranberry) and soft suede, and the small wedge is manageable and… dare I say it, comfortable.
Sorry for the indoor photography – damn you, Great British Weather!
I’ve worn these shoes every day since they landed on my doorstep. They look great with tea dresses and flippy skirts, but my favourite way to wear them is with a simple pair of jeans and a nice woolly jumper. I’m a shameless colour coordinator but I think that helps pull everything together (and my grandma will be proud).
If you’ve jumped on the wedge trainer bandwagon and are now wondering how the hell to wear them, here are a few tips:
- Keep it simple – these are statement shoes, so go for simple shapes and block colours for an easy, everyday look
- Think about your silhouette – wedge trainers can look a bit clunky (especially on big foots like me), so choose form-fitting clothing to balance your figure
- Be careful with casual – wear these with loose trousers and a t-shirt and you’ll look like you’re heading for the gym (albeit in inappropriate footwear). Go for a more structured look by adding a shirt or blazer
love this colour!
I did a post on how to wear them the other week – they came in handy at fashion week!
oh i love these in the burgundy colour, very autumnal. i do find my wedge trainers slightly tricky to style, this is great! thanks love – always some fab ideas.
What I love about them is that you can style them as you would trainers.. with some more options on top! I wear mine with evvvverything! Leggings, shorts, skirts, jeans. They’re so versatile! 😀
Wedge trainers are not for me, I think, but yours are cute, cute, cute! Great colour too.
NL
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I love your outfit, I do like wedge trainers but I’ve never thought they’d suit me either, or that I’d wear them. I think these are the nicest pair I’ve seen, the colours gorgeous xxx
love the colour of the jumper xx
Wedge trainers are fun! X
I just bought these
http://www.urbanoutfitters.co.uk/deena-+amp-ozzy-banks-black-concealed-wedge/invt/5313471901704/&bklist=?cm_mmc=AffWin-_-Winter09-_-Skimbit-_-null
Should work with my grunge look but also give me some height – I hope!
I like yours too.
Love these! They’re more like hi-tops with a bit of height… very cute. Good choice!
love this look! great shoes 🙂
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I like these ones, wasn’t keen on this trend at first but seen a few plain black pairs that I like x
No, but yes those work!
These ones look great on you. I am still undecided on wedge trainers. I fell in love with a Dune pair a couple of months ago until everyone I showed them to in the store was a bit “ugh” about them, suddenly I was less keen on spending £85 on them but I think with the right outfit they could look good. x
Nooo don’t listen to everyone else! All the haters will be on the bandwagon come Spring. Do you remember when leggings came back round again? I remember going “ugh I used to wear those when I was 6…never again” and now I pretty much wear them every day! Ha
I have hated wedge trainers for ages, but those – with that jumper – are amazing! Genius.
xx
Oh I looove these on you! The colour you picked was amazing!
I’ve been going back and forth on the wedge style trainers for a while but I decided that styled in the right way, they look spot on.
Love the berry colour of yours, different from the typical black ones.
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Jen, you have well and truly converted me to wedge trainers! I used to think they were absolutely vile, but you look lovely in them! They look good in cranberry 🙂
I think I’d just be super duper tall in them like all heels, though! xx
I’m about 6ft in these, Em – walk tall! 🙂
Love how you’ve matched it with your jumper, not really a big fan of the wedge trainers but this outfit might have changed my mind xoxo
Yay! I’m getting myself some Jeffrey Campbell ones.
I love the colour, but just can’t get on board with this style.
Having said that, they do look great with how you’ve styled them.
And also, I’ve seen a lady going to the gym with these on. Srsly. :S
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I LOVE these on you but I know that I would look like a fool in them, give it time and I’m guessing I will come round to them though!
Maria xxx
I got mine for a bargain £35 in Topshop, down from £78, so I was ecstatic. (Just in case the trend looked horrible on me). Anyway, love the way you’ve colour matched yours. They’re definitely not an item that can be overshadowed x
It’s a nay from me, but I like your colour matching! I’m loving burgundy at the minute too.
I felt exactly the same about wedge trainers but this is the first time I’ve seen them worn well. Really loving the colour of that jumper too 🙂
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I Am so in love with the wedge trainer trend!! I love these ones that you have chosen! Super cute! I’m going to add them to my site right now!
Great post 😀
I love trainers and I love heels so these are perfect for me! You look great in yours!