Sneakers are a fairly young kind of shoe, however, already firmly established among subcultures. They are especially popular with dancers and singers, because they are not only comfortable, but also add to the image of insolence and are ideal for the stage. However, haute couture also fell in love with these sneakers, and therefore they can often be seen in the collections of the most famous designer houses.
If sneakers are primarily shoes for sports and walking, then sneakers are ideal for creating many stylish looks.
Features
Sneakers is a hybrid version of sports shoes that is equally close to both sneakers and sneakers, but it has some distinctive features.
For example, the presence of a rubber sole, which makes the movement quiet, gave the name of this type of shoe from the English word to sneak (“sneak”). And although the sole of the Sneakers is quite thick, it does not add weight. In addition, it is tight to the ground.
In sneakers, the sole is often ribbed and made according to the anatomical features of the foot, in order to create greater comfort for playing sports.
Sneakers differ from sneakers in appearance as well, and they are related only by their belonging to sports style. Sneakers are more like fashion sneakers, but much more voluminous.
Not infrequently, the upper part of this shoe is stuffed with synthetic winterizer, increasing the volume and warming. In addition, sneakers are taller than sneakers or sneakers, reaching ankles in length. The invariable part is Velcro and, less commonly, lacing or elastic.
Sneakers are considered demi-season or summer shoes, but there are many winter models among sneakers. The presence of a platform, often hidden, allows you not to soak your feet.For the cold season, there are specially insulated models, some of which are completely fur-coated.
Models
In general, sneakers can be divided into several categories: sports and casual.
Sports sneakers may have a slightly raised platform, and their design does not dazzle with all kinds of twists. They are suitable for fitness or jogging, as well as simple long walks.
Everyday sneakers are part of modern street fashion, and therefore they have a lot more variety in design. This concerns the soles in the first place, because there are sneakers on the platform, wedge heels, and some models are completely on the heel. Stylish sneakers are more voluminous and massive, since they do not need to be as comfortable as possible, as in the case of sports. In the design there are stripes, metal inserts, stones and rhinestones and other decorative elements.
Separately, it should be said about seasonal sneakers. Warm winter shoes with synthetic winterizer and fur, use moisture-resistant materials, fasteners and soles. Summer sneakers, on the contrary, are as light as possible, and on some products open heels are found.
For boys
Sneakers for boys are not much different from adult males. First of all, their lineup is limited to a flat sole, rarely a little high or wide, and lack of lift.
However, boyish sneakers can afford a more childish, perky coloring. Men's sneakers are often not rich in a variety of colors, but on shoes for boys often find all kinds of prints, drawings of characters from cartoons and comics. There are models and more strict, business, looking like adults, so the only difference is the small size.
For girls
As in the case of shoes for boys, sneakers for girls use unusual children's prints with an abundance of flowers, hearts, fairies, as well as a large number of cute jewelry, such as sequins, stripes, stones. There are models that completely coincide with adult women, as many fashionistas want to imitate mothers. You can easily find sneakers on the platform and wedge heels, but since we are talking about a child’s leg, they make the least rise or it is completely absent.
Women
The largest variety is in female models. For starters, this is the usual “classic” - sneakers that are as close as possible to sneakers, and differ only in the thicker high sole and height of the upper part.
One of the most common models is platform and wedge sneakers. The sole in this case can be hidden, completely matching in texture and color with the main part of the shoe, and can be pointedly distinguished by volume, shape, color. The sole, whatever it may be, is of different heights and heights, so it is easy to find a product to your taste and, most importantly, as comfortable as possible.
As for the upper part of the shoe, here there are several basic types. For starters, very similar to sneakers or sneakers, quite thin and neat. And on the contrary, there is a voluminous top, and such shoes immediately become unsuitable for short girls. Massive products make the legs visually shorter.
Some brands are experimenting with the usual design and produce far from the most standard models. For example, oversized sneakers above the ankle or heel instead of the usual flat sole.
Dance
Since dancing classes require a special load on the legs and the need to have a movable foot, specialized dancing sneakers for dancing have a special design. They look a little unusual due to the large separation on the sole between the toe and the heel. However, this structure helps to quickly rebuild from one part of the leg to the other, as well as make all the necessary movements, jumps, and rotations.
To avoid injuries, the sole for dancing sneakers is made of non-slip rubber. They are also called jazz sneakers.
Popular colors
Since sneakers are shoes that are used for sports and for creating spectacular images in casual style, there are many colors.
Simple models are most often plain with white or black soles. Colors in this case use either dark and saturated, for example, green, blue, gray, and, of course, black, or vice versa light - white, beige, light pink.
Multicolor sneakers are also not uncommon, but both monophonic and absolutely contrasting shades are combined with each other. This can be a combination of azure blue with deep blue or orange with violet. Sneakers are quite bold shoes, and therefore they often use unusual and bold combinations.
Among the trends of this year are two colors at once, one of which is presented on the sole, and the other on the top. This year, metallic shiny colors, emerald and bright red, taupe, brown, burgundy, lilac, blue, and mustard are in fashion.
Materials
The upper part of sneakers is made from a rather large set of materials - velor, suede, fabric, but most often from leather and leather substitute. When sewing one pair, a combination of several can be used at once.
A synthetic winterizer and fur are used as insulation, and rubber rubber is taken for the sole. Among the accessories there are Velcro, shoelaces, less often zippers, all kinds of stripes, metal and decorative details.
Brands
Among the well-known brands that periodically release sneakers in their collections are Saint Laurent, Sam Edelman Braxton, Kenzo, Gucci, Lacoste, Heidi Klum.
Many network companies, especially those originally focused on sports products, also often delight customers with new models. Among them are Converse, Nike, Adidas.
What to wear?
Sneakers are often quite massive shoes, at least visually, so they will look the most harmonious with tight-fitting pants and jeans. As for the style, it’s easy to combine sneakers with sportswear and casual clothes. First of all, we are talking about jeans, especially skinny, leggings, short shorts and capris, as well as short skirts.
Dresses are also suitable, and in some cases, and with a successful selection of colors and textures, even maxi lengths. Of course, in the case of long skirts and dresses, we are not talking about strict business products, only informal ones.
Adhering to the same logic as with the bottom of the kit, oversize products should be avoided from above. It is best if it is a suitable top, tunic or T-shirt, and on top you can always wear a shirt, windbreaker, jacket. However, casual shirts can also be worn as an independent item of clothing, like blouses.
If the Sneakers have an acceptable not voluminous appearance, then the top may be more loose, for example, from large shirts, sweatshirts, windbreakers, hoodies.
As for outerwear, depending on the model, leather jackets, parkas, down jackets, jackets can come up. But for elegant coats and fur coats it is better to choose other shoes.
Regarding the general rules, it is worth noting that the brighter the sneakers, the more they are decorated, the more simple other clothes should be, so as not to create an imbalance. The same applies to accessories, they should not conflict and try to break all attention from unusual sneakers to themselves. If sneakers are of normal design, then combinations can be made up of more extraordinary things.