Does the trend for velvet trainers even make sense? At first, it may seem contradictory. Trainers, after all, are meant for practicality and even performance. They're made for running around, for keeping your feet comfortable and for being as low-maintenance as possible. Velvet, in all its grandeur, seems more suited to upholstery or an evening dress. Think again – velvet trainers are actually huge business at the moment and they're much easier to wear than you might think.
As long as you're avoiding rain, these shoes help to jazz up jeans and a jumper, plus they're suitable to wear with a midi dress after-dark. In fact, they're a great alternative to party shoes and are endlessly more comfortable. Take that, heels.
SHOP: The Best Velvet Trainers If You're Bored Of Your Everyday Pair
SHOP: The Best Velvet Trainers If You're Bored Of Your Everyday Pair
1 of 7Golden Goose, Superstar Trainers, £325
2 of 7GIORGIO ARMANI, Leather And Velvet Sneaker, £590
3 of 7Ted Baker, Velvet Platform Trainers, £80
4 of 7Vans, Ua Old Skool, £59.99
5 of 7Gola, Tennis Mark Cox Velvet Trainer, £55
6 of 7GUCCI, New Ace Leather-trimmed logo-print Velvet Sneakers, £440
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