Fashion enthusiasts continue to sport white sneakers—albeit with this pant trend rather than jeans.
I'm sure you remember that a few years back, the only sneakers that were popular were bright white ones. However, that trend has shifted, and now colorful sneakers are the favorites, with tan sneakers becoming the neutral option that many have started to choose over all-white pairs occasionally. Despite this change, I can confirm that white sneakers remain stylish due to their timeless appeal. What has changed is how people style them, as they are no longer limited to jeans. It’s the responsibility of a Who What Wear editor to highlight specific trends, so let’s focus on the pants trend Charlize Theron recently sported with her white Saint Laurent sneakers in Midtown Manhattan. The trend I’m referring to is white balloon pants. This style gained popularity last summer and has fully entered the mainstream, perfectly pairing with white sneakers, as Theron demonstrated beautifully. I've noticed white balloon pants being styled with various shoe types this spring, but the contrast with white sneakers offers a particularly fresh and stylish look. Check it out below, and find options for white balloon pants and some standout white sneakers to pair with them.
As Seen on Charlize Theron in Manhattan
(Image credit: Aeon/GC Images/Getty Images)
(Image credit: Aeon/GC Images/Getty Images)
Charlize Theron is wearing: Alaïa Denim Blouson Jacket ($1700); Saint Laurent sneakers.
Get the Look:
Alaïa
Denim Blouson Jacket
SAINT LAURENT
Gym Leather Sneakers
Shop More White Balloon Pants:
ROTATE
Balloon Pleated Pants
Róhe
Crinkled Cotton-Blend Tapered Pants
EAVES
Leny Parachute Pants
Shop More White Sneakers:
adidas
Stan Smith Lo Pro Shoes
Alo
Recovery Mode Sneakers
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