6 Summer 2025 Trainer Trends That Say “Yes, I’m in the Know”

For a long time, I overlooked trainers (even trendy pairs) in summer. Sandals felt like the obvious choice—less enclosed, more seasonally attuned. But over the past couple of years, I’ve come to appreciate how the right pair of trainers can anchor an outfit in a way that’s both cool and comfortable (in all senses of the word). They’ve quietly become a staple of my warm-weather wardrobe (especially when I’m clocking up mile upon mile when on holiday) and, based on what I’m seeing on the streets and in new collections, I’m clearly not alone.

This season, trainers are taking on a softer, more playful mood—more summer-aligned than ever. From pastel tones to unexpected silhouettes, there’s a clear shift towards making your trainers a key talking point of your outfit rather than an afterthought. That might mean choosing a punchy colour that brightens up neutral staples, or going for a detail like charms or sheen that turns even a minimal outfit into something more considered.