White Sneakers: The Ultimate Style Guide

White sneakers are a classic for a reason. They're super versatile, there's a pair for every season of the year, and they're available in a whole range of budgets. Every woman should have at least one pair in their closet - if not more - but they also need to know how to style them! Here are some of our best tips for how to style white sneakers.

If you saw Zendaya in the 2024 movie Challengers, then like us, you're probably totally obsessed. Whether it was her promo tour outfits or her costumes as the feisty Tashi Duncan, you can't deny that the preppy tennis look is back. And what would the tennis look be incomplete without? White tennis shoes, of course!

Choose a pair of super fresh white sneakers with a flat sole if you want to look like you've just come straight from the courts of Martha's Vineyard. They look great with cute little tennis dresses, polo shirts, and cardigans. Don't forget a headband and a pair of sunglasses to complete your outfit.

All white sneakers are the same, right? Absolutely not! It's hard to believe, but all whites are built differently. Some lean more blue, some beige or tan, others a creamy vanilla shade or even verging on pink! For this look to work, you need to figure out what shade of white works for your skin tone.

If you've ever worked out your season, whether you're cool or warm toned, or if you look best in gold or silver jewelry, then you'll already have a great head start on working out which white sneakers will suit you best.

Building a fashionable outfit is all about creating contrast, whether that's with texture, fabric, or color. The most classic contrasting combo is black and white - and it really looks great on everyone. Whether you go for a chic houndstooth set or mix-and-match pieces of both colors, you really can't go wrong. Pairing your look with white sneakers will just make your styling seem absolutely effortless, regardless of if you lean more preppy, sophisticated, or gothic in your style.

Have the perfect little dress for a night out but want something a bit more unique than heels? Give chunky white sneakers a go for a look that's slightly edgier and more playful. The height these shoes give make you seem more confident when you walk, and nothing makes an outfit look better than confidence.

Another great option for building an outfit around some chunky white sneakers is to pair them with something girly - think a floral maxi skirt, or a cute gingham sundress. As we've said, fashion is all about contrast!

Don't feel like you have to save your running shoes for the treadmill! If you want to look stylish while staying comfy for running errands or going for a quick girly brunch, then athlesiure is a great choice. And speaking of choice, there's plenty of it - leggings, shorts, dresses, crop tops, sports bras, different jackets... there really is no end.

Top Tip: Layer up your look with different hoodies, flannels, or jackets. This is a great way to change how formal or casual your outfit comes across, and to be prepared for all different weathers and activities.

It's easy to see why so many people choose to hide their socks away - they've been manipulated into it by the amount of those stupid little no-show socks available in stores! Don't succumb to the madness, and let your socks show! A classy white pair of crew socks harkens back to the preppy tennis court look, and they can also help draw attention to your cute sneakers!

We really can't overstate how important this tip is. For your white sneakers to look good, they need to be in proportion with the rest of your outfit - and this is even more imperative when it comes to wearing them with jeans or pants. If the hem of your pants meets the top of your shoe in a weird place, it can make your legs look stumpy and wide rather than long and elegant.

You might need to get crafty to make sure they're the perfect length, but don't be scared! Tailoring is a great skill to learn, and it will help you to really understand what suits you best.

Who said sneakers always have to be casual? Sure, some of them are definitely more worthy of wearing to run errands instead of to important work lunches with clients, but it's all about picking the right shoe. An easy way to get it right is to think leather for formal occasions - it's easier to clean, and holds its shape better than canvas or mesh sneakers, meaning you look more put-together. Pairing white sneakers with a boss blazer will make you seem more approachable in front of clients or your team at work.

Heading on a beach vacation? There's no look that's more elegant than an all-white one, and white sneakers play into that perfectly. Whether you go for Converse or Sambas, they'll do a much better job at keeping the sand away from your toes than sandals!

However, where they really shine is in their versatility. A simple pair of white sneakers works perfectly for day and night, regardless of what you have planned on your itinerary. We'd never go on vacation without our favorite pair.

Finally, and perhaps most importantly, you need to keep your white sneakers clean! Inevitably, they'll start showing signs of wear one day, but you can prevent this by learning exactly how to take care of them. By making sure they stay shiny and pure white, you'll ensure that your outfits stay looking polished and perfect, rather than scruffy.