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- Material: Leather and canvas are durable and easy easy to clean with a few wipes, meaning they’re good investments. (Some, like Allbirds’ wool sneakers, are even machine-washable.) We also love suede for its durability and soft texture; to keep it pristine during rainy conditions, though, you’ll have to use a protective spray.
- Comfort: If you’re mostly walking, Chanel Perkins, DPM, a board-certified podiatrist, recommends shoes that offer stiff arch support and flexibility at the forefoot; if you’re shopping for running shoes, look for the opposite. Cushioned soles, memory foam midsole, and thick outsoles are ideal shoe features for nurses’ shoes. Otherwise, kicks that are lightweight and made with breathable materials are great if you’re on your feet all day.
- Price: Since sneakers must be replaced semifrequently (podiatrists recommend every six months to a year, and say that if the sole is worn down, it’s time to replace them), which is why we love a relatively cheap pair. But that doesn’t mean a splurge is out of the question—as long as the design and the quality justify a higher price point. We split shoes into three categories: $ for pairs $100 or less; $$ for pairs $101 to $175; and $$$ for pairs over $175.
- Walkability: We also looked closely at how comfortable these shoes are to walk in. Do they give shoe bites or blisters? Are they uncomfortable to travel with when sporting them for days on end?
How to choose the best white sneakers for your personal style
Picking the right pair of white sneakers comes down to understanding how you want to wear them. They need to fit in with your existing capsule wardrobe. For example, retro, sporty sneakers like Reebok Club C 85s look great with tailored trousers and button-downs. If you’re hunting down a pair that looks good with dresses, pick something a little more minimalist, like Veja Campos. And anyone who wears gym-ready outfits most of the time should have a great pair of workout shoes on hand; we suggest the super-popular Lululemon Cityverse.
How to clean white sneakers
If you have canvas shoes, they can be put in the washing machine; if you have leather or suede shoes, stick to spot cleaning. We recommend using a toothbrush and dish soap for mud, grass, and spills—a little patience goes a long way. But remember, white sneakers often look best with at least a little scuffing and staining.
How to style white sneakers
Styling white sneakers is as easy as throwing them on with whatever you’re wearing—they’re that versatile. But if you’d like to go a little more elevated, the experts have a few tips: “I like to style classic white sneakers with unexpected pairings,” says Caroline Maguire, Shopbop’s fashion director. “For example, I’ll throw a pair on with a white T-shirt, a black tulle skirt, or a midi slip dress. I love the contrast and comfort all in one.” (Call it wrong-shoe theory.) Of course, you can also just throw on some Amazon leggings and call it a day—we promise you’ll look good.
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Best Overall: Reebok Club C 85″,”dek”:[“div”,[“p”,”Reebok has had a resurgence in the past few years, and its Club C 85 sneakers are leading the charge. Playing off classic tennis shoes, these perforated leather low-tops work with any comfy-chic outfit and offer full-foot support so you can wear them all day long.”],[“p”,”“Ever since I bought myself a pair of Reebok Club Cs during a Black Friday sale, all other white sneakers have been collecting dust in my closet,” says “,[“a”,{“href”:”https://www.glamour.com/contributor/anna-moeslein”,”target”:”_blank”},”Anna Moeslein”],”, deputy editor at “,[“em”,”Glamour.”],” “These have carried me through fall, winter, spring, and now summer, because they really are that good. It’s because they’re so versatile—they sit perfectly just below the ankle, which makes them work with just about any pants style, cropped or otherwise, as well as skirts, dresses, and shorts.” (“,[“em”,”Glamour”],” contributor “,[“a”,{“href”:”https://www.glamour.com/contributor/andrea-aguila”,”target”:”_blank”},”Andrea Navarro”],” is also a big fan.)”],[“ul”,[“li”,[“strong”,”Material:”],” Leather”],[“li”,[“strong”,”Sizes:”],” 5–11″],[“li”,[“strong”,”Price:”],” $”],[“li”,[“strong”,”Versatility:”],” Very versatile”],[“li”,[“strong”,”Durability:”],” Strong”],[“li”,[“strong”,”Styling tip:”],” Wear these sneakers with anything in your closet—they’re the rare pair that works with everything from sweatpants to suits.”]]],”functionalTags”:[],”id”:”6093fb8ec8261f53e866ee14″,”isHedClickable”:false,”isPromotion”:null,”name”:”Reebok Club C 85″,”offers”:[{“offerUrl”:”https://www.nordstrom.com/s/club-c-85-sneaker-women/6136133″,”price”:”$90″,”currency”:”USD”,”purchaseUri”:”https://cna.st/p/2xoTpiFhHURJFztxLXGhBLJFovJiREdS6bzxYYKfPKLCdUTvs8hjWvKaB4nPVhpyhWXigaymwRW69gjzVezTxRRohGszf3RQAtYcQnS7ME1T1gJP1AKp37rmea4uKGAG4cZcBSURyETEnLKbfpgpdtHZUokKyGi71yW2Giw3yszfYpGHZXR6A5uJXdApbt6AW3Eqb53hUsMLvGfo5WGQrprvJ936NuCjcsXQGFWtKJHsbnH2MzRBwF7o1dtF8eQ6tr9S7MsC”,”sellerName”:”Nordstrom”,”countryCode”:”US”,”reducedPrice”:””},{“offerUrl”:”https://www.zappos.com/p/reebok-lifestyle-womens-club-c-85-chalk-alabaster-glen-green/product/8978065/color/950919″,”price”:”$90″,”currency”:”USD”,”purchaseUri”:”https://cna.st/p/45kUUMgYoCRNoWFYF6m2tMb6D1WCTphUjjvR6d6LvQrb4h4LPp37sa9iv1ceacZy1xLe9eBtJNyCrEnqeLBbg3dWTRocpd2sUSWdQY4fqXHKkdQYMhrLsEdSsM11rzLmia2W2uCrj8QFRZga3hBcV8KZSpXAYHNi4gEjLR4uLKesrwT8FHK3DKoAS1vhiWMh6RmNk6Zhp8qB8VjaUgCXD8DpnrhUGjZsrC8YieTn3jKVbexNfeFvXbdxvVFwd6rrjM8uAQGTaUGTyGVXF9UvYVbrenjTLBdg7PsvCfipgahqUAqtQSM26M6yBiAmYcWiqagaZV6SwN9xGTdQq6v”,”sellerName”:”Zappos”,”countryCode”:”US”,”reducedPrice”:””},{“offerUrl”:”https://www.dsw.com/product/reebok-club-c-85-vintage-sneaker—womens/536047″,”price”:”$90″,”currency”:”USD”,”purchaseUri”:”https://cna.st/p/5imWxNx3uP4SBpPXKiv14dJL219QG1176iTWLXqmkYb1bnnTnLWE6hsSzDU6KXw6S48JouCrSyk88kteFCgkZGLcYEC77op7c8WYvQKTYKeHTZ5BBwxwWsHHVty6okQS9XwVi3hLxNq8jynG2pqXGAG8TXQj7e1iAWHBUycJ6RhGd5DBAHwAC1Jx98gEkRB9r1ZpG39j3hsxgEnsfXVrxCvcT5kGwLztP3KBYgL4g3ap3jNF6LCtuo7aXoe5fNcEA55TtoH9Z1fQHioFVj1GiNPq2YTeoqG”,”sellerName”:”DSW”,”countryCode”:”US”,”reducedPrice”:””}],”promotionHed”:null,”promotionText”:null,”socialIconsProps”:{“links”:[{“network”:”Pinterest”,”label”:”Post to Pinterest”,”url”:”https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.glamour.com%2Fgallery%2Fbest-white-sneakers&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.glamour.com%2Fphotos%2F661801933ea9f34edf15c63d%2Fmaster%2Fw_1200%2Cc_limit%2FReebok%2520Club%2520C%252085.png&description=Reebok%20Club%20C%2085″}]},”itemSocialSharesProps”:{“showBookmark”:false,”links”:[]},”showLocalisedOffers”:true,”isUpcEnabled”:true,”index”:0,”showClampedProductDescription”:false,”isMobileView”:false,”hasMultipleImageSupport”:true,”showImageCreditText”:true,”showMultipleImageCount”:4,”hasProsConsFeature”:true,”hasRatingFeature”:false,”pros”:[“Retro look”,”Terry lining for extra comfort”,”Available under $100″],”cons”:[“Width runs narrow”],”rating”:””,”shouldUseAmazonPrimeDayLiveAPIData”:true,”order”:0,”totalCount”:27,”preHeaderOne”:”1/27″,”showOrderedGallery”:false,”hasAffiliateLinkDisabled”:false,”layout”:”ProductEmbed”,”component”:”enhanced_product_card”,”total_index”:3,”hasMultipleImage”:true,”componentType”:true,”showProsConsData”:true,”showBadge”:false}”>
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Reebok Club C 85
Reebok has had a resurgence in the past few years, and its Club C 85 sneakers are leading the charge. Playing off classic tennis shoes, these perforated leather low-tops work with any comfy-chic outfit and offer full-foot support so you can wear them all day long.
“Ever since I bought myself a pair of Reebok Club Cs during a Black Friday sale, all other white sneakers have been collecting dust in my closet,” says Anna Moeslein, deputy editor at Glamour. “These have carried me through fall, winter, spring, and now summer, because they really are that good. It’s because they’re so versatile—they sit perfectly just below the ankle, which makes them work with just about any pants style, cropped or otherwise, as well as skirts, dresses, and shorts.” (Glamour contributor Andrea Navarro is also a big fan.)
- Material: Leather
- Sizes: 5–11
- Price: $
- Versatility: Very versatile
- Durability: Strong
- Styling tip: Wear these sneakers with anything in your closet—they’re the rare pair that works with everything from sweatpants to suits.
Pros
- Retro look
- Terry lining for extra comfort
- Available under $100
Cons
- Width runs narrow
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Salomon XT-6
Sporty kicks are at the top of the heap for 2024, and Salomon sneakers reign supreme right now. They’ve earned cosigns from Rihanna, Bella Hadid, and Emily Ratajkowski, and this pair—perhaps the brand’s best-known model—perfectly balances high performance with good looks. “As soon as I put these shoes on, I knew I’d be wearing them every day,” says Glamour commerce producer Kassidy Davidson. “From errands to lunches to strolls with my dog, my feet are supported and I’m able to walk long distances without any aches or pains. These sneakers are giving ‘cool girl’ while being comfortable.”
- Material: Mesh
- Sizes: 5–14
- Price: $$$
- Versatility: Very versatile
- Durability: Strong
- Styling tip: While you can never go wrong with gorpcore styling, we suggest juxtaposing Salomon’s outdoorsy vibe with a voluminous dress or an asymmetrical top and a denim skirt.
Pros
- Inclusive size range
- Trendy design
- No-tie laces
Cons
- Width runs narrow
