I've Done the Research—These Are the 6 Best Trainer Styles to Wear With Jeans

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@nlmarilyn

Style Notes: High-top trainers work perfectly with crop styles as they fill any gap between your hemline and what would be the top of a normal trainer height; this is ideal for the colder months when you want to avoid having even the slightest sliver of skin exposed to the elements. 

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@cocobeautea

Style Notes: This is what I like to think of as the Princess Catherine way to wear jeans and trainers. The cropped ankle and slightly tapered style always works very well with white plimsolls. Socks optional. 

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@kingharriett52

Style Notes: Perhaps the most divisive of combos is a pair of high-waisted jeans with sporty trainers. It's a little hypebeast for some, but I'm personally a big fan. As this style of trouser typically falls on the ankle and it's nice to make a show of your trend-led trainers. 

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@smythsisters

Style Notes: Let's focus on colour for a second; most jeans I own fall into the blue category, though I am partial to black and ecru also. This triad of timeless hues loans itself perfectly to styling with bright trainers without any risk of a clash. 

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@modedamour

Style Notes: Chunky trainers continue to dominate the sneaker scene, with New Balance 550s proving harder to get your hands on than a Toteme scarf jacket. Wear with straight-leg jeans for a 2023 take on the look. 

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@amaka.hamelijnck

Style Notes: I'm noticing more and more black trainers come through, and while I previously wasn't a fan, I'm coming round to how chic they can look, especially when worn with mid-blue denim.