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The best women's white trainers are a wardrobe staple! Shop our faves to wear all year round
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The best women's white trainers perfectly toe the line (pardon the pun) between comfortable, chic and versatile. And once you've found a pair that does all three, you'll agree that white sneakers really are one of the hardest working pieces in your wardrobe.
When the weather is behaving – admittedly, a rarity in the UK – we like to wear our white trainers with a midi dress for a sports-luxe edge. Or, take them to the office by teaming them with a slouchy trouser suit for a high-low contrast. Slip on with your jeans for a trip to the shops, or add them to your go-to leggings and t-shirt walking get-up, the options are endless. No matter what the outfit, you really can't go wrong with a pair of fresh kicks.
So, whether you're buying your first ever pair of shoe-drobe MVPs or replacing your much-loved (and now worn-out) favourites, we've scanned the high street and our favourite online retailers to bring you the very best women's white trainers to shop right now. From go-to names, such as Nike, adidas and New Balance, to designer brands like Alexander McQueen and Gucci, there's no shortage of options to shop here. Oh, and we've also covered leather and canvas finishes - depending on your personal preference - along with a few chunky flatform styles thrown in for good measure.
If you don't find what you're looking for here, be sure to check out our edit of the best fashion trainers too.
Oh, and because we know how grubby white trainers can get (spoiler: VERY), make sure to check out this clever hack for cleaning your classic sneakers, so they can see you through many seasons to come in style.
After years of plain leather trainers being the main pick, sporty kicks are having a moment again. We love these Nike P-6000 to pair with skirts, dresses, and cool tailoring.
Is your love for Sambas still going strong? Ours too. We've got out eye on this mesh pair with red and blue accents.
LOVE the velcro strap detailing on this adidas pair, which also happens to contain at least 20% recycled content. Cool, huh?
Don't sleep on running brand ASICS for their cool sporty styles. Our Fashion Editor's pick? The GT-2160.
This is one designer collab that fashion girls all want to get their hands on. Made using recycled fibers, these stretchy knitted kicks are appliquéd with both brands' logos.
The OG Sambas, but with a Barbie pink twist. They even come with optional pink laces. We're in love.
For all the dad trainer vibes, we love these white and silver 530 sneakers from New Balance! Check out our New Balance trainers outfit ideas.
I've waxed lyrical about Vejas before and I'm about to do it again. These are the most versatile pair of shoes in my wardrobe - I honestly wear them everywhere. Full disclosure: you've got to be prepared to wear them in a bit before they soften - which ain't for everyone. - NH
Our Fashion Editor loves Saucony for Y2K-inspired sporty trainers with metallic touches, like the Grid Ride Millennium.
American brand Allbirds is wildly popular for their minimalist, breathable styles. This pair is made with tree fibre! (And we love the pink.)
Golden Goose Superstar Crystal-Embellished Distressed Leather and Suede Sneakers
Presenting Golden Goose: the perfectly distressed trainer - elevated with crystal embellishments, naturally. This pair is exclusive to Net-a-Porter.
The royal white trainer of choice comes from Superga - with this exact style donned by both Kate Middleton and Princess Diana.
Sometimes you just need a fab and comfy gym shoe, and we love Skechers for training days. Bring on that new PB.
Queens of minimalism, step this way: Common Projects is the name to know if you're looking for beautifully simple sneaks. Just take our advice and don't go near any mud...
The go-to for French girl chic, Isabel Marant's take on white trainers are inspired by traditional tennis shoes. Trés chic, non?
"Giiive me two pairs, because I need two pairs..." When Nelly rapped about his favourite trainers in 2002, they were instantly cemented into icon status.
This court-style sneaker has quickly become a modern classes with suede overlays and a contrast rubber sole. This Skechers pair actually hides an air-cooled memory foam insole too, so they're comfy *and* cute!
These bestselling "Park Up" trainers from Russell & Bromley remain popular with customers. They have a cool sleek look ideal for more casual offices, or knocking about on the weekend.
Wanna keep things pure and simple? Check out these leather trainers from Axel Arigato – a real winner for minimalists.
Think of these as the trainer equivalent of Loewe's cult classic anagram tank top. With a leather appliqué logo and shades of white and ecru they're the ideal wear-with-everything investment.
Natasha Harding is the former Fashion Editor (Digital & Print) at Cosmopolitan & Women's Health UK. Working in fashion journalism for just under ten years, she’s covered over 30 international fashion weeks, hundreds of red carpets and religiously scours the runway every season to create the brand’s bi-annual trend report. Joining Cosmopolitan back in Australia, Natasha moved to London a few years ago and is now the resident expert for celebrity style and industry news, fashion features and e-commerce. Follow Natasha on Instagram
Maddy Alford is the Fashion Editor at Cosmopolitan UK and Women's Health UK, covering fashion content online and in print. Maddy specialises in shopping galleries and first-person reviews of the best fashion buys, from jeans and jewellery to wedding dresses, gymwear, and winter coats. She also writes op-eds on on pop culture, viral fashion moments, travel journalism, fitness, and the LGBTQ+ community's relationship with style. Maddy is also a fashion stylist who has worked on over 100 photoshoots at Hearst, including those starring Raye, Niall Horan, and Lena Dunham. Previously, she has worked in fashion PR and e-commerce, including stints at ELLE US and UK, Net-a-Porter, InStyle, and Time Out New York. Maddy has ten years of experience in the fashion industry in both London and New York City, after graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism. She is passionate about second-hand shopping, inclusive fashion, running on Regent's Canal, and finding London's cosiest pubs.
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