The ever so popular chunky sneakers show no signs of slowing down as we enter a new decade. 2020 introduces a wealth of new designs, silhouettes and technical detailing in a bid to add fresh new energy to the oversaturated trend.
While the Balenciaga Triple S will always be on the top of my chunky sneaker wish list, my bank account has other plans for how I spend my money this year. Instead, I am opting for the cheaper alternative from the high street.
Here are my favourite chunky sneakers you can buy from the high street.
BERSHKA – MEN’S CONTRAST MESH TRAINER – £49.99
The new sneaker from Bershka features a mix of mesh and suede-like panelling. The trainer features a pronounced gel chamber, intricate lacing detail in a monochromatic sand colourway,
ZARA – WHITE CHUNKY SOLE SNEAKERS – £49.99
The new sneaker from Zara is a celebration of neutral colours. The style features a track sole, multi-fabric panels and eyelet detailing.
VEJA – VENTURE SNEAKERS – £125
The venture sneaker is Veja’s take on the popular sneaker trend with a mixture of rubber, leather and ripstock fabrication. It is detailed with the classic V and embossed logo at the back.
SELECTED – CHUNKY LEATHER TRAINERS – £130
SELECTED have reimagined the hiking boot into a chunky silhouette with a combination of leather and mesh. The sneaker style is available in multiple colours to suit your spring colour palette.
ASOS – TRAINERS WITH MULTI RUBBER PANELS – £45
Inspired by the Balenciaga Track Sneaker, this ASOS interpretation has a multi-layered rubber panel and breathable mesh.
ZARA – MAXI SNEAKERS – £69.99
For summer, the chunky sole has a fresh new update with a gel sole adding a playful twist to the popular sneaker trend.
PULL AND BEAR – TECHNICAL TRAINER – £45.99
This sneaker from Pull and Bear adds a technical edge to the chunky sneaker. Featuring intricate cut-out details framing the laces with exaggerated sole extending further past the back of the trainer.
CONVERSE – RUN STAR HIKE – £89.99
The iconic converse all star is reimagined with a chunky gummed sole breathing new life into this classic footwear staple.
BERSHKA – MEN’S UV REACT TRAINERS – £49.99
This sneaker has a UV colour changing effect that changes colour when the sneakers are in sunlight.
CAT – INTRUDER – £90
The Intruder from CAT is the embodiment of sturdy footwear with a workwear edge. The Intruder nods to a previous design from the ’90s updated to fit perfectly into the chunky sneaker trend in typical CAT fashion.
SKETCHERS – D’LITES 3.0 – £69
Sketchers have been given a resurgence with their chunky sole interpretation of the classic d’lite silhouette. The D’lite 3.0 is detailed with contrast topstitching, mesh and metallic detailing.
SELECTED – CHUNKY TRAINER – £110
Available in 4 classic colourways, the chunky trainer from Selected celebrates texture. Boasting a mix of leather and suede to create a luxurious modern interpretation to the chunky sole sneaker.
CALVIN KLEIN – MARVIN SNEAKER – £135
The Marvin sneaker puts mesh at the centre of the sneaker design. They are detailed with an exaggerated two-tone rubber sole and a mix of suede and smooth leather.
BERSHKA – MULTI-PIECE TRAINERS – £49.99
You can’t go wrong with an all-white chunky sneaker. This monochromatic style from Bershka has a jagged track sole.
What are your favourite chunky sneakers to wear?