Trainers...yes or no?

I now only wear trainers most of the time they are so comfy and feel safe to walk in which I do daily. I have 4/5 pairs and a couple of pairs of boots. All my heeled shoes are gone I just can’t wear them anymore but I have a family wedding next year not sure what I’ll be wearing on my feet yet.
What’s your objection to trainers?

I have the Sketchers slip on ones. They are very comfortable but I do find they make my feet rather hot and I haven’t tried driving in them yet.

To be honest tanith I think I'm a bit vain. I don't think trainers are as stylish as shoes

tanith Smart, leather flat shoes are available in loads of different styles and colours. I have attended two weddings wearing flat shoes that matched my outfit and found that I was by no means alone.

I also have trainers for walking, but find lace-ups better than Skechers which I don't find supportive at all.

I also wear heels when I can as I think they are better for your feet than flats (trainers are flat) and I am reaping the rewards of wearing flat shoes for years I don't think they are good for the ankles at all, but fear it's too late for me.

I would love to get some kitten heel slippers but they don't sell them anymore either. I hate flat slippers but don't seem to hve a choice...if anyone knows anywhere?

Unlike polomint I think smart or edgy trainers are infinitely smarter than old lady flat shoes!
Look at Solebliss, Gabor, Moda in Pelle etc for inspiration. (Then check out more budget-friendly brands.)
As for making your feet sweaty, that is down to the material of the uppers- leather and fabric are just as available as man made uppers.
Your feet will thank you for them. And podiatrists admire your common sense as well as your style.

Trainers are good, and comfortable, with trousers but I think they look inelegant with skirts and dresses, despite the current fashion.

As I live in shorts or jeans/linen trousers, they suit my lifestyle, I only have three pairs and rotate them with ankle boots or long boots in the cooler months, flip flops when it’s warm.
I think they support my feet, I’ve not found otherwise.

Trainers are very good and supportive for feet. A lifetime of wearing heels only shortens Achilles tendons so are very bad for feet.

I wear trainers a lot , with dresses , skirts as well as jeans, trousers and shorts . Trainers make dresses less girly and a bit edgy .
Leather trainers don’t make your feet hot and some have a slight platform .
Marks have some nice leather trainers . And SoleBliss have some smarter ones .
My sketchers lace ups have served me well on city breaks . I can walk all day on different surfaces and no achy feet .

Aveline

Trainers are very good and supportive for feet. A lifetime of wearing heels only shortens Achilles tendons so are very bad for feet.

So true , I’ve always worn flat comfy shoes for work in health care and have no problem with my Achilles tendon.
My sister who has always worked in the city and worn heels is recovering from a second ruptured Achilles tendon.

I love my trainers don’t wear anything else now was really pleased when they came into fashionn

I usually always wear trainers. My most comfy trainers are Skechers slip ons, have 3 pairs of varying ages. Also have a pair of lace ups Nike air which are great for long walks/rambles.
They look fantastic with jeans or trousers.

I buy my trainers from Primark. They are incredibly comfortable and long lasting. I wear them when I go out walking and sometimes for shopping. They are brilliant.

Yes to trainers. Even with a dress.

I find the trainers with the little side zip are super comfortable, there are so many out there, you're sure to find something to suit you.

I’d add Hokka trainers to the list RosiesMaw gives. Recommended to me by the bio mechanic/podiatrist at rheumatology. They may not suit your need for stylish polomint but mine took me on a 10 day tour of historical sites in Egypt.

Kate1949

I buy my trainers from Primark. They are incredibly comfortable and long lasting. I wear them when I go out walking and sometimes for shopping. They are brilliant.

That’s good to know. Branded trainers can be so expensive and am sure Primark make trainers that look every bit as good as branded ones.
Might take a look 👍

RosiesMaw2

Unlike polomint I think smart or edgy trainers are infinitely smarter than old lady flat shoes!
Look at Solebliss, Gabor, Moda in Pelle etc for inspiration. (Then check out more budget-friendly brands.)
As for making your feet sweaty, that is down to the material of the uppers- leather and fabric are just as available as man made uppers.
Your feet will thank you for them. And podiatrists admire your common sense as well as your style.

And podiatrists admire your common sense as well as your style.

Yes, they do but they frown at some of the brands which they don't think are supportive enough eg Skechers

They're brilliant Babs. I'm not one for designer this and that.

My podiatrist does not recommend sketchers either.

Yet sketchers get a good name. My daughter swears by them as she has had plantar fasciatis and loves them. I do have a pair of cheap trainers that I have worn a few times but I must try and find some nice ones. I looked before but there is so much choice and a wide price range, I don't know where to start!

they do but they frown at some of the brands which they don't think are supportive enough eg Skechers
You will note I didn't quote them!
Even Skechers come in a choice of uppers however- fabric/knit may not give enough support but they come in leather as well.

I only wear trousers , so wear trainers all the time, I have a black patent pair and a silver pair which suit my needs and I think look smart enough.
Have you looked at Pavers shoes if you want shoes they have some nice styles their Loretta range are very comfortable and come in some lovely colours and styles.