Leave it to Kendall Jenner to turn what was once an ultra-lame concept into something (sort of) chic: We’re talking about dad sneakers. The model was photographed at LAX sporting a pair of chunky kicks that have us flashing back to the good old days of face-palming as we watched our fathers present themselves in a pair of dingy New Balances and worn-out cargo shorts (it’s a package deal) — and quite honestly, we’re into it.
But first, we must disclaim: We can’t give Jenner all the credit for this #dadsneakers trend (try that Twitter hashtag; it’s real). For that, we’re looking to Balenciaga’s Fall 2017 Fashion Week runway debut of their chunky, multi-soled Triple S shoes — AKA official confirmation that this is, indeed, fashun. Add to that Bella Hadid’s relentless love for the thick tennis shoes (noted here, here, and here).
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The shoes may very well be statement pieces, but they're also great travel shoes, thanks to their soaring comfort level and fun aesthetic. Take a page from Jenner's stylebook and pair the chunky sneakers with a matching ensemble that's equal parts comfortable and glamorous for the perfect travel outfit. Or just a t-shirt and your favorite travel leggings will do.
Whether you're looking to try out the look or just itching for a new pair of extra-chunky-soled shoes (we can’t deny, they do look super-comfy), then scroll through to shop our round-up of dad sneakers, below.
