Suki Waterhouse proves that vintage-inspired trainers should be on your Spring shopping list

Especially in this unexpected colourway

Suki Waterhouse Kurt Geiger Trainers
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Suki Waterhouse has called it: elevated retro silhouettes are officially here to take over your everyday trainers. Vintage-inspired styles taking over the style set, with the classic Adidas Gazelle to Gola's cult classic designs, these hardworking shoes aren't going anywhere this season.

The key difference? Colour. Before we lose you, Minimalists note that these shoes cover all tastes—from those who opt for subdued neutral hues to radiant brights. And although I'm someone who opts for earth-toned shoes, I'm ready to break out some bolder footwear to manifest warmer weather.

Suki Waterhouse Kurt Geiger trainers

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Unsure how to style them? Simply take some styling cues from Suki Waterhouse, who opted for Kurt Geiger's latest release, the Islington Trainer. Pairing it with a sleek, cinched coat and a matching bag to highlight the trainer's eye-catching colour.

Coming in six different colourways, the Islington sneaker is available in orange, peach, bone, and pure white while featuring metallic silver and gold panelling on the heel for an extra touch of drama. Tapping into the suede trainer trend, they're wearable, stylish, and It-girl-approved.

Feeling inspired? Below, we have rounded up other colourways and styles available to shop now and wear forever.

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Sofia Piza
Fashion Writer

Sofia Piza is the Fashion Writer at Marie Claire UK. With over three years of experience and a degree in Fashion Journalism, she covers runway trends, shopping picks, celebrity fashion, and industry news.

Throughout her career, Sofia's work has ranged from in-depth interviews with industry experts and high-profile celebrities to creative production for editorial cover shoots and red-carpet coverage. Born in Mexico and raised in five countries, Sofia's multicultural upbringing has fed into her interest in international markets, leading her fashion week coverage across London, Milan, Paris, New York, and Copenhagen.

When she's not sourcing inspiration from social media, you will find Sofia anywhere from a local vintage market to busy central London streets, people watching to make sure she brings you the latest trends, from the best denim pieces to the must-have investment bags- the possibilities are endless.