Some tights-and-shoe pairings feel like a match made in heaven—knee-high boots and semi-sheer tights, for example, are a time-tested duo. Others, however, continue to spark debate among fashion circles. Tights and open-toe sandals, though a red carpet staple, remain a rare sight in everyday wardrobes. Another divisive combination? Tights paired with trainers.
While opinions in our team are mixed, one fashion insider who firmly embraces the look is model and singer Suki Waterhouse. Stepping out amid the whirlwind of New York Fashion Week, Waterhouse styled an embroidered leather trench coat, sleek black sunglasses, and an oversized scarf. Yet, as striking as these elements were, they weren’t what stole the show. Instead, it was her unexpected choice of footwear—trainers worn with tights—that truly caught my attention.
(Image credit: Courtesy of Kurt Geiger)
Eschewing the predictable Nike or Adidas picks, Waterhouse instead opted for a pair of vibrant orange and pink Kurt Geiger Islington Trainers (£159). Tapping into the colourful trainer trend that has been gaining momentum for months, her choice injected a playful contrast into her winter ensemble with minimal effort.
Though an unconventional pairing, Waterhouse’s tights-and-trainers combination offered both comfort and practicality—ideal for the demands of Fashion Week—while also adding a fresh, unexpected lift to her heavier cold-weather look.
Convincing a number of the Who What Wear staffers that this combination is worth another look in, read on to discover our edit of the best tights and trainers below.
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Heist
The Eighty Contour Opaque Tights Black
These high-waisted tights also come in five other shades.
Adidas
Taekwondo Striped Leather Sneakers
These light beige trainers are so easy to slip into a capsule wardrobe.
Calzedonia
Sheer Effect Opaque Tights
Style these with simple trainers or wear with a sleek, knee-high boot.
Adidas
Taekwondo Metallic Textured-Leather Slip-On Sneakers
Adidas' Taekwondo trainers are a fashion person's favourites.
H&M
2-Pack 20 Denier Tights
These come in sizes XS—3XL.
Kurt Geiger
Islington Sneaker
Shop the style that Waterhouse loves.
Marks & Spencer
2pk 20 Denier Firm Support Sheer Tights
These feature a firm support design for a comfortable fit.
Dries Van Noten
Paneled Snake-Effect Leather Sneakers
The snake-print design gives these such an elevated finish.
Free People
Utterly Opaque Tights
Style with a pretty mini or pair with a long-line dress for a full-coverage effect.
Salomon
Xt-6 Rubber-Trimmed Mesh Sneakers
Salomon's trainers are a fashion person's favourites.
Swedish Stockings
Svea Premium Tights
I always come back to Swedish Stockings for their chic, high-quality collection/
Adidas
Samba Lt Nubuck and Suede-Trimmed Leather Sneakers
Be quick—I can't see these staying in stock for long.
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