Summer isn’t just about sandals. The right pair of lightweight trainers for summer will see you through sunny spells as well as days where the weather just can’t seem to make up its mind. In fact, breathable trainers can help you stay just as cool as summer sandals can, even as temperatures soar.
More supportive than your average sandal (except maybe our sandals of course), trainers are ideal for days spent on the go. Our collection of summer trainers for men and summer trainers for women offer all the best comfort and support features. Think memory foam insoles, flexible soles, and padded cuffs, plus a range of fastening styles to suit you.
There’s no better reason to don your trainers than to go out and soak up the brilliant sunshine. To help you find the right pair to do just that, we’ve rounded up the best summer trainers for 2023 so you can get out and enjoy the sunshine sooner.
Best Women’s Summer Trainers
Best Slip-On Trainers
Kicking off with our best slip-on trainers for summer, these colourful trainers are as bright as the sunshine.
Made with soft and breathable textile uppers, this wide fitting silhouette is ideal for those looking for a relaxed approach to dressing. Based on a flexible and lightweight sole, they tick all the boxes as far as comfort goes.
There’s more. These super soft laceless trainers are also inlaid with a memory foam insole for personalised comfort wherever you roam this summer.
Best Lace-Up Trainers
A summer trainer like no other, this pretty summer style takes breathable to a whole new level.
Made from leather, these unusual lace-up trainers feature scalloped edges and a cut-out design across the sides and the toes that will keep air circulating around the feet, helping you to stay cool.
Further lined with leather, including a cushioned leather footbed, these trainers promise comfortable and supportive wear all day long. With or without socks, style these versatile trainers with summer dresses and denim shorts.
Best Touch-Fasten Trainers
Showcasing an easy breezy approach to summer dressing these trendy rip tape trainers make summer dressing simple.
Elegantly designed and sports-inspired these leather trainers come in a range of summer ready colours, from ice to sky blue to rose pink.
Made with a wide opening for easy put on, they’re secured courtesy of two touch fasten straps. Ideal for feet that fluctuate in size because of the heat, the straps can be adjusted throughout the day as needed.
Best Trainers to Wear with Summer Dresses
Trainers offer such versatility that, when it comes to styling trainers with a dress, it’s hard to get it wrong.
If we had to pick just one style (from so many possibilities) opt for sleek and chic low-profile trainers such as the ones below.
Smooth single-colour leathers, coordinated laces, and a simple silhouette make these trainers a super versatile choice.
White summer trainers are the way to go if you’re looking for a style that will slip seamlessly into your sunny-weather wardrobe. If white trainers just aren’t for you, sky blue is just as cool.
To wear with dresses, opt for low trainer socks to bring out the beautiful simplicity of your trainers.
Best Men’s Summer Trainers
Best Slip-On Trainers for Men
These casual, flexible slip-on trainers are ideal for summer.
So quick and so easy to wear, they’re made with lightweight uppers and based on an ultra-lightweight outsole that won’t slow down your stride.
Featuring elastic vents so they can be kicked on and off as needed, the trainers boast added flexibility that can easily accommodate hot and swollen feet. The cuffs are also padded to prevent uncomfortable rubbing.
This wear-anywhere style can be teamed with denim jeans or shorts to suit the forecast.
Best Lace-Up Trainers
Made from lightweight and breathable uppers these lace-up men’s summer trainers will see you step through sunny days with ease.
Made in a wider silhouette for a more relaxed fit that can accommodate hot-and-bothered feet.
Based on an equally lightweight and flexible EVA outsole the trainers are designed to support the natural movement of the foot.
Add to that a cushioned footbed and soft textile internals, and you’ve got an instant comfort classic that’s ideal for summer and the surrounding seasons.