The Celebrity Guide to Making Sneakers Look Polished

last updated 13 August 2019

It's no secret that the fashion world loves a good sneaker, but sometimes they can be tricky to pull off in a way that looks elevated and polished. To get some expert advice on the matter, we're turning to our favorite celebrities who always manage to nail the ultra-chic sneaker look. From Olivia Palermo to Karlie Kloss, see these A-listers' tricks for taking this casual shoe style to new heights.

Keep scrolling to see the celebs who always make sneakers look polished, and shop their looks!

the-celebrity-guide-to-making-sneakers-look-polished-1622855-1452795923 — Karlie Kloss

Pair crisp white sneakers with a great coat and trouser combination. Accessorize with a sleek white bag to top off the look.

Get her look:

Tonello + Double Breasted Coat

Tonello

Double Breasted Coat

Le Ciel Bleu + Tweed Trousers

Le Ciel Bleu

Tweed Trousers

Superga + 2750 Cotu Classic

Superga

2750 Cotu Classic

the-celebrity-guide-to-making-sneakers-look-polished-1622852-1452795922 — Alexa Chung

Alexa shows us that even a classic pair of Vans can be elevated to new heights by way of a perfectly structured black coat and cropped jeans.

Get her look:

Joseph + Wool and Cashmere-Blend Coat

Joseph

Wool and Cashmere-Blend Coat

H&M + Super Skinny Low Ripped Jeans

H&M

Super Skinny Low Ripped Jeans

Vans + Skate High Slim

Vans

Skate High Slim

the-celebrity-guide-to-making-sneakers-look-polished-1622853-1452795923 — Kendall Jenner

Channeling Kendall is always a good idea, as she shows us that sporty sneaks perfectly complement a statement piece like this slitted suspender skirt.

Get her look:

Ryan Roche

Suspender Skirt

Jacquemus + Ribbed Stretch-Knit Turtleneck Sweater

Jacquemus

Ribbed Stretch-Knit Turtleneck Sweater

Nike

Air Max Thea

the-celebrity-guide-to-making-sneakers-look-polished-1622854-1452795923 — Olivia Palermo

Have some seriously cool sneakers like Olivia's? Continue to give this look some edge by way of a faux-fur topper and sleek leather leggings.

Get her look:

Mango + Fur Coat

Mango

Fur Coat

Lanvin + Cap Toe High Top Leather Sneaker

Lanvin

Cap Toe High Top Leather Sneaker

Frame Denim + Le Skinny Stretch-Leather Pants

Frame Denim

Le Skinny Stretch-Leather Pants

Get her look:

Lanvin + Paillette-Embellished Jersey Jacket

Lanvin

Paillette-Embellished Jersey Jacket

Jonathan Simkhai

Cutout Turtleneck

T by Alexander Wang + Gathered Ankle Track Pants

T by Alexander Wang

Gathered Ankle Track Pants

Adidas + Superstar Sneaker

Adidas

Superstar Sneaker

the-celebrity-guide-to-making-sneakers-look-polished-1622857-1452795923 — Lily Aldridge

Keep your favorite maxi dress looking fresh with a luxe pair of sneakers and a leather backpack to polish it off.

Get her look:

James Perse + Stretch-Fleece Midi Dress

James Perse

Stretch-Fleece Midi Dress

Charlotte Olympia

Purrrfect Velvet Sneakers

Mackage

Tanner Black Leather Backpack

the-celebrity-guide-to-making-sneakers-look-polished-1622858-1452795923 — Kylie Jenner

Get inspiration from the boys and pair a pinstripe wide-leg pant with high-top leather sneakers. Complement the look with a gray crop top to add a peek of femininity.

Get her look:

Lanston

Cropped Boatneck Long Sleeve Top

Maison Margiela + Pinstripe Trousers

Maison Margiela

Pinstripe Trousers

Acne Studios

Adrian High FG White

What do you like to wear your sneakers with? Let us know in the comments below!

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Lauren Eggertsen is currently the editorial director of Who What Wear and has worked at the company for over eight years, where she started as an associate editor and has since worked her way up. Lauren has over 10 years of experience in the fashion editorial space, starting her career with internships at Marc Jacobs, Marie Claire, and The Zoe Report, where she was later hired as their editorial assistant. Lauren has worked in the Los Angeles and New York Who What Wear offices but currently calls L.A. home. It is here where she leads and manages Who What Wear's fashion team and oversees all day-to-day editorial content and large tentpole moments. This includes all of the runway, trend, and shopping-driven content that ultimately helps to build a strong brand reputation within the industry. Lauren's role also includes helping to set the fashion direction for all original photo shoots and often styles many of the celebrity cover shoots, including big names like Kaia Gerber, Normani, and Kristen Stewart.

She has also attended multiple fashion weeks, including New York, London, Milan, and Paris, where her personal style has been featured on sites such as Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, and Elle. She prides herself on discovering and supporting small brands and on her knack for a good vintage shopping find. When she isn't working, she enjoys researching and dining at reputable restaurants around both her neighborhood and the globe.