Yesterday, I was looking through recent paparazzi shots, focusing on celebrity outfits, and came across a common thread. Female A-listers in their 40s and 50s are styling their jeans with one sneaker color trend: white sneakers.
While white sneakers and jeans are a classic pairing, they appear in the fashion scene each year. This reinforces the idea that basics can create a polished look and that fashion and function can and should coexist.
Who has recently embraced the outfit combination? Let's start with Gwyneth Paltrow, who recently posted a series of photos on Instagram where she's wearing an oversize turtleneck sweater, jeans, and white high-top sneakers. Then we have Jennifer Lopez, who was spotted in L.A. wearing a long wool coat draped over a cropped tee and jeans perfectly completed with Chloé's new white sneakers.
On Jennifer Lopez: Chloé Kick Sneakers ($690)
While traveling across the country, Nicole Kidman was photographed at the airport in cuffed jeans and a collared cardigan, which she styled with the Common Projects' timeless Achilles sneakers. Back in NYC, Katie Holmes arrived at a performance of her current Broadway play, Our Town, wearing a suede jacket over a striped tee and slouchy jeans, which she effortlessly accessorized with her favorite white kicks from Autry. Each of these looks perfectly embodies the concept of casual yet sophisticated fashion that anyone can easily replicate.
On Nicole Kidman: Common Projects Original Achilles Low Sneakers ($482)
At Who What Wear, we love discussing denim trends, so I thought it only made sense to highlight the two jeans styles these women are pairing with their white sneakers—baggy and wide-leg jeans. These relaxed silhouettes convey a laid-back elegance on their own but look incredibly refined when teamed with crisp white sneakers peeking out from the hems.
On Katie Holmes: Autry Medalist Low Leather and Suede Sneakers ($210)
With all of that said, keep scrolling to discover my favorite white sneakers and the standout styles these celebrities are using to elevate their denim looks.
Shop my favorite white sneakers for women:
I love the rubber sole and black stitching.
Such a chic pair of vintage-inspired sneakers.
Fashion people in Paris and London can't stop wearing these sleek kicks with everything from jeans to skirts.
These kicks make me want to become a sneaker girl.
I'm calling it now: These sneakers will dominate 2025 style.
Chunky sneakers are here to stay.
Designer-sale alert!
Holmes wears these shoes all over New York City, which suggests they must be very comfortable.
These are the epitome of classic white sneakers.
This modern style is an instant outfit elevator in more ways than one.
So cute.
-
5 Chic End-of-Summer Denim Outfits That Will Make You Look Like a Fashion PersonFrom Stockholm to Paris to London.
-
If You're Going to Wear Leggings in 2025, Please Only Wear Them Like This, This, and ThisCourtesy of our favorite stylish celebrities.
-
The Exact Sneakers That Everyone With Cool Taste Will Wear This FallBuh-bye, boots, flats, and loafers.
-
J.Lo Just Wore the Dated Shoe Trend That Magically Becomes Chic When Paired With White JeansNow I wish I hadn't donated my old pair.
-
I'm Calling It Now: The Coolest Fall Denim Outfits Won't Include Black *or* Blue JeansThe denim trend was just spotted on Jennifer Lawrence.
-
Predicting Taylor Swift's Wedding Dress: 5 Styles That Feel So HerIt's a love story, baby, just say yes—to the dress.
-
Taylor Swift Just Got Engaged in the Ring Trend You'll Be Seeing Everywhere for the Next DecadeGuaranteed.
-
Copenhagen Fashion Week Just Made This 2016 Color Trend Feel Incredibly 2026Yves Klein core.
