Jennifer Lawrence does not hate trainers—quite the contrary. She loves them and seemingly has a closet full of trendy styles. So if you ever want to know what the latest and greatest 'It' trainers are, you can look to her to wordlessly inform you. And even if you are someone who hates trainers, the pair she just wore is so unique that there's a strong chance they'll appeal to you.
The trend I'm referring to is a hybrid style in the same vein as ballet trainers. This one is Mary Jane trainers, and a quick internet search proves that the trend is taking off.
There are even Adidas Samba Mary Jane trainers (yes, you read that correctly). Lawrence's pair is an almost-sold-out designer style by Wales Bonner. Her fabric shoes feature a Velcro strap across the foot and a sporty gum sole, offering the best of both Mary Jane and sneaker worlds. Considering how wildly popular Mary Jane flats remain, it's only natural that designers are trying new things with them. If you ask me, these are the perfect summer trainers, as they work best without socks.
Lawrence wore her Mary Jane trainers with baggy black jeans and a sheer, dark-red top, plus her favourite vintage leopard Prada bag, but I'd love to see them with shorts or a dress. If you'd like to be one to try that combination this summer, keep scrolling to shop the best pairs of Mary Jane trainers on the internet for yourself.
On Jennifer Lawrence: Vintage Prada bag; Wales Bonner Mary Jane Flat Sneakers (£560)
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If you're a fan of the original lace-up style, take solace in knowing that this style is nearly identical, save for the addition of a cute velcro strap.
They also come in the classic white hue.
There's just something about Mary...Jane.
Consider this the younger sister to the sportier, celeb-approved Puma Speedcat trainer.
Jennifer Lawrence has already showcased her love of Vans's Old Skool sneakers—she used them to dress down a summer suit—so you know this style would get her tick of approval.
The satin! The straps! These ballerina-inspired slip-ons are the definition of pretty in pink.
Kendall Jenner showcased how chic silver trainers can look, and I believe this combination of the matte steel metallic and lace-up makes a Mary Jane trainer hybrid look more edgy.
Pair with a pleated skirt and a boxy funnel-neck jacket.
Miu Miu has made an art out of balancing two diametrically opposed design elements, making this Mary Jane trainer one of the best on the market.
The mesh detail makes these all the more sporty.
So these aren't technically Mary Janes, but they give off the same effect.
This soft pink shade is so on trend for 2025.
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Even White Poplin Skirts Can't Compete With the Pretty Skirt Trend I've Seen in NYC, Milan, and ParisHands down, it's the most elegant buy of the summer.
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Serious Fashion People Are Overlooking Basic Sneakers for These Emerging TrainersAn IYKYK kind of shoe.
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The Adidas and Liberty London Collab Just Dropped, and the Samba Trainers Will Sell OutCall me obsessed.
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Suddenly, People Are Wearing This Trainer Colour to Make Jeans and Leggings Way TrendierClue: it's not white.
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Harry Styles Just Paired Short Shorts With the New It Trainer Colour of the SummerA vibe.
