for the love of lilac

Dubbed the colour of the season, she steps rounds up the trainers you need to get your dose of delicate colour.

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Lavender, Hyancinths, even Parma Violet sweets. All of these items have featured lilac hues long before lilac was considered the coloured of the season. Though a blind eye is not being turned to other pastels, including the popular millennial pink, it’s time to add lilac into your wardrobe. Not daring enough to buy a lilac dress or shirt? Don’t worry. she steps is here to guide you on what trainers you can buy to get your foot in the door.

Nike Air Max 97 in Taupe Grey and Light Bone

If you’re looking for your first step into wearing coloured trainers, look no further. This staple Nike trainer comes in an array of colourways, but this muted Lilac pair has made the final edit. Featuring an air cushioned sole, this trainer ensures both comfort and style. There is a mix of matte and patent layers of the upper of the trainer, creating simple areas of detail.

How to wear?

Pair these trainers with unfished hem jeans and a graphic t-shirt or jumper. These trainers were a classic 90’s style. Feel free to layer chunky jewellery, including hoop earrings and chain necklaces.

£145, office.co.uk

Reebok Classic Leather in Lucid Lilac Pink

This exclusive release by Reebok has been timed perfectly. Again, these trainers are a very accessible colour; a pale lilac. There are air holes in the upper of the trainer for foot breathability and a cushioned shoe tongue.

How to wear?

As the colour is a very pale lilac, don’t be afraid to mix with other pastels. A baby blue cotton shirt and light blue jeans or joggers would work well. Match the gold stitching on the trainers with gold jewellery, even a gold dainty anklet would look great.

£74.99, office.co.uk

Arkk Copenhagen Lilac Raven S-E15

These trainers by ARKK Copenhagen ooze sports-luxe; enhanced by the embossed branding and soft lilac colour of the trainer upper. The trainer is constructed from one single piece of fabric, so just pull them on and adjust the laces to tighten across the width of the foot. Knitted mesh in lilac and white is on the heel and toe area, adding detail to a minimal pair of trainers with a truly luxurious feel.

How to wear?

Keep in line with the sporty feel of these trainers and wear with joggers and a co-ordinating sweatshirt, or longline cotton shorts and an oversized t-shirt on warmer days. Also keep hair and makeup minimal; the attention needs to be on these carefully crafted trainers.

£44.99 from £85, schuh.co.uk

Adidas Campus in Purple Glow

Dare to go bright? Invest in these Adidas Campus trainers in a stunning bright lilac. All the normal Adidas details, including the ankle logo and signature Adidas three stripes, rolled into the perfect go-to trainer. Details on this pair of trainers include a stitched sole, gold foil branding on the outer foot and lilac laces to match. Remember to cover these trainers in suede protector.

How to wear?

These trainers would look perfect as the accent piece of an outfit. Wear with a white cotton shirt dress. Simple and effortless.

£69.99, footlocker.co.uk

New Balance WRL420 Running Shoes in Lilac

For the active readers, this pair of trainers would work perfectly for the gym, or even the walk to the coffee shop after the gym. In a soft lilac, they can provide an injection of subtle colour to the usual activewear uniform. New Balance is hailed for its comfort footwear, and this pair shall be no different, with a cushioned sole and ankle support (no sore skin rubbing)

How to wear?

If you are looking for an on-trend pair of trainers for the gym or running, these are worth the purchase.

£34.35, amazon.co.uk

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