Pairing the right sneakers with your outfit can make you look very fashionable. However, before you even put on your sneakers you need to make the right purchasing decision about your sneakers. Making the right choice will help you create a good first impression.
If you have been wondering how to shop for sneakers that will look great on your feet, here are some tips to help you make the right decisions.
Get the Right Fit
Even if you have worn a specific size for most of your adulthood, never assume that it’s still the same now. Get your feet measured.
The fact is that feet grow and make many changes over a lifetime. Feet are affected by weight gain and weight loss.
Before you buy a pair of sneakers make sure that you ask one of the store clerks to size your feet before you start trying on sneakers. Knowing this very basic information is the foundation for choosing good sneakers.
Consider too that the brand you buy can affect the sizing of the sneaker. Some brands run smaller or larger than others. Just because you wear a size eight in one brand does not necessarily mean you wear a size eight in another brand.
Shop for Sneakers that Represent Your Style
When buying classic sneakers such as the Air Jordan 11 Retro, make sure that they fit in with your wardrobe or that you buy an outfit that you can pair them with. Sneakers look great and make a good impression as part of an entire outfit not just on their own.
When choosing the type of sneakers you want to buy make sure that the sneaker fits in with your personal sense of style. Look at the colors, and the designs on the sneakers to make sure they represent the image you want to portray.
It’s not just about wearing something that is brand-name, it’s about wearing it in a unique way that makes you stand out.
Avoid Buying Counterfeits
While shopping for sneakers it’s easy to pick up a counterfeit of a brand-name sneaker. However, to the discerning eye, a counterfeit will be easy to spot. A lot of people can tell from the stitching, tags on the sneakers, and even the font size of the writing on the sneakers, that they are not authentic.
If you really want to buy brand-name sneakers, it is better to save up and make the purchase rather than buy something cheaper that is not authentic. If you truly want to make a good impression then avoid knock-offs.
Ready to Impress
Now that you know some of the main things you should be looking out for when you shop for sneakers, it will be easy for you to make a good impression when you wear your favorite sneakers.
Remember that it is all about your sense of style and not necessarily about the brand behind the sneaker. If you would like more fashion tips please visit the fashion section of the website.
Iskra Banović is our seasoned Editor-in-Chief at BlueFashion. She has been steering the website’s content and editorial direction since 2013. With a rich background in fashion design, Iskra’s expertise spans across fashion, interior design, beauty, lifestyle, travel, and culture.
