Women's Sneakers: lifestyle Shoes

Retro, court, thick sole: women's sneaker styles

Three families share the page. The retro models take inspiration from sports shoes of the seventies and eighties, made from suede or mesh. Court sneakers, inspired by tennis, focus on leather and a sleek line. The thicker soles, more recent, add height and a stronger look.

Women’s or unisex fit: finding your size

The page mixes women's and unisex fits. A women's fit is often a bit narrower at the heel and forefoot. A unisex fit is sized in standard European sizes, sometimes a bit wide for a slim foot. The size guide on the sheet provides the inner length, to be compared with your foot measured in the evening.

Hummel, Reebok, Le Coq Sportif, adidas: one page per brand

Each major brand has its page. The women's Hummel sneakers showcase Scandinavian retro with the VM78 and the Monaco. The women's Reebok sneakers gather the brand's models. The women's Le Coq Sportif sneakers add its own models of the rooster. The women's adidas sneakers cover the Spezial, Streettalk, and Breaknet. And the Reebok Classics women's page is dedicated to historical models, like the Classic Leather.

Converse, K-Swiss, Errea: other brands on the page

• Converse offers its canvas trainers, high or low.
• K-Swiss provides its court sneakers in leather.
• Errea adds the Light Feather, in white and navy or black and white.

Maintaining your sneakers: leather, suede, canvas

Each material has its maintenance. Leather is cleaned with a damp cloth and a bit of mild soap. Suede is brushed dry and protected with a waterproofing spray. Canvas can sometimes go in the wash, cold and in a net, but always dries in the open air, away from a radiator.

Women’s sneakers at sweet prices

The colourways of sneakers change often, and the old ones go on sale. Check out the special offers lifestyle, then the shoe clearance page. During sales, visit the women's sales.

Frequently asked questions

What size to take if I'm between two sizes?

Take the larger one, especially if you wear thick socks. A sneaker that’s too small is painful, one that’s a bit big can be compensated with an insole. Measure your foot at the end of the day, when it's widest.

Is a thick sole comfortable for walking?

Often yes, because the sole absorbs impacts well. It is a bit heavier than a thin sole. For long walks, choose a model with a flexible sole.

How to prevent white sneakers from yellowing?

Clean them regularly and dry them in the shade, never in the sun or on a radiator. Yellowing often comes from heat and overly aggressive cleaning. A protective spray limits stains.

Do leather sneakers break in?

Yes, leather softens after a few days of wearing. Start with short outings to avoid blisters. Suede breaks in even faster.

Can you wear city sneakers for sports?

For walking or a very light session, yes. For handball or running, you need shoes designed for it, with better grip and cushioning. City sneakers wear out quickly and don't hold well during intense effort.