Off the Runway, Into Sneakers: The Model Off-Duty Shoe Seen Across Fashion Month

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Off the Runway, Into Sneakers: The Model Off-Duty Shoe Seen Across Fashion Month

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We always look to models for their effortless off-duty style, and sneakers might be the ultimate model-off-duty accessory. Outside the shows each season, you’ll spot all of our favorite styles from Adidas, Dries Van Noten, Salomon, and Nike, worn in ways that feel easygoing and cool.

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The Classic Choice
Nike OG Moon shoes
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The Pop of Red
Dries Van Noten leather-trimmed suede sneakers
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The Daily Sneaker
Salomon XA pro sneakers
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The Fashion Favorite
Burberry knight runner sneakers​
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The Slim Style
Keds Champion sneakers
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So, how are the models wearing them? This fall, with a range of relaxed trousers and tops with a bit of personality. Low-profile styles are paired with everything from faded jeans and striped tees to slouchy cargos and oversized shirting, while chunkier, more technical pairs ground pinstripe trousers and a hoodie. There’s plenty of high-low mixing, too. Sporty sneakers are found alongside luxe leather jackets or with big jeans and a feminine blouse.

The common thread is ease and a lack of preciousness. Here, the sneakers and their counterparts feel thrown together rather than overly styled. You get the feeling that these models are less concerned with building an outfit than they are with getting from show to show—which, of course, is what makes them so cool.

Shop 8 model off-duty sneaker looks, and some of our favorite pairs, here.

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Borrowed From the Boys

A striped tee and khaki-colored denim are classic with a tomboy twist. Bright blue Adidas add a playful hit of color.

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Matteau

Breton t-shirt

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Kallmeyer

Adina jeans

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Adidas

x Song for the Mute Toyko sneakers

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Lié Studio

The Evelyn earrings

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Layer Up

Slouchy cargo pants, layered separates, and red sneakers create a charmingly rumpled and easy outfit.

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H&M

v-neck sweater

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J.Crew

Étienne button-up

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Zara

cargo pants

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Dries Van Noten

leather-trimmed suede sneakers

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Best in Plaid

A simple tank, plaid button-down, and roomy black trousers create a laid-back foundation for technical sneakers.

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Still Here

Noon shirt

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Banana Republic

scoop-neck tank

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Gap

twill baggy pants

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Salomon

XA pro sneakers

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Leather Weather

An oversized leather jacket and extra-wide jeans make sporty sneakers feel especially cool. The exaggerated proportions keep the look interesting.

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Loewe

drawstring jacket

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Diesel

relaxed jeans

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Cos

half zip sweater

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Onitsuka Tiger

Mexico 66 sneakers

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Mix-and-Match

A feminine, fitted blouse is a counterpoint to loose, faded jeans and bulky sneakers. The mix keeps the look from leaning too far into sweet or sporty.

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Dôen

Hardy shirred blouse

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Banana Republic

mid-rise 90s jeans

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Coach

Brooklyn shoulder bag

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Nike

Air Max Portal SE sneakers

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The City Girl

A sporty striped jacket, sweeping black trousers, and retro-tinged sneakers make a down-to-earth ensemble.

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Acne Studios

plaid bomber jacket

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Leset

Nando tee

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Autry

Reelwind suede sneakers

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Frame

The Gray jeans

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Back to Basics

Low-rise jeans, an oversized bomber, and simple sneakers are a classic model-off-duty outfit. Add a studded belt for a bit of edge.

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Acne Studios

leather bomber jacket

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Free People

Brie stud belt

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Converse

Chuck Taylor sneakers

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R13

Jane jeans

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Suit Yourself

A graphic hoodie and voluminous pinstripe trousers are an exercise in high-low dressing. Chunky white sneakers lean into the oversized proportions.

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Rick Owens

DRKSHDW Mountain Hun hoodie

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Gap

365 brushed trousers

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Acne Studios

Camero party belts bag

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J.Crew

Gel-1130 sneakers

Shop More Sneakers:

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Nike

OG Moon shoes

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Celine

The Flat sneakers

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Miu Miu

Plume sneakers

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Prada

Speedrock sneakers

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Nike

Sprint Sister shoes

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Skall

x Keen Jasper sneakers

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New Balance

530 sneakers

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Puma

Speedcat Decon sneakers

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Burberry

knight runner sneakers​

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Nike

Air Max Moto 2K sneakers

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Keds

Champion sneakers

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Puma

Speedcat OG sneakers