How to Wear Navy Sneakers

Co-authored by Neepa Sikdar and Janice Tieperman

Last Updated: February 22, 2022 References

Navy sneakers are a versatile shoe that can go with just about any outfit. While this footwear tends to lean toward the casual side, you can create a variety of on-the-go, office-ready looks with the right clothing combinations. Try experimenting with different tops, pants, and jackets until you find an outfit that works for you!

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Creating a Casual Outfit

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Pair navy sneakers with shorts and a long-sleeved tee for a cool look. Slip on a pair of neutral-toned shorts, as well as a brightly colored or patterned long-sleeve tee.^{[1]
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- For instance, you can wear a long-sleeved, red and white striped tee with a pair of white shorts.
- As an extra accent to your outfit, consider slipping on a neutral-toned belt.
- If you’re preparing for colder weather, switch out your shorts for a comfortable set of pants or chinos.
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Slip on a bomber jacket and blue jeans for a casual vibe. Choose a comfortable, neutral-toned shirt that won’t clash with your sneakers. Create a subtle outfit with blue jeans, then top off your ensemble with a dark bomber jacket.^{[3]
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- For example, try pairing a white polo shirt with a pair of light blue jeans. Then, you can finish off the outfit with a navy blue or black bomber jacket.
- Retro-style trainers and high-tops look great in casual outfits.^{[4]
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- You can wear a T-shirt, joggers, and a bomber jacket.^{[5]
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Relax with dark sweatpants, a hoodie, and navy sneakers. Slip into a comfortable pair of dark sweatpants or trousers that have a flexible waistband. To add onto the comfort, wear a black hoodie overtop.^{[6]
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- This is a great, lazy outfit for the weekend.
- Try experimenting by pairing different shades of navy and black!
- You can go all navy from head to toe and do work pants that are navy blue with a thin merino wool sweater and navy sneakers.^{[7]
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Get ready for a day out in a polo shirt and casual shorts. Choose a brightly-colored polo shirt to serve as the main accent of your ensemble. To supplement your outfit, slip on a pair of comfortable, thigh- or knee-length shorts. As a final touch, don a pair of ankle-high, white socks to contrast with your navy sneakers.^{[8]
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- For instance, you can create a cohesive outfit by wearing navy shorts to match your sneakers. To keep with the blue theme, pick out a turquoise or light blue polo shirt to match your sneakers and shorts.
- Try accessorizing this outfit with a navy backpack.
- You can also pair a regular white tee with a pair of denim shorts for a more relaxed vibe.^{[9]
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Pair a sweater and shorts to give off an easygoing vibe. Slip on a loose, comfortable sweater in the bright color of your choice. To offset the color tones of your top, select a pair of black shorts to complete the outfit.^{[10]
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- For example, you can pair a pink crew-neck sweater with black shorts and navy sneakers. As a stylish touch, slip on a pair of sunglasses, too!

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Dressing up Your Sneakers

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Create a sleek look with dark jeans and a neutral-toned overcoat. Slip on a pair of dark, boot-cut or tapered jeans that fit snugly around your ankles. Wear a neutral-toned top as the base of your outfit, then layer a dark, long-sleeved tee overtop. To finish off your ensemble, pick out a dark overcoat that matches the other elements of your outfit.^{[11]
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- For instance, you can pair a black, long-sleeved tee with a pair of black, tapered jeans. To complete the outfit, slip on a long, gray overcoat.
- This would be a great outfit to wear during an outing or shopping trip.
- Slip-on navy sneakers are a great option for upscale, professional outfits.^{[12]
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Assemble an office-ready look with a button-down and slacks. Choose a blue or neutral-toned shirt to serve as the base of your outfit. Make your ensemble look more formal by slipping on a dark or neutral-toned button-down shirt overtop. To make the outfit more cohesive, pick out a pair of slacks.^{[13]
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- For example, pair a blue, button-down shirt with a pair of navy slacks, then finish off the outfit with a tan jacket.
- If you don’t have a button-down, you could pair a white blouse with black slacks.^{[14]
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Get ready for a night out with dark jeans and a nice jacket. Choose a neutral-toned tee or button-down to create a base for your outfit. Pick out a pair of dark slacks or chinos to match with your shirt nicely, then slip on a blazer overtop. ^{[15]
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- For instance, slip on a light blue, teal or gray dress shirt, then pair it with a pair of black chinos or slacks. To add extra flair to your outfit, pick out a dark, navy or black blazer to wear on top.
- Minimalist sneakers and lifestyle runners can look great when used in a sleek, professional outfit.^{[16]
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Tip: If you want to create an extra-formal look, consider picking out a blue or neutral-toned suit that matches your sneakers!
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Create a bold look with a neutral-toned sweater and bright pants. Put on a light-colored dress shirt and bright pair of skinny jeans or slacks. To make a more dramatic contrast, slip on a neutral-toned sweater overtop the dress shirt.^{[17]
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- For example, pair a light blue dress shirt with a pair of orange slacks or chinos and a cream-colored sweater.
- When wearing a dress shirt with a sweater, make sure that the collar is visible on top.
- This type of outfit may work well in an academic setting.
- To create a more feminine look, consider pairing a brightly-colored dress with your navy sneakers instead.^{[18]
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Expert Q&A

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What colors go with navy blue sneakers?

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Neepa Sikdar is a Personal Stylist and the Founder of Accessible Style. With 18 years of fashion experience, she specializes in working with female leaders to develop their style through personal styling, brand styling, and online styling. She also coaches women on personal style through her membership program. Neepa has worked with brands such as Nordstrom and J. Crew and has been featured in publications such as Business Insider. She holds a BS in Economics and English from Rutgers University and trained in styling through Fashion Institute of Technology.

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Expert Answer

Colors like soft pink, white, red, blue, navy blue, and black all work well with navy blue sneakers.
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Do navy trainers go with white jeans?

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Expert Answer

Absolutely! For a casual look, pair a printed cotton top with a pair of white jeans and your navy sneakers. For cooler weather, pair a striped blue sweater with your white jeans and navy sneakers.
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Can navy sneakers be worn with a dress?

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Neepa Sikdar is a Personal Stylist and the Founder of Accessible Style. With 18 years of fashion experience, she specializes in working with female leaders to develop their style through personal styling, brand styling, and online styling. She also coaches women on personal style through her membership program. Neepa has worked with brands such as Nordstrom and J. Crew and has been featured in publications such as Business Insider. She holds a BS in Economics and English from Rutgers University and trained in styling through Fashion Institute of Technology.

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Expert Answer

Definitely! For example, you could wear a mini dress that hits above your ankles, or wear a striped T-shirt dress with a denim jacket.