And just like that, we’re out of hibernation and ready to step into a sunnier new season, so it’s time to start thinking about the much-discussed topic of what to wear in spring. One of the best things about the season has to be its relaxed approach to dressing. While winter required well-planned layering in an effort to stay cosy, a milder spring makes the most of easy outfits that are the right balance of fashion and function. How? Simply add trainers.
After spending the majority of my career trying to refine the perfect outfit formula for any season, style or occasion, I’ve found that spring and summer are when my wardrobe truly comes into its own. Last year gave us some of the most divisive trends, and after all the runway moments, viral aesthetics, and flash-in-the-pan trends, I’m focused on stripping back my wardrobe and taking a back-to-basics approach this year. Not only is this the easiest way to build a capsule wardrobe that will rise to any dress code, but it also takes the stress out of choosing what to wear every day. And there’s one cult favourite brand that I can rely on to complement my current approach to style: Onitsuka Tiger.
With quite possibly the most iconic movie trainers of all time (Kill Bill, anyone?) and collaborations with Valentino, Shu Uemura and Givenchy, Onitsuka Tiger has been a champion of quiet luxury for over 70 years, making it the perfect choice for those who appreciate quality craftsmanship and a meticulous eye for detail.
I’ve been building my spring and summer wardrobe around comfortable trainers, so I need versatile pieces that will work with flat shoes. The brand’s spring 2023 collection is all about Japanese minimalism—think strong silhouettes, lightweight fabrics, and sweeping lines, all in a refined colour palette of black, white and pops of yellow and green that are perfect for the transition to spring. And, as Onitsuka Tiger proved during it’s fourth Milan Fashion Week show, there’s plenty of room for a brand that combines slick, fashion-forward design with wearable, urban lilt. Nylon dresses that can be shortened thanks to hidden zippers? Miniskirts with plenty of pocket room? Sign me up.
I tested my favourite mix-and-match pieces from the Onitsuka Tiger spring 2023 collection with the brand’s latest footwear styles and came up with some foolproof looks to prepare your spring wardrobe for the coming months. Below are all the dresses, trousers and skirts that look good with trainers to help you get dressed in no time.
