The Best Affordable Sneakers and Tennis Shoes to Wear With Jeans
I believe that a cute sneaker is a must-have item in your wardrobe. Not only are they super comfortable, but they are also trending right now! A quick scroll through social media and you can see they are everywhere right now. I’m going to share with you some of the best affordable sneakers and tennis shoes to wear with jeans, dresses, shorts, etc.
The classic white lace-up sneaker is the most popular at the moment, but I am a big fan of metallic and neutral-toned shoes. I also love a good slip-on sneaker (like this pair from Clark’s) as I sometimes think they are easier to dress up than a lace-up shoe. Of course, if I’m going to be doing a lot of walking or exploring, I find myself reaching for comfortable tennis shoes.
Sneakers and tennis shoes can be paired with so many things like leggings and dresses, but today we are talking about the best pairs to wear with jeans! I’ve made a list of some affordable, casual sneakers to wear with jeans that I think you all will love. Since different kinds of activity call for different kinds of shoes, I’ve included a range of comfort levels from athletic tennis shoes to casual sneakers.
Affordable Casual Sneakers to Wear with Jeans
1. Sam Edelman Ethyl Sneaker
You can’t go wrong with pairing a classic white sneaker with your jeans. I really like how classic and timeless this pair from Sam Edelman is. The leather wipes easily, but if you are worried that the white will get dirty quickly, this pair comes in several other colors!
2. Steve Madden Starling
How cute are these gold snake sneakers from Steve Madden?! The star on the side reminds me of the ever popular Golden Goose sneakers, but with a much happier price tag of under $80!
3. Steve Madden Click Sneaker
This fun sneaker/wedge combo is a fun way to dress up a tennis shoe! I love the zipper accent and the subtle texture.
4. Memory Foam Tennis Shoes
I love pairing a comfortable pair of tennis shoes with my jeans when I am at the airport, exploring a new city, or running a full day of errands. This pair from Amazon has almost 8,000 4.5 star ratings, so you know they’re good, and the price is even better!
5. New Balance Classic Sneaker
I’ve been wearing New Balance shoes for years, and I’ve seen their popularity come and go (as all trends do). I’m happy to say they are back on trend because they are affordable and comfy!
6. Soludos Ibiza Sneaker
These white sneakers from Soludos are easy to walk in and versatile! I can see them paired with leggings, jeans, or a cute dress.
7. Clark’s Layton Sneaker
If you need arch support, these are for you! I love wearing Clark’s because their shoes keep my feet happy, and the leopard print on this casual pair of sneakers is so adorable.
8. Hey Dude Loafer
I hear great things about Hey Dudes. They were requested on several Christmas lists in our family this year. They are ultra-lightweight and made with a removable memory foam insole.
9. Soul Naturalizer Tia Shoes
This platform slip-on sneaker from Soul Naturalizer is another great classic casual shoe option. I would pair them with jeans, my favorite tee, and a duster cardigan.
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Slip ons are my fave but also love a good white lace up sneaker!
All sneakers all the time for me! 🙂 This is a nice roundup of brands I do struggle with finding wide widths though. I would love it if more brands offered them.
Love the classic look of the Sam Edelman sneaker. Going to give serious consideration to adding a pair to my wardrobe.
Could you please share the link to the pants you are wearing in the first picture. Looks like a good work pants to wear to school with tennis shoes.
Thanks so much, Beverly
Beverly, those were from last summer. I checked, and they are no longer on the website, they were from Draper James.
So many cute choices. Thank you for sharing them.
Love this post- I started cultivating a tennis shoe collection last year – I live a very casual lifestyle and so having multiple styles and colors to wear have really been a boost for my wardrobe!
I have not tried Hey Dudes!
Tania, Thanks for sharing so many great options with us! I am one of those that need arch support. I also have very narrow feet and heels, so finding slip on shoes that will stay on my feet is rather challenging. One of my neighbors has a pair of the Hey Dudes and absolutely loves them.
I’m a big fan Skechers and New Balance but Hey Dudes are speaking to me now. LOL
Love the leopard print slip on!
I wear Oofos sandals but I may have to try a pair of their sneakers too.