Black shoes with white soles

[red_harrington]

OK let this be said - I know nowt about fashion and I don't get out much

But I noticed Zinedine Zidane wearing some on the touchline a while back, which I thought was a bit odd given his all-black attire, and then on MOTD last week two of the presenters had them on too

Is this a fashion thing for footballers or is it more widespread

 

[Jonny Ingbar]

I own a pair, so it won't be a 'fashion thing' for very long!

 

[alanmoodysdog]

must be a buggger to keep clean with all the chewy and dog poo around these days

 

[boroboy6872]

I have a pair of these (Fracap Scarponcino's), absolute b***r to keep the soles clean

 

[NYboro]

I have a pair of these (Fracap Scarponcino's), absolute b***r to keep the soles clean

Easy. Just don't wear them outdoors.

 

[Glover_elbow]

One of my pet hates is black shoes with brown belts or brown shoes with black trousers or black jeans

 

[boroboy6872]

Easy. Just don't wear them outdoors.

Why didn`t I think of that.....problem solved, thanks

 

[joeydiaz]

OK let this be said - I know nowt about fashion and I don't get out much

But I noticed Zinedine Zidane wearing some on the touchline a while back, which I thought was a bit odd given his all-black attire, and then on MOTD last week two of the presenters had them on too

Is this a fashion thing for footballers or is it more widespread

Fashion thing. Pumps with an exaggerated and typically contrast sole. Don’t be surprised to see them worn with a blazer and trousers in extreme cases in a smart/casual mash up.

 

[boroPE]

Fashion thing some of them will be expensive designers costing hundreds of pounds.

 

[Randy]

I own a pair, so it won't be a 'fashion thing' for very long!

I also own a pair but they are brown. They go well with jeans and a sports jacket for a smart casual type of look.

 

[S7DiscoDown]

I think these lads need some jeans that are 6 inches shorter in the leg

I wonder if they got a BOGOF one the trainers? I shudder to think what they cost.

 

[The_Lizards_Jumpers]

City have a tie in with DSquared2 which means they're contractually obliged to wear those outfits above for travelling (maybe just in Europe I think?).

I too noticed those trainers a few years ago, and have seen multiple examples of them from various designers, including one of my favourite designers Sunpel, although I must say I find them all rather average and pretty boring.

Men's Leather Tennis Shoes in Black | Sunspel

The Sunspel tennis shoe has been updated with subtle contrast grey detailing on the updated sole, and a new contrast suede back padded area. Crafted from velvet soft leather with a hardwearing rubber sole for comfort and durability, pair with everything from smart chinos to a laid-back Loopback...

www.sunspel.com

However the FT have also noticed, and even had an article about it earlier this year.

Leather trainers — in a Super League of their own

Unlike the ill-fated attempt to create an elite football division, the anonymous sneakers have been embraced by managers and fans alike

www.ft.com

 

[WindyNook]

Used to have a pair of black footie boots with white moulded soles me mam bought them from her Kays catalogue in the mid sixties.
Height if fashion me

 

[Wiseman_Vaughn]

Dirk wears white sox

 

[The_Lizards_Jumpers]

I have a pair of these (Fracap Scarponcino's), absolute b***r to keep the soles clean

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Same type of soles as Red Wings. I found using Dettol wipes or even a bit of Dettol spray on them does wonders.

 

[Wiseman_Vaughn]

Same type of soles as Red Wings. I found using Dettol wipes or even a bit of Dettol spray on them does wonders.

I got some "blacked out" red wings for this very reason

 

[Corcaigh_the_Cat]

Look bad and difficult to keep clean. Double whammy.

 

[Sammysmiths]

I’ve got a pair of classic kickers in tan suede with chunky white sole. I bought them in lockdown and not worn them yet. I’ll be strutting them around York on Saturday. See how they fair!

 

[Sheriff_John_Bunnell_ret]

One of my pet hates is black shoes with brown belts or brown shoes with black trousers or black jeans

Brown shoes work very well with black trousers if they're the right shade. The problem is shoes with jeans.

 

[Sheriff_John_Bunnell_ret]

Ted Baker trainer brogues. I think the only thing to be said here is "why" Or possibly "no".