Hold the Heels: These It Trainers Dominated Monaco (and Will Rule Summer)
Anyone who knows me will tell you that I'm definitely a flat-shoe over a heel type of girl. Because of this, I've never typically turned to celebrity outfits for inspiration since they often feature some style of heel that I know I have no interest in investing in. Over the last few years, however, we've seen a shift in celeb style, with comfort and practicality taking precedence. And having long transcended their athletic origins, I'm more often than not spotting stylish celebrities wearing trending trainer styles that I can buy myself without compromising on comfort.
Most recently at the Monaco Grand Prix, I spotted two of my personal style icons, Dua Lipa and Naomi Campbell, wearing trainer styles that I'm sure will dominate summer 2025 and beyond. These are the Puma Speedcat OG and Asics Gel-Nimbus trainers, both of which have already started to gain interest this season among chic European fashion people. Both styles have strong roots in sports and outdoor activities and are making a comeback in the fashion world thanks to their comfortability, unisex appeal and distinct but easy-to-style silhouettes.
The Puma Speedcat OGs draw inspiration from the footwear used by Formula One drivers in the 1970s, making the Grand Prix the perfect place to wear them. Styling them with dark-wash baggy jeans, a leopard tee and a black bomber jackets, Dua Lipa proved how easily these trainers can fit into your casual everyday outfits. Puma Speedcats have already made an impression on fashion people and celebs alike. In fact, in the Who What Wear UK office alone I've spotted this sleek style on at least four of our editors.
Asics Gel-Nimbus trainers were originally designed in 1999 as a long-distance running shoe. Despite their chunkier silhouette and bold-contrasting colours, fashion people continue to love them over 25 years later due to their comfort and ability to be styled for almost every occasion. Wearing hers with an asymmetric draped white midi dress and matching sunglasses, Naomi Campbell shows how the Gel-Nimbus can add a cool, elevated touch to your classic summer outfits.
As we look ahead, it is evident that more practical styles will continue to dominate over your typical 'fashion' trainers. Keep scrolling to shop the exact styles that Dua Lipa and Naomi Campbell wore to the Monaco Grand Prix and then take a browse at my edit of other Puma Speedcat OG and Asics Gel-Nimbus trainers I love.
Shop Summer 2025's Celebrity-Approved 'It' Trainers:
Puma
Speedcat Og Trainers
This is the exact pair that Dua Lipa wore to the Monaco Grand Prix.
Asics
Gel-Nimbus Sneakers
Naomi proved how easily these statement trainers can elevate a classic white midi dress.
Shop More Puma Speecat OG and Asics Gel-Nimbus Trainers:
Puma
Speedcat Og Trainers
Arguably the trainers of the season.
Asics
Gel-Nimbus 9 Trainers
I've heard nothing but good things about Asics trainers.
Puma
Speedcat Og Trainers
This red shade will pair well with your white, black and other red items.
Asics
Gel-Nimbus Mesh-Detail Running Sneakers
Style with maxi skirts, wide-leg jeans, and minidresses.
Puma
Speedcat Og Trainers
This brown hue makes a nice point of difference from black.
Asics
Gel-Nimbus 9 Trainers
The chunkier sole will make these trainers even more comfortable.
Puma
Speedcat Og Trainers
The prettiest shade of pink.
Asics
Gel-Nimbus 10.1 Sneakers
Green and white never fails to look fresh.
Puma
Speedcat Og Sneakers
A trainer that has no risk of dating.
Asics
Gel-Nimbus 9 Mesh Sneakers
If you don't want to wear the same thing as everyone else, consider buying these.
Puma
Speedcat Og Trainers
This bright yellow pair is sure to boost your mood.
Asics
Gel Nimbus 10.1 Sneakers
If you like the super-sporty look, these are for you.
