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Wait, Is This Easy Skirt Trend the Key to Making Trainers Look Pretty?

By Swedan Margen

Wait, Is This Easy Skirt Trend the Key to Making Trainers Look Pretty?

Lately, I’ve found myself in a bit of a trainers rut. As much as I love my go-to pairs, figuring out how to style them in a way that feels fresh and pretty—especially during these warmer days—has proven a challenge. Instead, I’ve been defaulting to sandals and Mary Janes most mornings, but after several consecutive days, my feet start pleading for the comfort only trainers can provide.

Unable to ignore the growing aches much longer, I’ve been on the hunt for a few wardrobe updates to help breathe new life into my beloved sneakers. And this week, Pamela Anderson offered up just the inspiration I was looking for.

Stepping out in London, the actor wore a sunshine-hued ensemble, styling a butter-yellow Ralph Lauren knit, complete with elegant cable detailing, with a matching skirt—a swishy, pastel yellow number—that completed her light, on-trend look. On her feet, a pair of classic white trainers embellished with metallic gold detailing that traced the sides. Paired with the fluid skirt, her shoes instantly felt distinctly elevated and more pretty.

Pamela Anderson wears a yellow knit and yellow maxi skirt with white and gold trainers.

Choosing a skirt in arguably the chicest colour trend of 2025, Anderson instantly made her simple white trainers feel thoroughly modern. If, like me, you’re looking to step back into your trainers this summer, scroll on for my edit of the best yellow skirts to try now.

Shop Yellow Skirts and White Trainers:

Midi-Skirt With Frayed Ends - Women | Mango United Kingdom

Mango

Midi-Skirt With Frayed Ends

I really can't this this staying in stock for long.

Plume Technical Fabric and Suede Sneakers

Miu Miu

Plume Technical Fabric and Suede Sneakers

The low-profile design gives these a retro, sporty edge.

Side-Slit Skirt

This comes in sizes 4—22.

Trainers

These look much more expensive than they actually are.

Topshop Elasticated Waist Poplin Full Midi Skirt in Buttermilk

Topshop

Elasticated Waist Poplin Full Midi Skirt

The butter yellow colour trend isn't showing any signs of slowing down.

Adidas Samba Lt

Style with sporty shorts or pair with a pretty yellow skirt.

Asos Design Drop Waist Maxi Skirt in Yellow

ASOS

Drop Waist Maxi Skirt

Style with a tonal knit or pair this with a slim-fitting tee.

onitsukatiger,

Onitsuka Tiger

Mexico 66 Trainers

Onitsuka Tiger's Mexico 66's trainers are fashion person's favourites.

Lowen Midi Skirt

Free People

Lowen Midi Skirt

This also comes in fifteen other shades.

Tokyo Suede and Leather-Trimmed Shell Sneakers

Adidas Originals

Tokyo Suede and Leather-Trimmed Shell Sneakers

These trainers are the perfect way to introduce a subtle wash of colour into your daily styling.

Layla Satin Skirt

Reformation

Layla Satin Skirt

If I want to look elevated, nine times out of ten, I'll reach for a satin skirt.

Asos Design Retro Trainers in White With Oversized Tongue

Asos

Retro Trainers in Whit

Shop these while they're on sale.

Twist-Detail Midi Skirt

COS

Twist-Detail Midi Skirt

Honestly, this looks much more expensive than it actually is.

+ Clot Stan Smith Perforated Leather Sneakers

Adidas

+ Clot Stan Smith Perforated Leather Sneakers

The espadrille-inspired soles gives the classic white design a bold and directional edge.

Alsen Knitted Sheer Wrap Skirt

The Frankie Shop

Alsen Knitted Sheer Wrap Skirt

This has a slightly sheer finish that makes it idea for high-summer styling.

Leather-Trimmed Cotton-Canvas Sneakers

Toteme

Leather-Trimmed Cotton-Canvas Sneakers

While I love these in the white, they also come in a sleek shade of black.

Flora Skirt Taffeta Yellow

Rejina Pyo

Flora Skirt Taffeta Yellow

Add some swish to your step.

Medalist Low Metallic Leather Sneakers

Autry

Medalist Low Metallic Leather Sneakers

The gum-sole design ensures a comfortable stride.

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