A pair of comfy trainers have undeniably become an in-demand item, with Skechers often proving to be the go-to brand.
However, even with a sale on, the footwear firm can come with a high price-tag to match its reputation. If you don’t want to break the bank, then the high street offers a few affordable options that look almost identical.
One pair are M&S’ popular Knitted Slip On Trainers that are priced at just £49.50. With their mesh material and sporty design, they are “very similar” to the iconic brand’s slip-in style trainers that can retail at up to £130, depending on the style you buy.
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Currently “in demand” online, the retailer’s trainers have been designed to be suitable for physical activity such as running, or general everyday wear. Crafted from a knitted upper material, they offer a “breathable” fit that will ensure your feet don’t get too sweaty.
Featuring the easy to wear slip-in style and a flat heel, they are both “supportive” and “comfortable” for all day wear. Meanwhile, M&S’ Insolia Flex Technology keeps your foot in place, while an antibacterial padding keeps the trainers fresher for longer.
The Knitted Slip On Trainers can be bought in sizes three through to eight, with half-sizes also in stock for anyone with wider-set feet. There’s also four colours to choose from – black, black & white, navy and grey.
With a 4.5 rating based on multiple reviews, M&S’ trainers are living up to their hype, as shoppers praise them for their “comfortable” and “light” design that make them suitable for long periods of wear.
A positive review read: “Just what I needed. Slip on, stretchy, supportive, comfortable inner sole. I love black soles- look so much neater than white ones. Great to have half sizes too. Will buy more!! I would definitely recommend these to friends and family. Terrific value compared to similar styles from other brands.”
A similar review read: “Ever so comfortable, good fit, they are very similar to a well know brand but half the cost. Various colours. Really good for the arch of your feet. You don’t know you have them on.”
Someone else added: “These trainers are light and comfortable, I buy them to wear at work as I’m on my feet for hours at a time. This is my second pair – had to get an alternative last year as they had been deleted from the website. Glad they are back!”
While a fourth delighted customer said: “I bought these with the black soles to give a seamless look with black jeans. They are so comfortable, I wore them all day on the first wear, absolutely fine so really pleased!”
Some shoppers have found the shoe to be quite ‘narrow’, with one three-star review reading: “Have had 2 pairs of this style previously so expected the fit to be the same. The opening seems narrower so difficult to slip on and off and the foot bed seems thinner. Have worn a few times and not as comfortable as previous pairs!”
Purchase M&S’ Knitted Slip On Trainers for £39.50 here.
If you do prefer the Skechers brand, then it is worth knowing they have a sale on, with the similar GO WALK Arch Fit Sneakers on offer for £63.99, down from £80. Meanwhile, these HKR Womens Slip on Trainers on Amazon are said to be “better than” the major brand and they cost just £33.98.