I’ve been trying to find a pair of “one and performed” sneakers. Sneakers that meet ALL the wants…a pair that works for lengthy train walks on the path, intense reggaeton dance lessons within the studio, a little bit of fitness center time for bodily remedy, and dashing across the metropolis on super-hard sidewalks. 

BUT…I would like this one-and-done sneaker to not scream athletic shoe. I really like the look of bold-colored trainers that plenty of you guys rock with EVERYTHING, however that’s positively not my private fashion. Even for exercising, I lean towards all of the non-sporty appears.

Which, by the way in which, jogs my memory of an vital word…I’m NOT a runner. Until I’m dancing, I’m extra of a reasonable, “don’t wish to get TOO out of breath, don’t wish to sweat TOO, TOO a lot” exerciser. So in case you’re on the lookout for a technical working evaluation of HOKA sneakers or perhaps a hardcore exerciser’s evaluation, you’re within the improper place, and that is NOT your video evaluation.

In case you’re excited by how HOKA footwear look with varied outfits, some speak about how cushiony they’re, and in the event that they’re cute sufficient to switch my present go-to sneaks for reasonable train and on a regular basis informal put on…then this IS your video evaluation. 

So…again to enterprise. Are there athletic sneakers (that don’t look like athletic sneakers) on the market that meet each my exercise wants and magnificence needs? Comfy and supportive athletic sneakers which have an on-trend, trendy look, so it might probably double for informal, on a regular basis sneakers as effectively? 

It’s a daring ask, I do know. Let’s take a look at my present favourite sneakers first.

Present Go-To Sneaks: Brooks, On Cloudswift & Madewell Sneakers

At present, I largely put on Brooks Adrenalines for train walks, On Cloudswifts for dance lessons and fitness center/physical-therapy outings, and Madewell Kickoff Trainers out and about with “actual” garments. Warning: My toes LOVE Madewell Kickoff Trainers for an on a regular basis, “in town, working errands” pair of sneaks, however they’re heavy…positively not good for any kind of train or exercises.

On Clouds | joggers (M) | tank (S)

L: Brooks Adrenalines | leggings (6) | sports activities bra (M) | sweatshirt wrap (S)
R: Madewell Trainers | denims (29) | sweater (S) | sweater-blazer (XS)

Three totally different pairs of sneakers by my entrance door is just too many, although, while you consider that my black boots, tan boots, cozy home footwear, and cold-weather boots are all residing there as effectively.

Are HOKA Sneakers The One-&-Achieved Sneakers I’ve Been Trying For?

Is HOKA my new magic sneaker model? Everybody loves HOKA’s excessive consolation, so I knew these footwear would possible be nice for my train and exercise wants. I hoped they might additionally assist make my exercise-clothing combos really feel a bit extra present and fashionable. AND I believed they may have simply sufficient of that on-trend, daring, chunky vibe to work seamlessly with my jeans-and-sweater uniform as effectively. 

So, are HOKA sneakers snug and supportive sufficient — along with being cute and classy sufficient — to switch my Brooks, Adrenalines AND Madewells? On this video evaluation, I check out the HOKA Clifton, the HOKA Stinson and the HOKA Kawana types to see if I’ll be changing my three-sneaker system with only one pair of those HOKA sneakers — and if any of them make the minimize for my new one-and-done good sneakers. Hold scrolling for side-by-side comparability images.

1. HOKA Clifton Vs. On Cloudswift

HOKA Cliftons are positively very cozy, light-weight, and have an analogous really feel to my On Cloud sneakers with a cushiony, however not overly comfortable, footbed. The look of the Cliftons is bulkier/chunkier than my On Clouds, and within the black, they really feel a little bit too heavy in look for my private fashion. I feel I would really like the white/cream higher. Extra particulars within the video on the match and really feel of the HOKA Cliftons.

Hoka Clifton | On Clouds | joggers (M) | tank (S)

2. HOKA Stinsons Vs. Madewell Kickoff Trainers

The HOKA Stinson sneakers are SO enjoyable to put on! SUPER-cushiony and bouncy, with loads of assist for my choosy toes. I just like the look and feel of them, however I don’t assume they fairly minimize it as a substitute for my Madewell Kickoff Trainers that I put on with denims. I might positively contemplate these, although, for my train strolling footwear once I want a substitute for my Brooks. Extra particulars on the match and really feel within the video.

Hoka Stinsons | Madewell Kickoff Trainers | denims (29) | sweater (S) | sweater-blazer (XS) | bag | related bag

3. Hoka Kawana Vs. Brooks Adrenalines

The HOKA Kawanas (extra sizes right here and right here) really feel nice on. The joyful medium between the Cliftons and the Stinsons. Extra cushion than the Cliftons, are light-weight, and have a pleasant safe construction that my toes respect. An analogous really feel to my Brooks Adrenaline sneakers that I put on for lengthy train walks. Type-wise…extra versatile and stylish than my sporty-looking Brooks, however nonetheless not precisely what I used to be on the lookout for in a one-and-done sneak. Extra particulars within the video.

Hoka Kawanas (extra sizes right here & right here) | Brooks Adrenalines | leggings (6) | longline sports activities bra (M) | sweatshirt wrap (S)

Again to prime

Any strategies on what different manufacturers would possibly meet my necessities for one-and-done sneakers? A supportive, cushiony athletic sneaker that by some means doesn’t take a look at all athletic or sporty?

I’m leaning towards attempting the On Cloudswift footwear in white. I additionally love the look of those Nike Air Max 97s in cream, however the ladies’s match doesn’t have the cream coloration. Or…I’m going again to my trusty New Stability 574s, which I wore for years and years and acquired uninterested in — however possibly it’s time to revisit.

Let me know what you guys assume…you understand I all the time love listening to from you.

-Linzi