Finding cute and comfortable shoes is indeed a balancing act, but that’s what Jennifer Aniston has nailed.
The Friends the actress stepped out in Los Angeles last week in a long black coat, light jeans and accessories. Her knitted shoulder bag and black loafers you’d probably find on a window sill on Rodeo Drive, while her baseball cap and chunky white sneakers kept the look super low-key.
And since we wanted footwear like hers, we searched and found her exact $100 sneakers — she wore the New Balance 372, according to the brand.
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Aniston’s New Balances are a departure from the basic pairs worn by other celebrities of late. Sure, stars like Katie Holmes, Natalie Portman and Emily Blunt are hitting the market with white sneakers, but theirs are a little less chunky and a little more stylish—the chunkier the shoes, the sportier the vibe. And since they’re probably thicker and taller, they’re likely to be plusher and softer on the feet.
Plus, white sneakers are easy to pair with a variety of outfits—basic denim, summer dresses, and colorful blazers (as seen on Kate Middleton). And since the chunky vibe is a little bolder and more unconventional, it’ll stand out in a sea of plain white shoes. We found more similar chunky sneakers — prices start at $39.
Chunky white sneakers inspired by Jennifer Aniston
- Her exact pair: New Balance 327 Shoes in White/Grey/Black, $99.99; dickssportinggoods.com and newbalance.com
- Belos thick lace-up platform sneakers in white, HRK 38.99; amazon.com
- Steve Madden Charlie Platform Sneakers in White, $56.21 (Orig. $74.95); nordstrom.com
- H&M chunky sneakers in white/silver color, HRK 54.99; hm.com
- New Balance Classics 237v1 Sneaker in Nimbus Cloud/White, $79.95; zappos.com
- Palladium Pallashock Low Top Sneakers in Star White, $95; nordstrom.com
- New Balance CT302 Sneakers in White, $90; antropologija.com
- Cole Haan Grand Crosscourt Meadow Sneakers in Optic White, $99.97 (orig. $160); nordstromrack.com
- Veja Venturi Alveomesh sneaker, HRK 149.99 (orig. HRK 185); ruelala.com
- Steve Madden Campo sneaker in white, HRK 89.95; amazon.com, zappos.com and dsw.com
Jennifer Lawrence is inspiring us to try jackets this spring, so we’ve found styles like hers for $30
Sneakers New Balance Classics 237v1
Zappos
Buy at Zappos $80
These New Balance sneakers are apparently the same brand as Aniston’s and share many of the same features as her 327 sneakers. Both feature a big “N” on the side, chunky soles that look like support, suede accents and raised edges for a better fit.
In terms of price, they are very close as the 237 v1 sneaker is only $20 more. They can also be a tad more spring-like thanks to their lighter, dark brown tones.
Steve Madden Campo sneakers
Buy on Amazon $90
These Steve Madden shoes are available at multiple stores, including Amazon, Zappos, and DSW, so there’s a good chance you’ll snag your size. The treads on the bottom are circular like Aniston’s, and they also run along the back of the shoe. The heel is also 1.25 inches, which is just enough to add a bit of height.
White thick sneakers with a lace-up platform
Amazon
Buy on Amazon $39
The Belos Chunky Platform Lace-Up sneakers have a very functional and super clever detail — black rubber soles. (No worries if you accidentally step in the mud!) This, conveniently, matches the black detailing on Aniston’s, but it should also keep your shoes looking fresher for longer because you won’t see your glasses or dirt marks.
“[They’re] great sneakers for nurses,” said one customer. They called the shoes “very very comfortable” and added, “You don’t feel like you’re wearing shoes.” Another customer, who received a pair in silver, remarked that they were “like walking on clouds”.
For some happy feet, head over to Dick’s Sporting Goods to shop just those Aniston sneakers and keep scrolling for more options.
New Balance 327 shoes
Dick’s Sports Equipment
Buy at Dick’s $100
Palladium Pallashock low sneakers
Nordstrom
Buy at Nordstrom $95
Sneakers New Balance CT302
Anthropologie
Buy at Anthropologie $90
Cole Haan Grand Crosscourt Meadow Sneakers, $100 (Save 37%)
Nordstrom rack
Buy at Nordstromrack.com $160 $100
Veja Venturi Alveomesh Sneakers, $150 (Save 18%)
Rue La La
Buy at Ruelala.com $185 $150
Steve Madden Charlie Platform Sneakers, $56 (Save 25%)
Nordstrom
Buy at Nordstrom $75 $56
H&M thick sneakers
H&M
Buy at Hm.com $55
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