Some call them crass, but I call them genius. My husband will be part of the latter where he wants to clean every pair I own! Whether you hate them or love them, pre-distressed sneakers have become popular, especially among influencers on Instagram and Youtube. This sneaker trend started twelve years ago when Golden Goose, an Italian luxury footwear brand specializing in destroyed and distressed looking sneakers. They capitalize on sneaker branding that is worn and loved, just like how ripped jeans and holey shirts are popular.
This trend had polarizing receptions. While celebrities and influencers are known to participate in the distressed sneakers trend, it didn’t come out unscathed. Maison Margiela’s MM6 Fusion Sneakers were criticized after being sold for $1,645 for distressed shoes that appear frayed and dirtied.
So why purchase distressed-looking sneakers fresh out of the box? They’re comfortable, practical and add a
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Distressed Sneaker Trend
Buying a pair of Golden Goose sneakers can cause some mint, but there are also alternatives as some brands followed suit in this unsurprisingly popular sneaker trend. If you must have a pair of Golden Goose, it’s your fancy, however, some of the ones listed below are just as fancy and you could buy a few pairs if you’d like for the price of one pair of GGDB.
Fly London Isla Distressed Sneaker
Isabel Marant White Bryce Distressed Metallic-Trimmed Snake-Effect and Smooth Leather Sneakers
Converse Undercover 70s Sneakers
P448 Skate High Top Sneaker 
Distressed Sneakers Outfit Ideas
The distressed aesthetics of these sneakers make your outfit more exciting, and to have more idea on how to style it, check these styling tips. If you feel too dressed up, or not hip enough, a pair of distressed sneakers can be just the right thing to make your outfit just right!
Mini & Midi Dresses
If you think it’s not possible, pairing up your distressed sneakers with your dress is the ultimate winner. You look feminine, cool, fabulous, and the sneakers add a fun element to your look. Wear to brunch, lunch with a beau or out to the club at night.
Skirts
As it looks good with dresses, your distressed sneakers pair up perfectly with skirts, giving you a relaxed
Flowy Blouses
By pairing up your distressed sneakers with a flowy blouse, it’s another take on making the feminine look more edgy and updated.
Jackets
Wear a cute outfit and top it with a chic jacket and distressed sneakers to look more casual but still dressy.
Shorts
Don the casual look with flair by wearing your distressed sneakers with shorts and a tee. This ensemble is casual basic and suitable for an everyday look.
Jeans and Pants
Of course, this list won’t be complete without the sneaker magnet outfit that is jeans. If you’re into skinny,
Any pair of pants can also be a perfect pair with sneakers. I love to match them with a t shirt and flowy pants because it keeps it casual as well as edgy.
Leggings
Running an errand or going on a quick stroll to walk the dogs? Legging and your distressed sneakers can do the casually edgy trick.
Sweaters
For the cold season, you can still keep using your distressed jeans. So easy to pair up with sweaters,
Moral of the story, distressed sneakers are here to stay in a big way. You can wear them with about any outfit you can think, and they take a dressy outfit and make it more casual. They take the edge off an otherwise too risque fit. I own several pairs of distressed sneakers, and you can find some of my favorites in this super popular blog post I wrote about Golden Goose Alternatives.
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