We’ve got a soft spot for a pair of cushy, comfortable sneakers, and everything from tennis kicks to the never-ending parade of ‘dad’-inspired sneakers continue to make an impact. While the obsession with luxury sneakers is slowly on the decline, what matters now is a smart pair that can work
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Sneakers compiled by Annabel Dickson.