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How to perfect the sneaker/dress combo

Wearing a dress with sneakers gives off an ultra-cool, yet chic style that is great for any casual setting. This trend has taken the fashion world by storm, as seen on bloggers, celebs and stylish women. Channel these celebs and ace this look. By Ayanda Ngcobo

1. Minnie Dlamini shows us how to welcome spring in a floral print wrap dress and metallic sneakers. A wrap dress is flattering for all shapes, making it a must for any closet. The metallic choice of sneaker finishes off the outfit with a statement touch.

 

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St Petersburg you beauty ? #FromRussiaWithLove ♥️

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2. Sporty and feminine make for an edgy ensemble as seen on Amanda Du Pont rocking her sneakers with a body-con dress.

 

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God got you this far, trust that He will see you through the rest of the way?? ? @meshki

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3. Mbali Nkosi is warm-weather fabulous in a colour pop of shoulder dress and printed sneakers. Playful and casual, it ticks all the right boxes for a daytime weekend look.

 

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Mood ? #SpringDay ?: @paroozfashions

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4. Bonnie Mbuli inspires us to wear one dress two ways. This shirt dress can be worn to a more formal occasion with a pair of heels, but looks equally stylish when paired with crisp sneakers.

 

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God’s goodness got me feeling lightheaded ❤️

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5. Waist bag, white sneakers and tartan print mini dress – Bontle Modiselle is bang on trend.

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