Men's Sneakers & Trainers

For a lot of daily walking, choose a pair with a cushioned insole and a supportive, slightly thicker sole rather than a flat, minimal fashion sneaker, and a secure lace-up fit that holds the foot over distance. That reduces tiredness and rubbing. A well-cushioned lace-up is the comfortable choice for long days.

White sneakers look fresh and smart-casual but show every scuff and need regular wiping, while black, grey or off-white hide marks and dust far better and need less upkeep. If you can't clean them often or wear them in dusty conditions, darker sneakers stay looking good with less effort.

Fit varies by style, so check the size guide and any fit note. As a rule, leave about a thumb's width at the toe and expect a snug heel with no slip once laced; if you wear thicker socks or are between sizes, go up half a size. Measuring your foot and comparing beats assuming your usual size.

Some sneakers are made mainly for style and everyday comfort rather than intense exercise, so check the details for cushioning and support if you plan to run or train hard. For light activity most are fine; for regular running or gym, choose a proper supportive training pair. Don't assume a fashion sneaker will handle serious sport.

Lace-ups let you adjust the fit for support and are better for walking and activity; slip-ons are quick and convenient for casual everyday wear. Choose lace-ups if you want a secure fit for lots of walking, slip-ons for easy on-and-off. Many men keep both for different days.

A pair with a cushioned insole and a supportive sole is far more comfortable for standing all day than a flat, hard-soled sneaker, and a snug lace-up fit stops your foot sliding and rubbing. For a standing job, prioritise cushioning and support over looks. A padded insole makes the biggest difference to all-day comfort.

Look for a rounder, roomier toe box rather than a narrow, pointed style, and check any width note in the details. Lace-ups let you ease the fit across the top of the foot better than slip-ons. If a style is known to run narrow, size up half a size or choose a different, roomier shape.

PEP accepts returns and exchanges in line with its current returns policy, so you can take sneakers back if the fit isn't right — check the latest policy and time frame in-store or online before buying, and try them indoors on a clean floor to keep them unworn where required. Keep your till slip or proof of purchase.

For a lot of daily walking, choose a pair with a cushioned insole and a supportive, slightly thicker sole rather than a flat, minimal fashion sneaker, and a secure lace-up fit that holds the foot over distance. That reduces tiredness and rubbing. A well-cushioned lace-up is the comfortable choice for long days.

White sneakers look fresh and smart-casual but show every scuff and need regular wiping, while black, grey or off-white hide marks and dust far better and need less upkeep. If you can't clean them often or wear them in dusty conditions, darker sneakers stay looking good with less effort.

Fit varies by style, so check the size guide and any fit note. As a rule, leave about a thumb's width at the toe and expect a snug heel with no slip once laced; if you wear thicker socks or are between sizes, go up half a size. Measuring your foot and comparing beats assuming your usual size.

Some sneakers are made mainly for style and everyday comfort rather than intense exercise, so check the details for cushioning and support if you plan to run or train hard. For light activity most are fine; for regular running or gym, choose a proper supportive training pair. Don't assume a fashion sneaker will handle serious sport.

Lace-ups let you adjust the fit for support and are better for walking and activity; slip-ons are quick and convenient for casual everyday wear. Choose lace-ups if you want a secure fit for lots of walking, slip-ons for easy on-and-off. Many men keep both for different days.

A pair with a cushioned insole and a supportive sole is far more comfortable for standing all day than a flat, hard-soled sneaker, and a snug lace-up fit stops your foot sliding and rubbing. For a standing job, prioritise cushioning and support over looks. A padded insole makes the biggest difference to all-day comfort.

Look for a rounder, roomier toe box rather than a narrow, pointed style, and check any width note in the details. Lace-ups let you ease the fit across the top of the foot better than slip-ons. If a style is known to run narrow, size up half a size or choose a different, roomier shape.

PEP accepts returns and exchanges in line with its current returns policy, so you can take sneakers back if the fit isn't right — check the latest policy and time frame in-store or online before buying, and try them indoors on a clean floor to keep them unworn where required. Keep your till slip or proof of purchase.