Why Wearing Sneakers With A Suit Is Underrated
About this video
Centeno challenges the traditional pairing of dress shoes with suits by exploring when and how to wear sneakers with a suit instead. He establishes foundational rules for this combination, discusses styling considerations like shoe height and color, suit selection, and emphasizes that executing the overall outfit with precision and confidence is essential to pulling off this modern look.
Key takeaways
- Centeno argues that footwear choices with suits have evolved over time and sneakers can work in appropriate contexts like prom, parties, or casual events—but should be avoided in conservative professional settings like formal interviews
- Centeno recommends prioritizing cleanliness, true colors, and leather over canvas sneakers, along with fresh laces, to maintain a polished appearance when pairing sneakers with suits
- Centeno emphasizes that success with this look depends on getting all other outfit details right—fit, accessories, grooming—so the overall presentation demonstrates intentional style rather than negligence
Episode details: published May 12, 2022 · 122K views · 12:00 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. The style advice summarized here is Antonio Centeno’s own teaching and opinion, presented for education; product recommendations are his, not ours. Summaries are written by Self Growth Videos from each video itself.
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