Best Shoes to Wear With Tapered Joggers (Men)
Tapered joggers end right at the ankle, which means your shoes are front and center. The right pair makes the whole outfit look sharp. The wrong pair makes it look like you just rolled out of bed. Here is what works.
1. Clean white sneakers
The most versatile choice there is. Plain white low-tops go with every jogger color and make the outfit look fresh and put together. Leather or leather-style sneakers look a little dressier; canvas looks more casual.
2. Black minimalist sneakers
Sleek and low-key. Black sneakers with black or charcoal joggers make a clean, tonal look, and they hide dirt better than white. A great pick for travel and a casual office.
3. Knit running shoes
Lightweight knit runners are comfortable, sporty and look great with tapered joggers. Stick with simple, solid colors for everyday wear rather than loud, chunky designs.
4. Slip-on sneakers
Easy on, easy off, and clean-looking. Great for errands, coffee runs and airport security lines.
5. Flat training shoes for the gym
For lifting, a flat, stable training shoe is the move. A tapered jogger keeps the hem clear of your shoes, so nothing catches during squats, lunges or box work. See the best pants for lifting.
What to avoid
- Bulky, chunky sneakers: they can overpower a slim, tapered leg.
- Dress shoes: formal leather shoes clash with athletic joggers.
- Beat-up gym shoes outside the gym: worn-out shoes make the whole outfit look sloppy.
Quick color guide
- Black joggers: white, black or grey sneakers
- Navy joggers: white or black sneakers
- Olive joggers: white, black or dark grey sneakers
Get the length right
Tapered joggers look best when the hem sits cleanly just above your shoe, not bunched on top of it. See how to size men's joggers.
The KYNOS FlexStride Jogger has a tapered straight leg with no cuff that tracks the calf instead of pooling over the shoe, in navy, black and olive. Pair it with the Performance Tee for a full outfit.
For more style ideas, see how to style tapered joggers, tapered vs. cuffed joggers and office to gym pants.
Browse the full men's joggers collection.