Ugly Sneakers Are 2019’s Weirdest Style Trend So Far

One minute mom jeans are being mocked on SNL, the next, the high-waisted denim is the latest must-have. And what goes well with mom jeans? Dad sneakers (duh!).

ICYMI, 2018 saw the comeback of the ugly sneaker, which means 2019 will be the year they take over every corner of your Instagram feed. Designers like Gucci and Steve Madden have embraced the clunky trainer trend, and tbh, I'm here for it. Ugly sneakers are comfortable and height boosting-talk about a win-win.

Plus, there are flashier versions for fashion risk-takers and more subtle styles for those who just want to dip their toe into the ugly-sneaker pool (figuratively speaking). Regardless of your preferences, the shoes you once snickered at your ol’ man for wearing aren’t going anywhere anytime soon. Here are the 15 best ugly sneakers of the season.