Statement footwear looks best when the rest of the outfit gives it room. These formulas work with our X9X sneakers and X9X moon boots — and with most of what is already in your wardrobe.
Chunky sneakers: get the proportions right
Chunky soles add visual weight at the bottom of an outfit, so balance them:
- Trousers that finish at the ankle. Tapered or cropped trousers, or a small turn-up, let the shoe show. Fabric bunching over a chunky sole hides it.
- Or go relaxed on purpose. Straight or wide-leg trousers and cargos match the volume of a chunky sole for a streetwear look.
- Avoid skinny-tight ankles with very bulky shoes — the contrast can look top-heavy.
Outfit ideas
- Weekend streetwear: cargo joggers, an oversized hoodie and AETHON 'Labyrinth' in Carbon Black or Sahara Brown.
- Smart-casual: slim chinos, a plain knit or oxford shirt and a clean colourway such as AETHON V2 in Ghost White.
- Denim done right: straight or tapered jeans with a short break, a white tee and a jacket in a colour picked from the shoe.
- All black: black trousers, black tee or hoodie and a black chunky pair — simple and sharp.
Bright and statement colourways
With a loud pair like FURY 'Lord' V2 in Electric Blue or Atomic Orange, keep the clothes neutral (black, white, grey, navy) and repeat the shoe colour once at most — a cap, a T-shirt graphic or a bag strap.
Foam sneakers: for warm days
One-piece foam sneakers such as 'Gladiator Glide' are made for summer. Pair them with chino shorts or denim shorts and a linen T-shirt. Wear them barefoot or with short white socks.
Moon boots: winter outfits
- Trousers over or tucked in. Slim or tapered trousers can be tucked into the boot for a clean line; straight trousers can sit over the top of the shaft.
- Match the volume up top. A puffer jacket balances the boot's shape — try 'Solstice Rise' in Graphite Grey/Neon Orange with a black puffer.
- Keep the base simple. Joggers, a hoodie and a neutral jacket let colourways like 'Solstice Rise' or 'Lunar Edge' stand out.
- Earth tones: 'Aurora Stride' in Desert Tan goes well with olive, brown and cream.
Keep them looking new
Clean soles make any outfit look sharper. See what X9X sneakers are made of and how to clean them.
FAQs
What trousers go with chunky sneakers?
Tapered or cropped trousers that finish at the ankle show off the sole; straight or wide-leg trousers and cargos give a relaxed streetwear look. Avoid fabric bunching over the shoe.
Can you wear chunky sneakers with smart clothes?
Yes — choose a clean colourway such as white or black and pair it with slim chinos and a knit or oxford shirt.
Should trousers go inside or over moon boots?
Both work: tuck slim trousers in for a clean line, or let straight trousers sit over the shaft.
What jacket goes with moon boots?
A puffer jacket balances the volume of moon boots; keep the rest of the outfit simple so the boots stand out.