Modeste Knit Sneakers for Everyday, Lace-Up

Modeste is a knitted trainer, which sounds like a small difference from a standard one and is not. A knit upper has give in it from the first wear, so there is no breaking-in period and no rubbing at the heel or the little toe. The full lace-up still lets you tighten the fit properly, and the shape stays low and narrow rather than bulking out.

Three colours, all of them plain on purpose. White is the crispest and the most summery. Beige is the softest and disappears into neutral outfits. Black is the practical one for commuting and wet pavements. These are for walking: errands, travel days, the school run, a city break where you will be on your feet for eight hours. Wear them with jeans, with leggings, or with a midi dress for the contrast.

Sizes run US 4.5 through 9 in half-size steps, and they run true to size. Knit gives across the width but not the length, so foot length is the measurement that matters here. The chart below converts each available size to EU and UK along with the matching foot length. If you are between two sizes, take the larger one.

• Silhouette: low-top trainer
• Upper: knitted, stretches with wear
• Closure: full lace-up
• Toe shape: round
• Colourways: Beige, White, Black
• Sizes: US 4.5, 5.5, 6.5, 7.5, 8.5, 9
• Care: wipe clean with a soft damp cloth and air dry away from direct heat, do not machine wash

Foot length is measured heel to longest toe. Runs true to size, so order your usual size and go up half a size for a roomier fit.