Contributors:

• PHOTOGRAPHY: JESSICA LACEY
• STYLING: JOSHUA KOGBODOKU AND BARBORA KASPAROVA

We hate to break it to you, but summer is over. Whilst you might be mourning the last of the heatwave, we’re embracing autumn and getting back to work with a fresh new energy c/o adidas Originals Superstar II.

Yes, the iconic sneaker is back. Featuring the same signature shell toe, rounded silhouette and leather upper you know and love but with a refresh. Expect a padded tongue and a wider fit that stays true to its roots whilst bringing it in 2025.

So, how do you style the Superstar II? And how do you style trainers for autumn in general? How do you make them work for different occasions and how many different ways can you wear them? Well, that’s where we come in…

This is FLANNELS 3-Ways, your styling expert and fashion guide. We’re breaking down three ways to style the most important items in your wardrobe. And this is how to wear the new adidas Originals Superstar II. Whether you’re heading to the office, got a date night planned or are running chores this weekend, this is your guide to styling the trainers of the season, with a little help from Gucci, Maison Margiela and more.

From your 9-5 to your Sunday reset via a big night out, the sneakers of the season work for any occasion….

Autumn signals a fresh start. A back-to-school energy. A return to the hustle. And one final quarter to smash all your targets. So, it’s only right that we’re planning a new rotation of office-ready looks that’ll help land that promotion.

If you’re thinking; trainers, for work? The answer is yes. A 9-5 staple in 2025, the key is to dress them up with more traditional officewear. Add loose-fitting tailored trousers that sit just on top of the sneaker. Up top, go for a half-zip jumper, layer over a crisp shirt and throw on a tie. Leave your zip half-done to show off your tie. You do mean business after all…

The biggest night on the weekly calendar? Saturday date night. Whether you’re heading out for dinner, to the pub or hitting the club, you’ll want a look that feels polished but undone. Smart but like you’re not trying. Enter the underrated jean and jumper combo…

Light-wash, straight-cut jeans that sit effortlessly in between baggy and skinny is the failsafe formula right now. This pair via Gucci come with clever detailing, with the brand’s signature monogram applied to the pockets for those looking closely.

Then, add a lightweight knit with a twist; an interesting v-cut and collar that instantly dress things up. Throw on a smart, varsity-style bomber jacket when the weather cools, for a look that feels put together but not stuffy. The finishing touches? Statement sunglasses and a big bouquet of flowers, of course.

For those calm, cosy days when you’re running errands, comfort is key, and sneakers are – really – the only choice for your feet. But what to dress them with when you want to feel relaxed but like you have your life together?

A smarter option than joggers, loose-fit cargos tap into the moment whilst still feeling comfy enough to loaf around in when you get home. Add a zip-up track top that you can peel on and off – ideal in this tricky in-between weather we’re experiencing right now. And finally, you can’t beat a classic white t-shirt. Y-3 have created a pretty perfect iteration – cut slightly loose with longer sleeves - and for that, we thank them.