THE JUST-DROPPED TRAINERS TO GIFT (AND GET) THIS FESTIVE SEASON

By Ayis Stephen-Diver, 1 December 2025

If we had to put gifting into just three key categories, they would likely be beauty, homeware and trainers. And in our opinion, the latter is the undisputed king of gifts. Think about it – ever seen a wishlist that lacks trainers? Whether you're gifting a certified sneakerhead or someone who just wants something easy for every day, trainers always rank high in the gift department. And these drops deliver across the board. Scroll for statement Speedcats, Sambas and more. P.S. These trainers are too good not to get, so treat yourself too.

#1: PUMA SPEEDCAT

Puma Speedcat trainers in cow print, £100

With the Doelette PUMA Speedcat on the horizon, animal print is all the hype. Leopard and zebra print already have a firm fashion legacy, and cow print is right behind them. This Speedcat iteration comes in a rich chocolate cow print, with a pony hair finish for a touch of texture. Unboxing these would inevitably lead to a cow-print collecting phase – no judgement here.

#2: NEW BALANCE 9060

New Balance 9060 trainers in brown and beige, £160

Neutrals are classic, elevated and they go with everything, so they're a no-brainer when it comes to gifting. These beige New Balance 9060s are among our favourite tonal trainers – the palette opens a whole array of styling options, so you know they'll get worn. A lot. Besides their sartorial status, the chunky ABZORB midsole provides NB’s signature cloudlike, all-day comfort with the help of cutting-edge tech.

#3: ADIDAS ADISTAR CONTROL 5

adidas Originals Control 5 trainers in black and silver, £90

Despite being revived from the adidas archives, the Control 5 trainers have a distinctly futuristic vibe. Just look at them: the classic Y2K runner silhouette, the abundance of metallic accents, and the plush, spongey sole. They’re primed for anyone seeking an all-purpose trainer they can run in or run errands in. Oh, and with 2000s athleisure having a moment right now, we’re calling it: these are on track to be the next viral trainers.

#4: NIKE P-6000

Nike P-6000 Utility trainers in off white and beige, £109.99

Nike P-6000s need no introduction: they’ve been a fixture on trainer wishlists alongside the Shox and Vomeros for ages. But this beige colourway showcases the shoe in a new light. With baby blues and silvers defining the classic Y2K-runner aesthetic, these neutrals ground the silhouette in the now. You can sleep tight knowing these will seamlessly slot into any wardrobe, making them among our most foolproof gifts on the list.

#5: ADIDAS SAMBA OG

Pictures: ASOS

adidas Originals Samba OG trainers, £95

Now, it’s only fair we give low-pros their flowers. And what better gift than the sneaker that ushered in the low-pro renaissance: Sambas. Zooming into this colourway reveals some decadent details: embossed croc-effect 3-stripes, a gilded adidas logo on the tongue and a suede finish – these shoes are guaranteed to elevate any outfit.