20 Chunky Sneakers That Help You Put Your Best Foot Forward

This pair is the very definition of trendy. The most unusual part about this sneaker is the platform-like chunky soles. You won't be able to walk a few blocks without someone complimenting you on them.

You want a sneaker that's somewhere between an everyday white pair and an extra colorful, over-the-top embellished chunky kick. We present to you this gray, white, and pink pair that you can even get away with wearing with a pantsuit set. 

Can't decide between your love for colors or velvet? Don't worry, this chunky sneaker has it all. Go easy with the rest of your outfit to let this shoe shine.

A sneaker that boarders between chunky and not chunky, should you want that in-between. Like Goldilocks once said, this is just right.

For a dad sneaker that actually looks like a dad sneaker (without borrowing your pop's), here's a multicolor pair. The dark plum color balances out the shades of pink and green, giving it a more muted feeling. This sneaker is totally wearable for everyday activities. 

We can't do a round-up on chunky sneakers without including this classic white pair with dotted laces. This neutral shoe is for those who want the tiniest dash of print in their daily outfits.

You do all your shopping on Amazon, including your wardrobe, so here's a pair of chunky sneakers from the retailer. The yellow designs give it an energizing feel, so reach for these when you want an extra pep in your step.

The perfect white chunky sneaker doesn't does exist and it's this one from Puma. The platform wedge kick was inspired by hip hop culture in the 2000s and has a curvy sole shape for a memorable look. 

If you're looking for a chunky sneaker with extra oomph, you'll want this zebra print pony hair pair. It'll kick your gray sweatsuit set up a notch or jazz up that plain top and jeans ensemble.

You don't mind flashiness, especially when it comes to your shoes. Slip into this gleaming gold pair of Longchamp kicks. The laces are fastened using a jewelry-style bamboo closure and gives off neo-futuristic vibes. 

This puffy-soled pair in bold pops of color feel like the sneaks you had as a kid, but obviously much more elevated. 

Yeezy does it again with these cloud-like sneakers that basically beg for a legging or bike short to draw more attention to its proportions.

Chunky doesn't necessarily mean funky. The subtle gold details on this pair read very sophisticated. 

If you're all about meditation apps and mantras, then this sneaker is for you. Aside from the quirky colors and speckled sole, on its side is the phrase "Never look back it's all ahead."

Who needs another white pair of sneakers? A mashup of bold brights is way more exciting take on this chunky-soled trend.

This sneaker speaks to our feminine side, thanks to the soft pink hues that cover the front and sides of the shoe. In an effort to avoid a cheesy pink feel, elements of olive and brown are worked in. Note the etched Fendi logo on the side to announce that yes, this pair of sneakers is indeed luxurious. 

Nike is giving chunky sneakers a cool streetwear remix with these angular sole kicks. The shoes still maintain that wearable streamlined design though, and can be worn with anything from jeans to a skirt.

Golden Goose's beat-up and "dirty" sneaker aesthetic is iconic, but the brand has cleaned it up for its new Running Sole sneakers. The label dropped its own dad sneaker iteration that features leather, suede, and a glittery sole complete with the Golden Goose star logo. These squeaky-clean sneakers will look better with each wear and scuff—just as the brand intended. 

I can 100 percent imagine Erica Sinclair of Stranger Things wearing these '80s-inspired sneakers. The yellow, plum, and teal surprisingly work well together, while the perfectly chunky sole gives it that signature dad sneaker stamp.