Valentine's Day is cute and all, but it’s half let down by all the clichés and predictable gestures. While a bouquet of roses may seem romantic at first glance, let's face it, it's a bit outdated - that’s money that could be well spent towards something that’ll last a lot longer than 7 days. Not to mention that the romance definitely plummets when you have to peel off the petrol station sticker. At the heart of it, it’s a day to celebrate love in all its forms, whether it’s treating your significant other or just remembering to show yourself some love too. So, this year, it's time to break away from tired gifting tropes and show some proper love by giving something that speaks to the recipient's soul. And the thing that we really, really want right now? That’s trainers.
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12 Nike Trainers That She'll Love More Than A Dozen Roses
There are more ways to show you care, you know. Swap teddy bears for the latest Nike trainers for a gift that'll keep on giving long after 14th February.
As we transition from the depths of boot season into the promise of spring, there's no better time to freshen up our wardrobes. And what could be fresher than slipping into a pair of box-fresh kicks? Nike's new season line-up is enough to make any sneakerhead go gooey-eyed, but even those who don’t consider themselves an obsessive will find themselves being wooed over with what’s on offer. One standout is the Y2K Runner, a nostalgic nod to the early 2000s with its sleek silhouette and bold colourways – a sure-fire way to win the heart of Gen-Z, or anyone who loved rocking the throwback look the first time around.
For a more literal way to feel the love, what better time than V-Day to indulge is sickly-sweet shades of pink and a hint of red? Nike’s Air Force One Wild comes in a stunning rose pink hue that's couldn’t be more appropo for the season of love – and it’s exactly the style to jazz up all the jumpers and jeans you’re wearing right now.
So, why settle for a dozen overpriced roses when you can give the gift keeps on giving? Below are 12 Nike trainers that we would genuinely love to receive this season, as a token of affection or just as a treat to take our spring wardrobes to the next level.
Nike Air Force 1 Wild Women's Shoes - Purple
The classic AF-1 gets an adventurous refresh with utility lacing and durable materials offset with a pillowy sole, embroidered accents and the prettiest lilac shade.
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Nike Free Metcon 5 Women's Workout Shoes - Pink
Ok, this is a workout shoe but honestly it would be impossible to leave these on the gym floor. It matches style with substance, with forefoot flexibility and back-end stability that's perfect for an intense cardio sesh and pretty pink finish that simply looks great with a sweatshirt and leggings.
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Nike Gamma Force Shoes - White
The classic Gamma Force court shoe has been hit with cupid's arrow with a flutter of red and pink to put a dreamy spin on these wear-everywhere whites.
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Nike Court Vision Low Women's Shoes - White
The fastbreak style of '80s basketball gets love bombed with a flash of red - obsessed with how much a simple hit of colour can liven up your everyday.
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JA 1 'Bite' Basketball Shoes - Pink
Plush cushioning for comfort, pretty pink for pizazz. These are how you'll fall in love with working out again.
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Nike Air Force 1 Shadow Women's Shoes - White
Everything you might love about the AF-1—but doubled! The Shadow puts a playful twist on a hoops icon with layered leather overlays, an exaggerated midsole and an extra helpful of branding. The mint green colourway is so fresh - perfect for brightening up your wardrobe ahead of spring.
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Nike Air Max SC Women's Shoes - White
With its familiar design lines, heritage athletics aesthetic and visible Max Air cushioning, the Nike Air Max SC is the perfect way to finish off any outfit.
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Nike Motiva Women's Walking Shoes - Pink
The Nike Motiva boasts a uniquely patterned outsole and exaggerated rocker that's made with walking, jogging and running in mind. But in gearing up for comfort, it just so happens to be one of the coolest new silhouettes out there! This is one rose worth keeping around after V-Day is done.
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Nike V2K Run Shoes - Purple
Is your sweetheart a sneakerhead? Treat them to the exciting new release that's got everyone talking: the V2K Run. The futuristic silhouette remasters everything fans love about the Vomero in a look pulled straight from an early '00s running catalogue.
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Nike P-6000 Shoes - White
Sometimes box-fresh whites should stay that way. If you're a purist, save the lovey-dovey colourways for date night and keep your kicks sparkling - the P-600 0 has enough going on anyway thanks to its chunky sole and 00s sportwear detailing.
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Nike V2K Run Unlocked By You
A bouquet of peonies and lilacs that will last even longer than the real thing. These are perfection!
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Women's Air HumaraLight Orewood Brown
Delivering a vintage ACG aesthetic and Nike trail-running DNA, the Air Humara captures the '90s zeitgeist, while a Photon Dust textile-wrapped midsole puts you a step ahead of the rest. It's in no way romantic but damn, it beats a box of chocolates any day of the week.
