Chunky sneakers making waves in maternity fashion Suki Waterhouse leads the trend.

In the world of fashion, paradoxes often reign supreme. While fashion cues might lead back to the era of ballet flats and low-lift loafers, the limelight now shines on platform heels and lofty stompers. Notably, chunky sneakers are making a comeback, endorsed by a slew of A-listers, marking what seems to be their biggest moment yet. The latest endorsement comes from Suki Waterhouse, the English actress and singer-songwriter, currently expecting her first child with Robert Pattinson. In an unexpected move, Waterhouse sported chunky white sneakers by Stuart Weitzman, signaling a shift in maternity style that typically includes mom jeans rather than dad sneakers—a delightful paradox indeed.

Despite her pregnancy, the 31-year-old has been favoring cute and comfortable style choices. During a casual daytime stroll in London, she opted for a black figure-hugging leotard, seemingly fresh from an early morning pilates session. Skillfully concealing her growing belly, she adorned the athleisure piece with an oversized, shearling-lined leather jacket to combat the winter chill. With minimal accessories—a quilted black purse slung over her shoulders, a brown paper shopping bag in hand, and small sunglasses—Waterhouse effortlessly made a statement with her choice of footwear: white and gray leather sneakers from Stuart Weitzman, adorned with the brand’s distinctive “SW” logo and mesh paneling.

Waterhouse, known for her role in “Daisy Jones & The Six,” has already become a source of maternity fashion inspiration despite it being just under a month since her Instagram announcement. Unlike Rihanna and Ciara, she hasn’t prominently showcased her bump. Instead, she prioritizes comfort without compromising her inherent style.Returning to the topic of Waterhouse’s chunky sneakers, it’s apparent that more celebrities are reigniting their affection for these oversized, comfortable yet bold footwear choices. Waterhouse joins the likes of Anne Hathaway and J.Lo., both recently spotted in their cream-colored and crisp white designer sneakers.The resurgence of chunky sneakers seems to be not just a trend but a statement—an amalgamation of comfort and style embraced by the fashion-forward elite, with Waterhouse leading the charge in redefining maternity fashion with her effortless elegance.