Amazon Discounts Skechers Trainers by Nearly Half
As the summer holiday season begins, Amazon has reduced the price of its bestselling Skechers Women's Summits 12985 Trainers by up to 48 per cent, bringing the cost down to as little as £30.66. Originally priced at £59, the discount varies by size and colour, with classic black being the most affordable option. The trainers have earned thousands of five-star reviews for their comfort, described by customers as feeling like slippers.
Features and Design
The trainers feature a bungee-laced front with a slip-on design, making them ideal for busy schedules. They include a lightweight, flexible shock-absorbing midsole for maximum comfort, a rubber traction outsole for grip, and a soft mesh knit upper for breathability—essential for warm-weather excursions, as reported by Chronicle Live.
Nearly all size and colour options on Amazon are discounted, undercutting the Skechers website where they remain at full price (£60). With over 33,000 reviews, the trainers maintain an average rating of 4.6 out of five stars.
Customer Reviews Highlight Comfort
One customer wrote: "The best Skechers I've bought. Super comfy, feel like wearing slippers but with great support and not thin, so you feel all bumps under your feet. Can wear them all day, and my feet do not ache, and I'm not tired after wearing them."
Another shopper agreed: "They feel so light when walking and just mould into the shape of your foot without any restrictive rubbing or binding issues, yet amazingly give so much support and comfort. Definitely my best buy this year."
A third reviewer shared: "I work in retail and on my feet all day. I've recently been told I have plantar fasciitis and have been in so much pain. I purchased these to help me when I'm at work. I'm really picky with trainers - I don't like them to look bulky - but I tried these on, and they're the best for work. Super comfy and snug. Not bulky either."
One buyer labelled them the 'best footwear ever', noting: "Great, just as described and fit well. The only footwear that fit and are comfy from day one. So easy to slide feet into - and the best thing is no laces to come undone. Happy days."
Sizing Concerns Reported
Although 79 per cent of Amazon customers have given the trainers a five-star rating, some shoppers raised sizing issues. One reviewer said: "While these trainers are lovely in colour and a reasonable price, they come up very small compared with other Skechers trainers that I have." Another customer reported: "I'm not quite a size three, so I thought I'd have a little room in these, but they are more like a size 2 and narrow fitting as well."
Alternatives from Other Brands
For those seeking other options, New Balance offers the 530 Unisex Trainers at £110 in three colourways. Nike's most affordable option is the Nike Run Defy Women's Road Running Shoes, currently at £38.49 with a 30 per cent discount.
