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This year, no fashion item has made headlines quite like sneakers. The sneaker trends that have defined the first half of 2025—and those forecasted for the next few months—run the gamut. From minimalist-friendly mainstays, to bold and bright maximalist takes that celebrities can’t get enough of, we’ve rounded up the freshest options to choose from, whether or not you’re a bonafide sneakerhead.
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Of course, there have been a plethora of cult styles that, like Sambas, have been worn by what feels like every celebrity and It girl (perhaps a mix of the frequency illusion, and just shared good taste). In no particular order: the Nike Cortez, Puma Speedcat, and the Adidas Taekwondo and Tokyo have all been increasingly popular this year—and we are still backing these styles through the fall season.
However, recent developments include fresh twists on classic, white lace-ups—such as the comeback of canvas kicks, worn recently by Natalie Portman—and Prada’s distressed pair, featured on the fall/winter 2025 runway. Skater shoes are seeing a resurgence, in part due to the power mashup of Vans alongside Valentino’s opulent collection for fall. Bold red sneakers and gum-soled shoes are also hot on our radar, with boxing-inspired high-tops being the surprise hit—a serious fashion talking point, thanks to their major moment on the Celine spring/summer 2026 runway. And as the crisp and cool days approach, don’t put away those Gorpcore staples, either–they’ll be your go-to for rainy, muddy days.
Ahead, the 10 sneaker trends to note for the rest of 2025, plus our favorite pairs to shop.
The Gum-Soled
Sneakers with natural rubber soles (know for their grip and durability) are seeing a rise. Gabriela Hearst featured a riff on the classic in her fall/winter 2025 runway collection, while The Row has been incorporating it in their sneaker lineup for a few seasons now—their canvas lace-ups are our latest obsession. Of course, signature standbys from Nike and Adidas are always in fashion—you can’t miss with the Killshot 2 or a Samba in fresh color combinations.
Classic Whites, Remastered
Although white sneakers are not necessarily groundbreaking, this season we are delighting in the fact that they’re seeing a new resurgence. Whether it be a classic, canvas lace-up—Natalie Portman recently wore Keds on the streets of NYC—or Prada’s reinterpretation of the leather standby, complete with cool distressing, these simple white sneakers are not to be missed. Plus, they make for the perfect transitional shoe to wear straight into fall.
Boxing High-Tops
This micro trend is moving to the major leagues for fall 2025. New takes on the high-top have a boxing-inspired look that feels completely fresh, and after we saw a plethora of them walking the runway of Michael Rider’s debut Celine spring/summer 2026 show, we were sold. Take styling notes from both Celine and Polo Ralph Lauren, and try pairing with all of fall’s voluminous trousers and balloon pants for a fashion-forward spin.
The Bright Red
Red sneakers continue to dominate the street style scene, with frequent appearances on celebrities, such as Gigi Hadid, Emily Ratajkowski, Olivia Rodrigo, and Hailey Bieber, in their everyday outings. Keeping in line with the recurring, retro-inspired shapes across the runway, choose from low-profile runners pulled straight from the archive of Nike, Puma, and Adidas, or a luxe take, like the editor-approved, Dries Van Noten suede standby in vibrant cherry red, for maximum impact.
The Bold and the Beautiful
Step aside, minimalism. This year, the sneaker-sphere is all about color—where more is more. Miu Miu’s colorblocked, gymnasium sneaker returns for fall/winter 2025 with colorblocked pops of snakeskin, after much success in the spring, when they walked the brand’s runway in pop-forward shades. Rainbow-coded iterations of classic sneaker shapes from the likes of Nike and Adidas also continue to roll out, making the idea of injecting something bold into your usual mix a seamless move—just ask Bella and Gigi Hadid or Sophie Richie Grainge, who have been forerunners for the movement.
Sumptuous Suede
As fashion brands continue to divert to retro-inspired shapes, and sneaker houses keep plucking straight from the archive, we have seen a revival in suede fabrications, more so than plain leather. From Stella McCartney’s faux-suede kicks on the fall/winter 2025 runway, to Rihanna’s favorite Pumas, (the Speedcat is also a must-have for sneakerheads like Dua Lipa and Emily Ratajkowski), suede is definitely on point. We recommend working around a muted, ‘70s-inspired color palette for the fall, such as chocolate brown, butter yellow, or a dusty white.
The Sneakerina
No one was prepared for sneakerina fever, the sleeper hit of 2025. The buzz around these hybrid sneakers, characterized by elements of ballet, such as delicate laces or satin fabrications (similar to a pointe shoe), continues to gain momentum. From Bella Hadid and Harry Styles to Chloë Sevigny, celebrities have doubled down on this trend—and given that Simone Rocha featured a new variation of satin low-tops on her fall/winter 2025 runway, plus Proenza Schouler’s take on the idea, the sneakerina surely will remain popular through the end of the year.
The Sporty Sprinter
From Maison Margiela to Marni, sneakers inspired by sporty shapes are having their moment. It’s a natural progression, given all the retro runners that are floating around currently. The main difference is that these have a treaded gum-sole, mimicking the idea of spikes, like those on the sole of their technical counterparts. Margiela’s Sprinter has become a current favorite in the fashion world (recently worn by Jacob Elordi), while Tory Burch’s launch of the Field sneaker solidifies these as the next must-have in the lineup of throwback-inspired kicks.
Skater Shapes
Skater shoes are back. Vans Slip-Ons and Old Skools have seen plenty of traction thanks to celeb endorsements from Zoë Kravitz and Jennifer Lawrence, who sport theirs in their ever-cool, off-duty wardrobes; the major role they played on the Valentino fall/winter 2025 runway proved they are more relevant than ever. Other true skate styles that we expect to see take off include the Busenitz from Adidas and New Balance’s Numeric Brandon Westgate 508, both of which run a little more under the radar.
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Gorphardcore
Gorpcore is no longer a trend—it’s a lifestyle. Enthusiasts pine after performance trainers, including Salomons, Hokas, and Asics—the latter of which has outperformed most running shoe brands, according to Emily Minea, director of merchandising at GOAT, who dubs it “the ultimate nondescript running brand.” On the street, everyone from Hailey Bieber to Bella Hadid has co-signed the look. With the continuous sell-out status of new drop colorways of the XT-6, to Loewe x On’s latest collaboration, the trend is not going anywhere anytime soon.
