These Are the Sneaker Trends for 2024

Let’s reflect on the wild ride of sneaker fandom these last few years. At one point, it felt like no other shoes existed. And now that we’re stepping into a new year, we’ve turned to the experts about 2024’s biggest sneaker trends to watch out for. It’s bound to be exciting, given the sheer amount of eye-catching new sneakers that dropped in 2023.

But that wasn’t always the case. At one point, sneakers were the afterthought of our fashion wardrobes. Maybe you wore them to the gym or to run errands, but they were often clunky and didn’t always enhance personal style. They were—in short, commuter shoes—a swap for the stylish office-ready options you would actually want to wear. But the script has been flipped as sneakers have become an approved part of our footwear rotation—even more so when work-from-home life made us all turn towards comfort. Jamie Lee, a Shoe Buyer at Moda Operandi, says, “[sneakers] are now the fashion industry’s focus and have their own arena, with hyped launches and exponential resale values.” White sneakers became as fundamental to one’s wardrobe as a white T-shirt.

Sneakers are also driving sales for brands across the price spectrum, and designers have taken note. The sneaker world has maintained its trend cycle, ranging from the chunky sneakers of the early 2010s to the low-profile picks that dominated 2023. “The key players in this category are becoming increasingly creative in launches and collaborations—take the latest Adidas x Wales Bonner collab. It’s quite interesting to see something so practical be considered and treated as luxury in men’s and women’s fashion,” says Lee.

So, where does that leave us for the year ahead? Lee says many of last year’s sneakers will still be popular in 2024. Neutral colors and slender silhouettes are still trending, so don’t give up on your Adidas Sambas just yet. Ahead, Lee breaks down a few more key trends to keep in mind as you expand your shoe collection.

Neutral Ground

“Neutral colors are still going strong, thanks to the “Quiet Luxury” trend, but we are also starting to see pops of colors and feminine details, like the glitter runners from Ghoud Venice or the woven detail from Chloé,” says Lee. Look for sneakers that mix tones of white with other neutral colorways like tan or cream for a subtle color shift.

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Rush Starlight Mesh & Glitter Sneakers

GHŌUD VENICE Rush Starlight Mesh & Glitter Sneakers

Telma Leather Sneakers

Chloé Telma Leather Sneakers

Harper Sneaker

Sam Edelman Harper Sneaker

Dice Lo Sneaker

Axel Arigato Dice Lo Sneaker

Stay Close

Sneakers that fit like a second skin are still all the rage in 2024. “We’ve been seeing sleek, minimal silhouettes trending, like The Row Owen Sneakers and Golden Goose’s newest Soul-Star styles,” says Lee. Look for options with low profile and minimal branding to master the vibe.

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Soul-Star Leather Sneakers

Golden Goose Soul-Star Leather Sneakers

Owen Runner Sneakers

Owen Runner Sneakers

Adidas

Adidas Samba OG Shoes

Rothy

Rothy’s The Lace Up Sneaker

Level Up

While this might sound counterintuitive, platform sneakers are also emerging in 2024. From the relaunch of PUMA’s iconic Creeper sneaker (made in collaboration with Rihanna!) to Suki Waterhouse’s chunky sneakers, a little lift is “in” for the new year.

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FENTY PUMA Creeper

FENTY x PUMA Creeper Phatty Women’s Sneakers

Stuart Weitzman

Stuart Weitzman Leather Trainer Sneakers

Vans

Vans Sk8-Hi Tapered Stackform Platform Sneaker

Veja Ve

Veja Venturi Sneaker

In Sport Mode

Forget the Spice Girls reunion—you can channel sporty spice all on your own this year. “Bottega Veneta launched Orbit sneakers recently, and it’s only a matter of time for it to be the next hyped designer sneaker,” said Lee. The sneakers in question? They’re brightly colored, metallic, and very futuristic.

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Orbit Tech-Mesh Sneakers

Bottega Veneta Orbit Tech-Mesh Sneakers

Fendi First 1 Low-Top Sneakers

Fendi First 1 Low-Top Sneakers

Fendi First 1 Low-Top Sneakers

Nike V2K Running Shoe

SNEAKERS CLOUDMONSTER

ON Cloudmonster Sneaker

Blocked Out

Browsing through the “new arrivals” pages on my favorite website has shown that sneakers are leaning toward chunky blocks of color. While black sneakers—the LBDs of the sneaker industry—are popular as a year-round favorite, you can make more of a statement with sneakers that feature more than one color.

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Autry Medalist Low Leather Sneakers

Autry Medalist Low Leather Sneakers

Sam Edelman

Sam Edelman Blaine Platform Sneaker

Nike

Nike Air Max 90 Sneaker

Tory Burch Clover Court Sneaker

Tory Burch Clover Court Sneaker

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