Here Are the Best and Brightest New Sneakers for Spring
Though we all might be dreaming of sandals, the harsh reality is that we’re not quite there yet. Thankfully, there are a plethora of options for the days when even a kitten heel feels like an insurmountable challenge. Cue spring’s most colorful sneakers, in a range of styles from the tried and true “Dad sneaker” to the classic silhouettes essential to a laid-back Saturday. While one can, of course, pair these bold kicks with jeans, they are also a great way to dress down a floral dress or tone-on-tone suit. Check out the latest collaborations too. Gigi Hadid has teamed up with Reebok again, and this time around she’s designed her own update to a 1993 classic. Over at Superga, its classic styles have been given a playful update by of-the-moment Italian knitwear label Alanui. Another Italian brand, Premiata, is bringing its signature “stamped” sneakers to a wider audience through Net-A-Porter, where you can also score an exclusive colorway of Brandblack’s new styles. Being comfy never looked so good.
1Balenciaga
For those over the dad shoes and the Triple S, Balenciaga has launched a slimmer sneaker that still offers up that cool caché. Fittingly called the track shoe, it comes in a selection of hyper-bright hues.
Buy now: Balenciaga sneaker, $895, bergdorfgoodman.com.
2Adidas Originals
The Adidas Originals Falcon comes in sure-to-please colors for spring, including this pink, red, and dove gray combination.
Buy now: Adidas Originals sneakers, $100, netaporter.com.
3Brandblack
Designed with hiking boots and other technical soles in mind, Brandblack sneakers manage to fuse fashion with function, and now in a millennial pink color combo, thanks to an exclusive with Net-A-Porter.
Buy now: Brandblack Saga sneakers, in pink and burgundy, $260, netaporter.com.
4Reebok Classics x Gigi Hadid
It looks like the supermodel knows what she is doing when it comes to sneakers. The newly released Reeboks, an update on a chunky 1993 staple, now come in a sunny colorway.
Buy now: Reebok Classics Aztrek Double x Gigi Hadid, $110, reebok.com.
5Adidas by Raf Simons
Spray paint on shoes never looked so cool. These Adidas by Raf Simons sneakers will be fun to wear all summer long.
Buy now: Adidas by Raf Simons sneakers, $416, farfetch.com.
6Isabel Marant
Isabel Marant has had a number of it shoes over the years (need we remind you of the infamous Beckett wedge sneaker?), but these Kindsay trainers could easily become a sleeper hit. We love the style in black and red.
Buy now: Isabel Marant trainers, $590, shopbop.com.
7Premiata
The Italian shoe label Premiata has packed a punch of color in its new sneakers for women. Pair with jeans for a casual weekday look.
Buy now: Premiata sneakers, $353, farfetch.com
8Sandro
Sandro’s abstract flame sneakers are great for the girl who already has quite the stash of kicks. With six different colorways this season, you could collect them all.
Buy now: Sandro sneakers, $245, sandro-paris.com.
9New Balance
Fuchsia and turquoise paired together might remind you of your early ’90s youth, and that’s not a bad thing.
Buy now: New Balance sneakers, $120, farfetch.com.
10Unravel Project
The bold red and pink combo on this chunky sneaker, from Unravel Project, is undoubtedly what makes the shoe so fun to look at. We also love the double tongue. Pair with a floral dress for an easy Saturday afternoon.
Buy now: Unravel Project, $710, netaporter.com.
11Veja
Veja notably sources its rubber in an ethical manner from the Amazon forest, and counts Meghan Markle as a fan. This textured pair is sure to give your wardrobe a colorful boost.
Buy now: Veja sneakers, $150, netaporter.com.
12Alanui
The Italian knitwear label Alanui has collaborated with Superga, just in time for your long walks on the beach. While some styles feature puka shells, this paisley pair is perfect for weekends.
Buy now: Alanui shoes, $156, farfetch.com.
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