The Top Sneaker Trends to Look Out for in 2025

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Nothing completes a fit like a trendy sneaker. It can add a pop of color or complement your aesthetic, all while being super comfy and stylish. To help you choose the right sneaker for your aesthetic, we've rounded up the best sneaker trends to step up your style in 2025. From soft suede sneakers to shiny metallic sneakers, you'll want to wear these shoes all season long (and will see everyone else wearing them, too). Scroll down to check out our top shoe picks from adidas, Steve Madden, Puma, Free People, and more. These are the kicks that will kick your style into high gear all year long.

Retro Vibe Sneakers

Get that vintage feel and elevate any look with these retro sneakers. They're streamlined with a low profile and make you feel like listening to some vinyl.

adidas Samba OG Shoes

When you're talking about sneaker trends, adidas Sambas always seem to be part of the conversation. These retro sneakers are always back in style.

adidas VL Court 3.0 Women's Shoes

We love Sarah Hyland's style and she is a big fan of these adidas shoes this season. She reports, "I love the adidas 3.0 Court shoes so so much. I used to wear adidas a lot in middle school and high school so I’m loving that they’re coming back in style. I am wearing some right now."

adidas SL72 OG Shoes

The color palette of these popular adidas shoes just makes us think of the 70s and fall foliage. There are 17 colorways to choose from and the style looks great in every decade.

Animal Print Sneakers

We saw animal prints trending in our boot roundup, and now they're back for sneakers. A pop of leopard is the ideal neutral to pair with any fall outfit.

Steve Madden Madrid Leopard

Go wild with these leopard print sneakers. They're a versatile low-top that's the purr-fect mix of style and comfort. Plus, they come in metallic colorways, too (another trend on this list).

Metallic Sneakers

If you want a sneaker with some bling, then you must check out these metallic sneakers. Shiny and shimmery, they elevate any look (or Renaissance tour fit).

Free People Alohas 490 Rife Shimmer Sneakers

We're big fans of the boho chic clothes at Free People, and that goes for their footwear selection, too. These shiny, shimmery sneakers are like wearing disco balls on your feet.

Sam Edelman Womens Ethyl Lace Up Sneaker

With a little bit of height and a lot of shine, these metallic sneakers are a home run. Pair them with jeans and a shacket for apple picking with style.

Slim Silhouette Sneakers

Flat and narrow with a slim sole, these sneakers are partly retro, partly modern. They pair perfectly with your favorite barrel jeans or wide leg pants.

ALDO Swiftlyy

These smooth leather sneakers are effortlessly cool and classic. They come in four neutral colorways and pretty much go with everything.

Onitsuka Tiger Unisex Serrano Slip-On Shoes

Light and breezy, these sneakers give you a vintage vibe with a modern feel. They offer that low profile and cool style, plus 9 available colorways.

PUMA Speedcat OG Women's Sneakers

It's easy to see why these low sneakers are a PUMA bestseller. Comfy and stylish, they originally debuted as a Formula 1 footwear style, but the soft suede and leather has made them fashionable, too.

Hiking Sneakers

Whether you're hitting the trails or not, you'll want to wear stylish hiking sneakers. They come in bold colors, tons of traction and comfort, and give you that gorpcore vibe.

Merrell Speed Solo Hiking Shoes - Women's

Save 50% on these Merrell hiking sneakers. They have a waterproof suede upper, cushy sole, and plenty of traction for a trail or a city street.

Suede Sneakers

When you want mature footwear but still want that comfort, you'll need some suede sneakers. They're soft, sophisticated, and made for coziness.

Quince Italian Suede Everyday Sneaker

Say ciao to the Italian Suede Everyday Sneaker. So elegant and elevated, you really will want to wear them every day...and sip some cappuccino while you do it.

New Balance RC42

Suede-like and the perfect shade of dark green, these New Balance sneakers must be added to your cart. Reviewers rave that they're also very comfortable.

Colorful Sneakers

Bold color can add a much-needed element to an outfit. Check out these sneakers that pop with pigment.

PUMA Palermo

These bestselling sneakers (and a TikTok favorite) feature a low sole and pop of color that pairs perfectly with denim, corduroy, or a maxi dress. Snag them in 7 bright colorways.

adidas GAZELLE W

Adidas is a popular option on this list (and TikTok), and there's good reason for that. Not only are they so easy to style, they also look chic and come in so many bright colorways. Case in point: these bright red Gazelles.

Steve Madden Spectator

Go all out with your color and snag these Steve Madden sneakers that are 63% off. They'll make a statement wherever you go.

Blowfish Malibu Leo Sneaker - Women's

If you're looking for the maximalist equivalent of sneakers, this option would be it. There's color to spare, plus gold and leopard accents.

Off the Beaten Path Sneakers

From cute and demure ballet sneakers to comfy mule sneakers and sneaker Mary Janes, these trends aren't what you'd expect in a shoe. They're bold, they're different, they're the latest trends.

JW PEI Women's Flavia Ballerina Sneakers

These ballerina sneakers will slip into first position in your closet. Snag them before they sell out, in 7 demure colorways. Use code 25LOVE15 to score 15% off for Valentine's Day.

Steve Madden Women's Maddox Lace-Up Mule Sneakers

If a mule had a baby with a sneaker, it would be this stylish option from Steve Madden. It's available in red, white, yellow, and gold, and they're perfect for just slipping on and heading out the door.

Keds Triple Kick Mule Leather Slip On

Use code SUPER at checkout to save 30% on these leather mule sneakers. They're cushiony, comfy, and offer effortless style.

Keds Women's Mary Jane Flat

One reviewer reported that these Mary Jane sneakers are comfortable, even when you have to be on your feet all day. They're available in 8 colorways and sizes from 5 to 11, including half sizes.

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