The 2024 Sneaker Trends You’re About to See Everywhere This Fall
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A new season’s take on the best 2024 sneaker trends is finally here to rescue you from your footwear rut. Since you’re already revamping your wardrobe with the cutest fall fashion trends, you might as well refresh your shoe collection at the same time—and this autumn, the newest, most of-the-moment options are especially worth your time.
The overall vibe, as we’ve deduced from a ridiculously busy Fashion Month and countless hours of walking around New York, is athletic, with slim, retro styles—especially Adidas Sambas—reigning supreme among fall shoe trends. Colorwise, there are two camps: neutrals (such as ecru and black) and stunners (e.g., leopard print and rich red).
Ready to bring your sneakers up to speed before everyone else does? These are the 2024 sneaker trends we’ll be wearing this fall and beyond, including high-performance gems and picks that look great with fall dresses and trendy denim. And don’t worry about investing; these picks might be popular now, but they all have staying power.
Glamour’s fall sneaker trends wish listThe Sporty Foldovers: Adidas Samba LT Sneakers, $120The New-School White Sneakers: Veja Volley Sneakers, $135The Candy-Colored Kicks: Steve Madden Dixin Sneakers, $100The Cushy Runners: On Cloudtilt Sneakers, $160The Leopard-Print Beauties: Alohas Tb.490 Rife Sneakers, $220The Super-Versatile Sneakers: Reebok Club C Grounds Sneakers, $901. Sporty suedeOslo Fashion Week, London Fashion Week, Copenhagen Fashion Week
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The street-style set has spoken: We’re in for another season of slim, retro sneakers. In keeping with the rest of the fashion world’s obsession with suede for fall, the soft leather has been showing up in spades on Fashion Month’s most stylish guests—so we suggest picking up a new pair featuring the material ASAP. Adidas Sambas are just as hot as they were last year, and other heritage silhouettes from such brands as Puma, Nike, and New Balance are also enjoying a major moment. No matter which pair you choose, style it with crew socks for the full throwback effect.
Veja Volley Sneakers
Puma Palermo Sneakers
Adidas Country OG Sneakers
New Balance 574 Sneakers
Steve Madden Dixin Sneakers
Nike Killshot 2 Sneakers
2. Leopard printParis Fashion Week, Copenhagen Fashion Week, Copenhagen Fashion Week
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Leopard print is absolutely everywhere right now, from jeans to bags, so of course the wild pattern has also come for our sneakers. These shoes just about the easiest way to hop on the trend; they’re not too bold for pattern skeptics and will instantly elevate any humdrum outfit into something inspired. Pay special attention to the Alohas and Dolce Vita pairs below, since they’re particularly popular among the street-style set and fellow Glamour readers.
Alohas Tb.490 Rife Sneakers
Boden Erin Retro Tennis Shoes
J.Crew Field Sneakers
Dolce Vita Notice Stitch Sneakers
Steve Madden Tux Sneakers
Zara Animal Print Casual Sneakers
3. Cushy runnersMilan Fashion Week, Copenhagen Fashion Week, Copenhagen Fashion Week
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Scandinavian style is a lesson in wrong-shoe theory, and it’s all the rage for 2024. Nordic girls love pairing their chunkiest, most technical workout shoes with unexpected pieces like wide-leg jeans and voluminous skirts—and somehow, it always works. It’s no coincidence that this styling is popping off right now, given that cushy sneaker brands like Hoka, On, and Salomon are having banner years. Next time you have no idea what to wear and want to prioritize comfort, reach for these on-trend kicks, a pair of colorful socks, and a cute dress; you’ll look like a Copenhagen native.
On Cloudmonster Sneakers
On Cloudtilt Sneakers
Hoka Clifton 9 Sneakers
Hoka Bondi 8 Sneakers
Merrell Agility Peak 5 Trail Sneakers
Salomon XT-6 Sneakers
4. Foldover sneakersNew York Fashion Week, Copenhagen Fashion Week, Paris Men’s Fashion Week
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Last spring, as part of its ongoing collaboration with London brand Wales Bonner, Adidas released foldover Sambas that became a runaway success. Several collections featuring the sporty silhouette have already come and gone—you can find the sold-out pairs on resale sites—and their impact is undeniable. If you haven’t been able to get your hands on an official WB pair, Adidas now offers the silhouette as part of its permanent collection, and brands like Alohas and Steve Madden have released their own takes that, thankfully, haven’t sold out yet.
Adidas Samba LT Sneakers
Alohas TB.490 Club Sneakers
Stella McCartney S Wave Sneakers
Steve Madden Madrid Sneakers
5. New neutralsParis haute couture Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week, Copenhagen Fashion Week
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It’s not that stark white sneakers are completely out of the picture this season, but we’re quickly moving toward more lived-in neutrals like ecru, bone, and ivory. Thankfully, you can find virtually every silhouette in off-white right now, from Nike’s popular Cortez sneakers to Reebok’s forever-favorite Club Cs. Like true neutrals, they go with everything—straight-leg jeans, pleated skirts, flowy dresses, trench coats, you name it.
Nike Cortez Vintage Sneakers
New Balance 574 Sneakers
Reebok Club C Grounds Sneakers
Vince Oasis Sneakers
Axel Arigato Clean 90 Cap Sneakers
Veja V-90 Sneakers
