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Sneakers are probably the most versatile shoes you’ll ever own. The footwear matches just about anything from skirts and dresses to jeans, jackets, and coats. They are also season-less, just avoid the puddles, your Adidas Sambas aren’t exactly built like rain boots.
Whether or not you’re really into streetwear and know all the hot new collabs, you can count on the advice of Drew Haines, director of collectibles and sneakers at StockX, and Matthew Gomes, senior director of retail at Stadium Goods, and of course, the Cut Shop’s very own team for their tried-and-true pairs — we spoke to them about a bunch of different categories.
➼ Our top picks
➼ The best sustainable sneakers
➼ The best classic sneakers
➼ The best trendy sneakers
➼ The best high-performance sneakers
➼ The best fashion sneakers
➼ Our experts
Demand for sustainable sneakers first began to build on StockX in 2020, and interest has remained strong since. Haines says that the Nike Dunk Low Next Nature, which is made with 50 percent recycled materials, and the Adidas Samba Vegan White Gum were among the best-selling sustainable sneakers on StockX last year.
Fact: A pair of Nikes, Chucks, Vans, or New Balances will never go out of style. They’re even cool when they’re all beat up, because that just shows you’ve had them for ages. And the best part about them is that they’ll never break the bank.
Whether they’re remixed classics or a completely new style, these are the styles that feel especially of-the-moment.
The ultrasleek, futuristic-looking sneakers do double duty, combining well-researched performance technology and a street-style aesthetic. They’re breathable, flexible, and just really cool looking, whether or not you’re actually exercising in them.
Last but not least, here are the sneakers for anyone who wants a little luxury on their feet.
