Are you trying to find the hottest sneakers for the spring and summer of 2024? It’s great that you’ve arrived. Although the year 2024 seems far away, we are already experimenting with spring and summer trends for the year. (Whattime is it?)
It is easy to identify the trend that appeals to you while choosing sneakers that complement your style. Regardless of your preference for ultra-flats, platforms, or even springs, neutral hues or vibrant hues, or traditional, minimalist designs, there is definitely something for everyone.
We’ve compiled a list of the 12 popular sneaker styles that you’ll definitely see everywhere this spring-summer 2024, along with influencer and celebrity inspiration, because we know it can be difficult to choose just one. Now, let’s get started.
1. Soccer-inspired sneakers
The Women’s World Cup of last year set the stage for soccer to become a more prominent fashion trend. Mid-calf socks have become a wardrobe mainstay, soccer shirts have been elevated to a premium status, and sneakers that were originally made for the sport are now the most prized possessions in our shoe collection.
The Nike Shox are one of the most well-liked soccer-inspired sneakers, despite not really looking like soccer cleats. Hailey Bieber has been spotted wearing this eye-catching Nike model several times, paired with low-rise jeans and a white crop top. These shoes are obviously going to be quite popular because of the Martine Rose collaboration, but if you’re looking for a more traditional and functional shoe, the standard model is going to be just as sought after.
2. Sambas
Nobody is shocked that the Adidas Samba will rule the sneaker world once more in 2024 because they are without a doubt the 2023 model. Bella Hadid, Kendall Jenner, Hailey Bieber, Kaia Gerber, and Hailey Bieber have all made these sneakers their go-to pair, and now everyone else has done the same.
The Sambas, which were originally intended for indoor soccer and were first offered in the 1950s, are a risk-averse choice that fits in perfectly with the blokecore trend. There are additional colorful alternatives that are even more appropriate for spring and summer, even though people usually choose the more traditional black and white models. Additionally, the partnership with Walles Bonner has elevated certain shoe variants to a whole new level of style.
3. Sneakers with a touch of silver
Our outfits will look more shiny thanks to these footwear. Why not treat our shoes the same way we have been accessorizing with gold and silver since the dawn of time?
While there are many different styles that include the shiny silver trend, wearing “dad shoes” is a surefire method to do so. These reflecting elements now provide a stylish touch, but they once made it simpler to be seen when playing sports outside. While Nike also offers some less obvious options, New Balance and ASICS are unquestionably the brands to watch out for when embracing this approach.
4. 2000s classics
As an introduction to retrocore, let’s go over blokecore first. Regarding footwear, retrocore describes popular styles that draw inspiration from earlier eras and fuse retro and contemporary features together. Here’s where sneakers like the Air Max 95 or the Mexico 66 from Onitsuka Tiger excel.
With an 83% rise in searches over the past year, the Mexico 66 by Onitsuka Tiger has achieved cult status and become a statement piece in pop culture courtesy to Uma Thurman’s famous look in Kill Bill. Sneakerheads are thrilled to see new takes on these decades-old styles now available again.
5. Gorpcore sneakers
We now have another “core” to add to the list of trends we should be aware of: gorpcore, which marries ugly shoes and normcore shoes. It was just a matter of time until this new infatuation with street style extended to footwear, as the current obsessions are around windbreakers, climbing apparel, velcro accessories, puffer jackets, and raincoats.
These might not be the most attractive sneakers in the world at first, but as the “wrong shoe theory” demonstrates, they can significantly improve our looks. If you’re still unsure, ask Emily Ratajkowski. She was spotted wearing the Salomon XT-6, the hottest shoes, while strolling around New York City. (To be honest, Salomons are currently in style!)
6. Collab sneakers
Adidas’s partnerships have proven wildly successful lately. The Wales Bonner Sambas, a FEAR OF GOD partnership with Jerry Lorenzo, the new design director of Adidas Basketball, and several silhouettes featuring superstar Bad Bunny are examples of the sports brand’s brilliant success.
By collaborating with some of the most respected brands in the business, the German behemoth seems to have a penchant for transforming loungewear-style clothing into genuine luxury goods deserving of a waiting list. Sneakerheads, who had to part with their newest obsession when the reissues of Adidas Forum Low and Adidas Campus sold out, are all too happy with this tactic.
7. New school sneakers
If there’s one thing that Generation Z is good at, it’s mixing really nostalgic themes with the newest trends. The younger generation has created a relatively varied style in an attempt to set themselves apart. This means that sneakers from long ago, granny pantyhose, and vintage bomber jackets cohabit with contemporary crop tops, and the effect is fantastic. Look for sneakers like the Adidas Campus or Vans Knu Skool if you want to channel this style.
8. Classics that never die
Some of the beloved episodes of The Crown are returning now that the much expected new season is streaming. Princess Diana is the main character in the new series, so it’s not surprise that some of her most famous appearances are making a comeback in both on-screen and off-screen fashion.
Perhaps the most talked-about royal closet ever, Lady Di’s dressing room featured flawless two-piece suits, oversized sweatshirts, and running sneakers paired with gala dresses. Even though the clothing was the focal point, sneakers were always a priority.
One of the pairs that we observed Lady Di donning was the Reebok Princess, a classic shoe that is expected to make a comeback in 2024. Yes, the British manufacturer could not have picked a better moniker. Other Reebok models have also become must-haves for trend enthusiasts because tenniscore is a growing trend.
9. Colorful XL soles
Rihanna has returned, officially. Right, so not musically (though we hope), but rather with a recent Puma release. A new iteration of the sneakers marked the continuation of the Barbados star’s partnership with the sportswear company, which debuted back in 2015. As Footwear News’ 2016 Shoes of the Year, the sneaker completely changed the market at the moment, and in 2024, they stand a good chance of doing so again.
Now, the Creeper Phatty has bright colors, a more cushioned appearance, and a substantial XL-sized sole.We set out to recreate the original Creeper, which so many people adored, in the Creeper Phatty design. The singer acknowledged that the revival of the iconic silhouette was necessary because it has been missed.
10. Normcore sneakers
Additionally, a new player has entered the normcore scene without the technical aspect of Salomons: ON, a Swiss company that specializes in creating cloud-like-feeling and looking sports footwear exclusively for running. It is evident that the brand’s design has outperformed its usefulness because it collaborated with Loewe, solidifying its position at the forefront of fashion. It certainly helps that celebrities like Zendaya and Emily Ratajkowski have already worn them.
11. Nostalgic sneakers
A few sneakers that influenced pop culture scenes fifty years ago are the Puma Suede, the Adidas Cortez, and the Air Jordan I. Insiders are now lusting after them, dressing down formal ensembles with them because to the relaxed yet iconic vibes. Because of their ageless design and adaptability, Converse’s Chucks are another excellent example of a timeless icon in the footwear industry.
12. “It” model sneakers
The Adidas SL 72 are currently the most popular sneakers, and they are already widely available. This style was first released as a running shoe in 1972 to coincide with the Olympic Games, and it has since been featured on several Instagram profiles belonging to the biggest fashionistas, including Bella Hadid. As is common in this field, the original sporting intent of the style has been transformed to fit into everyone’s closet and provide a carefree element to regular outfits.
