Although sneakers are an evergreen footwear choice that can be worn year round, there is something about the return of warm weather that has us itching for a fresh pair (or two). As outdoor activities take over our social calendars and we start spending more time out and about, sneakers are the easiest shoe option for long days on your feet, whether you’re aiming to hit those 10K steps or not.
Not only are sneakers generally affordable, they are often the easiest focal point to pulling together a look—with street style-approved flair. To get your shopping list started, we took a little inspiration from some of our favorite celebrities, who could themselves be described as true sneakerheads, often incorporating the latest and greatest into their everyday looks.
Vogue’s List of Celebrity-Approved Sneakers:
Whether it’s a retro revival unearthed from the archive, like the Adidas Samba, regularly sported by Emily Ratajkowski, or Kendall Jenner’s obsession with Converse’s classic, Chuck Taylor high tops, you can’t go wrong with an original sneaker that has withstood the test of time. However, designer collaborations have seen a rise in recent seasons—and usually sell through within minutes—like the newly released Nike x Bode kicks, recently seen on Katie Holmes on the streets of New York, or Gigi Hadid’s bold pair from Wales Bonner x Adidas. And whether you can or can’t snag that latest drop, we have plenty of shoppable options that you will be able to score. Keep reading below to discover our top 13 best celebrity-approved sneakers that are sure to freshen up your closet with an added dose of cool-factor.
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