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Image credit: courtesy of LoeweVogue Australia may receive advertising or affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Read more here. Go for a morning run in your Nikes, but walk to brunch in Gucci. That, at least, is the imperative of the designer sneaker, one of the more luxurious ways you can practise athleisure—simultaneously elevated, thanks to the make, colour or cut, and down-to-earth, because of the laidback silhouette. In the modern closet, the designer sneaker has adopted a versatility that has helped garner its popularity. Wearing a floral dress in the summer? Why not slip into a pair of off-white tennis shoes from Veja or Common Projects for that easygoing, Wimbledon feel. Or perhaps you’re looking for a polished, but comfortable shoe to complement your office outfit; in that case, put aside your red bottoms for Loewe kicks. Whatever gap you’re looking to fill in your wardrobe, there’s most certainly a pair of sneakers or a sneaker brand out there that’ll do the job. From dad sneakers by Ganni and Veja, to Alexander McQueen’s cult platforms and Cecilie Bahnsen’s distinctive Mary Janes, we present our pick of the best designer sneakers for women in 2024. Vogue’s top picksBest sustainable designer sneaker: Veja Rio Branco sneakersBest affordable designer sneaker: Axel Arigato Clean 90mm leather sneakersBest white designer sneaker: Gucci ​​Basket faux leather, canvas and mesh sneakersSign up to our newsletterThe best designer sneakers for women in 2024
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Go for a morning run in your Nikes, but walk to brunch in Gucci. That, at least, is the imperative of the designer sneaker, one of the more luxurious ways you can practise athleisure—simultaneously elevated, thanks to the make, colour or cut, and down-to-earth, because of the laidback silhouette. In the modern closet, the designer sneaker has adopted a versatility that has helped garner its popularity. Wearing a floral dress in the summer? Why not slip into a pair of off-white tennis shoes from Veja or Common Projects for that easygoing, Wimbledon feel. Or perhaps you’re looking for a polished, but comfortable shoe to complement your office outfit; in that case, put aside your red bottoms for Loewe kicks. 

Whatever gap you’re looking to fill in your wardrobe, there’s most certainly a pair of sneakers or a sneaker brand out there that’ll do the job. From dad sneakers by Ganni and Veja, to Alexander McQueen’s cult platforms and Cecilie Bahnsen’s distinctive Mary Janes, we present our pick of the best designer sneakers for women in 2024. 

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The best designer sneakers for women in 2024

VejaRio Branco sneakersFrench label Veja’s ethics and dedication to sustainable production has earned them notable fans, including the Duchess of Cambridge and the Duchess of Sussex. Their Rio Branco design, which comes in a variety of colourways, is just one style from their contemporary yet sustainable sneaker range. Like all of Veja’s offerings, the Rio Branco is made from organic cotton and wild rubber, sourced from the Amazon. Material: Rubber, suede and leather | Colour range: Khaki, green | Delivery: $10 express shippingSHOP NOW FOR $265
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Veja

Rio Branco sneakers

French label Veja’s ethics and dedication to sustainable production has earned them notable fans, including the Duchess of Cambridge and the Duchess of Sussex. Their Rio Branco design, which comes in a variety of colourways, is just one style from their contemporary yet sustainable sneaker range. Like all of Veja’s offerings, the Rio Branco is made from organic cotton and wild rubber, sourced from the Amazon. 

Material: Rubber, suede and leather | Colour range: Khaki, green | Delivery: $10 express shipping

SHOP NOW FOR $265

TotêmeSuede-trimmed leather sneakersThe minimalists at Totême enter the ring with this Italian-made low-top sneaker, lined with nappa leather and finished with a raw rubber sole. The off-white shade and slim silhouette means that this is a design that could accessorise any ensemble. Blue jeans, a black tank, a grey sweater over the shoulders and these shoes, and you’ll be ready for whatever the city has to throw at you.Material: Suede-trimmed leather | Colour range: White | Type: Low-top white sneaker | Delivery: $20 express shippingSHOP NOW FOR $860
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Totême

Suede-trimmed leather sneakers

The minimalists at Totême enter the ring with this Italian-made low-top sneaker, lined with nappa leather and finished with a raw rubber sole. The off-white shade and slim silhouette means that this is a design that could accessorise any ensemble. Blue jeans, a black tank, a grey sweater over the shoulders and these shoes, and you’ll be ready for whatever the city has to throw at you.

Material: Suede-trimmed leather | Colour range: White | Type: Low-top white sneaker | Delivery: $20 express shipping

SHOP NOW FOR $860

Alexander McQueenSuede-trimmed leather exaggerated-sole sneakersAlexander McQueen’s platform sneakers have acquired a cult following for a reason. Get yours with a classic black accent, but the shape is also available in a red, beige, and even a holographic snake pattern.Material: Leather and rubber | Colour range: White, red, cream, beige, black, metallic snake-effect | Type: Low-top sneaker | Delivery: $10 express shippingSHOP NOW FOR $830
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Alexander McQueen

Suede-trimmed leather exaggerated-sole sneakers

Alexander McQueen’s platform sneakers have acquired a cult following for a reason. Get yours with a classic black accent, but the shape is also available in a red, beige, and even a holographic snake pattern.

Material: Leather and rubber | Colour range: White, red, cream, beige, black, metallic snake-effect | Type: Low-top sneaker | Delivery: $10 express shipping

SHOP NOW FOR $830

Emma Mulholland on Holidayx Vans sneakersJust in time for the warmer months ahead, Emma Mulholland on Holiday has collaborated with Vans on a collection of ready-to-wear styles and must-have sneakers. The footwear offering, which will feature the Classic Checkerboard Slip-On, the Old Skool and the Decon Slide, will boast the beloved local label’s happy hibiscus, olive and purple check prints. Shop the drop before it sells out.Material: Canvas, rubber | Colour range: Happy hibiscus, olive, purple check | Type: Low-top and high-top sneakers | Delivery: Free shipping over $300SHOP NOW FOR $60
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Emma Mulholland on Holiday

x Vans sneakers

Just in time for the warmer months ahead, Emma Mulholland on Holiday has collaborated with Vans on a collection of ready-to-wear styles and must-have sneakers. The footwear offering, which will feature the Classic Checkerboard Slip-On, the Old Skool and the Decon Slide, will boast the beloved local label’s happy hibiscus, olive and purple check prints. Shop the drop before it sells out.

Material: Canvas, rubber | Colour range: Happy hibiscus, olive, purple check | Type: Low-top and high-top sneakers | Delivery: Free shipping over $300

SHOP NOW FOR $60

Tory BurchSuede sneakersThese khaki, white and yellow suede Tory Burch sneakers give the illusion of running kicks thanks to their sleek silhouette, though we feel they're best paired with on-trend straight-leg jeans or a sweet summer dress. The label’s iconic Double Ts feature on the side—a little monogram never hurt anyone. Material: Suede and rubber | Colour range: Khaki, yellow, white | Type: Low-top sneaker | Delivery: Free over $250SHOP NOW FOR $179
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Tory Burch

Suede sneakers

These khaki, white and yellow suede Tory Burch sneakers give the illusion of running kicks thanks to their sleek silhouette, though we feel they're best paired with on-trend straight-leg jeans or a sweet summer dress. The label’s iconic Double Ts feature on the side—a little monogram never hurt anyone. 

Material: Suede and rubber | Colour range: Khaki, yellow, white | Type: Low-top sneaker | Delivery: Free over $250

SHOP NOW FOR $179

Axel ArigatoClean 90mm leather sneakersAxel Arigato should be your first point-of-call for a quality, affordable designer sneaker; start with this low-key cream pair, with a green tab and dalmation-spot tongue for a touch of personality.Material: Leather and rubber | Colour range: Cream and green | Type: Low-top sneaker | Delivery: Free over $300SHOP NOW FOR $280
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Axel Arigato

Clean 90mm leather sneakers

Axel Arigato should be your first point-of-call for a quality, affordable designer sneaker; start with this low-key cream pair, with a green tab and dalmation-spot tongue for a touch of personality.

Material: Leather and rubber | Colour range: Cream and green | Type: Low-top sneaker | Delivery: Free over $300

SHOP NOW FOR $280

LoeweFlow logo-appliquéd shell, leather and suede sneakersLoewe’s signature swirling Anagram motif is stamped onto the side of these black leather sneakers, whose tapered shape is ’70s-inspired. Practicality and style assume equal shine in the design; the gripped rubber soles along the heel and toe prevent scuffing, while the glossy shell adds extra pzazz. Wear with a loose button-up, boxer shorts and a baseball cap—iced latte in hand, of course.Material: Rubber, leather and suede | Colour range: Black patent, black suede | Type: Low-top sneaker | Delivery: $20 express shippingSHOP NOW FOR $1215
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Loewe

Flow logo-appliquéd shell, leather and suede sneakers

Loewe’s signature swirling Anagram motif is stamped onto the side of these black leather sneakers, whose tapered shape is ’70s-inspired. Practicality and style assume equal shine in the design; the gripped rubber soles along the heel and toe prevent scuffing, while the glossy shell adds extra pzazz. Wear with a loose button-up, boxer shorts and a baseball cap—iced latte in hand, of course.

Material: Rubber, leather and suede | Colour range: Black patent, black suede | Type: Low-top sneaker | Delivery: $20 express shipping

SHOP NOW FOR $1215

GucciBasket rubber-trimmed faux leather, canvas and mesh sneakersGucci is no doubt one of the post popular designer brands providing elevated yet everyday sneakers. This style has a delightful heft to it; you can credit the shape to the ’90s basketball shoes they’ve been inspired by. White all-over except for neon green rubber accents, this is a must have for those with a sportier dress sense—think bike shorts, sweatshirts or pleated tennis skirts. Material: Faux leather, canvas, white mesh | Colour range: White and green | Type: Low-top sneaker | Delivery: Calculated at checkoutSHOP NOW FOR $1169.46
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Gucci

Basket rubber-trimmed faux leather, canvas and mesh sneakers

Gucci is no doubt one of the post popular designer brands providing elevated yet everyday sneakers. This style has a delightful heft to it; you can credit the shape to the ’90s basketball shoes they’ve been inspired by. White all-over except for neon green rubber accents, this is a must have for those with a sportier dress sense—think bike shorts, sweatshirts or pleated tennis skirts. 

Material: Faux leather, canvas, white mesh | Colour range: White and green | Type: Low-top sneaker | Delivery: Calculated at checkout

SHOP NOW FOR $1169.46

Maison MargielaReplica sneakersThis slim, low-top sneaker from Maison Margiela comes in a dark burgundy, great for introducing a subtle pop of colour to an otherwise understated outfit.Material: Suede and buffed leather | Colour range: Dark red | Type: Low-top sneaker | Delivery: Free shipping over $300SHOP NOW FOR $835
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Maison Margiela

Replica sneakers

This slim, low-top sneaker from Maison Margiela comes in a dark burgundy, great for introducing a subtle pop of colour to an otherwise understated outfit.

Material: Suede and buffed leather | Colour range: Dark red | Type: Low-top sneaker | Delivery: Free shipping over $300

SHOP NOW FOR $835

Rick Owens x Conversex Converse Drkstar high-top sneakersConverse high-tops get the high-end treatment with this Rick Owens collaboration, which comes in off-white and striped black soles. Material: Cotton and rubber | Colour range: Cream | Type: High-top sneaker | Delivery: Calculated at checkoutSHOP NOW FOR $310
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Rick Owens x Converse

x Converse Drkstar high-top sneakers

Converse high-tops get the high-end treatment with this Rick Owens collaboration, which comes in off-white and striped black soles. 

Material: Cotton and rubber | Colour range: Cream | Type: High-top sneaker | Delivery: Calculated at checkout

SHOP NOW FOR $310

Golden GooseBall star low-top sneakersThis ’90s-inspired sneaker from Golden Goose features the label’s intentional, slight scuffing detail along the rubber sole, and a blue leather star on the side.Material: Leather | Colour range: White and blue | Type: Low-top sneaker | Delivery: Free shipping over $300SHOP NOW FOR $635
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Golden Goose

Ball star low-top sneakers

This ’90s-inspired sneaker from Golden Goose features the label’s intentional, slight scuffing detail along the rubber sole, and a blue leather star on the side.

Material: Leather | Colour range: White and blue | Type: Low-top sneaker | Delivery: Free shipping over $300

SHOP NOW FOR $635

ChloéNama embroidered suede and recycled mesh sneakersMulti-coloured thread and a chunky sole set this Chloé sneaker apart from the rest—the definition of a statement sneaker.Material: Suede and recycled mesh | Colour range: Burgandy, white, beige, blue, black | Type: Low-top sneaker | Delivery: $10 express shippingSHOP NOW FOR $1290
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Chloé

Nama embroidered suede and recycled mesh sneakers

Multi-coloured thread and a chunky sole set this Chloé sneaker apart from the rest—the definition of a statement sneaker.

Material: Suede and recycled mesh | Colour range: Burgandy, white, beige, blue, black | Type: Low-top sneaker | Delivery: $10 express shipping

SHOP NOW FOR $1290

Stella McCartneyLoop low-top sneakersAnother eco-friendly option, Stella McCartney’s ‘Loop’ design is a delightfully chunky sneaker, platformed to give you some extra height. The sneaker’s faux suede and neoprene parts have also been put together without glue to make the shape easily recyclable. Material: Neoprene, faux suede, rubber | Colour range: White | Type: Low-top white sneaker | Delivery: $10 express shippingSHOP NOW FOR $570
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Stella McCartney

Loop low-top sneakers

Another eco-friendly option, Stella McCartney’s ‘Loop’ design is a delightfully chunky sneaker, platformed to give you some extra height. The sneaker’s faux suede and neoprene parts have also been put together without glue to make the shape easily recyclable. 

Material: Neoprene, faux suede, rubber | Colour range: White | Type: Low-top white sneaker | Delivery: $10 express shipping

SHOP NOW FOR $570

Rag & BoneRetro Court sneakerThese elevated sneakers from American label Rag & Bone are perfectly retro, relatively affordable for a designer style and available in an off-white beige coined birch that’s neutral but also eye-catching. In other words, what’s not to like?Material: Leather, rubber sole | Colour range: Dune | Type: Low-top sneaker | Delivery: Free over US$100SHOP NOW FOR $464.04
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Rag & Bone

Retro Court sneaker

These elevated sneakers from American label Rag & Bone are perfectly retro, relatively affordable for a designer style and available in an off-white beige coined birch that’s neutral but also eye-catching. In other words, what’s not to like?

Material: Leather, rubber sole | Colour range: Dune | Type: Low-top sneaker | Delivery: Free over US$100

SHOP NOW FOR $464.04

JW AndersonHigh-top sneakersNot for the faint-hearted, but you’re guaranteed compliments if you take these bold JW Anderson high-tops out for a spin. The jet black leather, embossed with the label’s logo, is a highlight. If you already have a few pairs of white tennis shoes or sporty runners in your closet, let JW Anderson take you outside of your comfort zone—you won’t be disappointed.Material: Cotton, rubber and grained leather | Colour range: Black | Type: High-top sneaker | Delivery: Free shipping over $800SHOP NOW FOR $358Sign up to our newsletter
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JW Anderson

High-top sneakers

Not for the faint-hearted, but you’re guaranteed compliments if you take these bold JW Anderson high-tops out for a spin. The jet black leather, embossed with the label’s logo, is a highlight. If you already have a few pairs of white tennis shoes or sporty runners in your closet, let JW Anderson take you outside of your comfort zone—you won’t be disappointed.

Material: Cotton, rubber and grained leather | Colour range: Black | Type: High-top sneaker | Delivery: Free shipping over $800

SHOP NOW FOR $358

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