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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.
Vogue’s top picks
- Best sustainable designer sneaker: Veja Rio Branco sneakers
- Best affordable designer sneaker: Axel Arigato Clean 90mm leather sneakers
- Best white designer sneaker: Gucci Basket faux leather, canvas and mesh sneakers
