7 Summer Sneaker Trends We’re Seeing Everywhere in 2025

Summer’s biggest sneaker trends are exactly what you’ve been looking for to rescue you from your footwear rut. The overall vibe, as we’ve deduced from scouring the summer runways and spending countless hours walking around New York, is slim, sporty, and retro; think barely-there outsoles, track-inspired silhouettes, and bright pops of color that might put your white sneakers to rest. Ready to bring your sneakers up to speed? These are the biggest sneaker trends we’ll be wearing this summer, including of-the-moment pairs that only look expensive.

Glamour’s summer sneaker trends wish list

1. Retro runners

Everyone needs a good pair of athletic sneakers in their closet, and one of summer’s hottest silhouettes is the ’70s track shoe. Defined by foam midsoles, grippy outsoles, and in-your-face color palettes, these kicks combine the foot-friendly benefits of walking shoes with the retro charm of vintage sneakers. Heritage styles from Nike and Pony are enjoying a major moment, while Loewe and Tory Burch have released their own takes on the style—it’s total agreement across the fashion industry. No matter which pair you choose, style it with crew socks for the full throwback effect.

2. Earthy suede

While it’s usually associated with autumn, suede is one of the hottest materials in fashion right now—so of course, it’s coming for our sneakers. The luxe, textured leather complements a few of summer’s biggest fashion trends, including earth tones and boho chic. And in the subdued palette below, suede sneakers make airy dresses, linen pants, and denim shorts feel a little more elevated. (Plus, you’ll be able to wear these picks well into winter. Win-win!)

3. Easy plimsolls

The sneaker of choice for both Jane Birkin and prep-school kids, plimsolls—perhaps the simplest kicks on the market—have charmed the fashion world this summer. With sporty origins and slim silhouettes, they fit right in with the rest of summer’s sneaker trends. And they’re beyond easy to wear, not to mention stuff in a carry-on or a beach bag. Honor the classics with a pair from Keds, Tretorn, or Converse.

4. Extra-slim soles

Our editors’ favorite sneakers of the moment all feature the absolute thinnest soles possible. Ushered in late last year by Dries Van Noten’s streamlined sneakers, the silhouette is now available at nearly every brand, from Adidas to Veronica Beard. Plus, with Miu Miu and Stella McCartney showing ultra-skinny styles for summer, they’re only going to get more popular; we suggest picking up a pair before the rest of your group chat catches on.

5. Airy mesh

While most of the talk this season has been about mesh ballet flats, the material is now migrating to sneakers. And honestly, the result is like a chicer, lighter version of the well-ventilated running shoes you wore back in the day. The silhouettes lean slim and nostalgic, lending major style cred to your summer outfits. The biggest draw, though, is the airflow, which will keep your feet cool on sweltering days.

6. Colorful kicks

Tired of blending in? So is the street-style crowd. We’ve noticed a huge uptick in colorful sneakers as summer settles in, united not by one overarching shade, but by their vibrancy. The entire rainbow is in play; all you need to do is pick a hue that’ll pair nicely with your palette of summer dresses and denim. Start with the candy-colored gems below.

7. Sneakerinas

The weirdest sneaker trend on our editors’ radar has finally hit the big time. Following in the footsteps of labels like Ecco and Simone Rocha, which have long offered ballet flat/sneaker hybrids, brands like Reformation and Jeffrey Campbell are now releasing their takes on the trend. The look isn’t for the faint of heart, but anyone brave enough to give it a shot will discover that it’s the easiest way to make a boring outfit instantly feel cutting-edge. Pro tip: The flat shoe trend looks especially great with long skirts.