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15 Summer Sneakers Cooler Than Your Favorite Sandals
We’re trading tan lines for traction this summer.
If the warm weather has you looking down at your toes and pondering booking a last-minute pedicure, there’s another, simpler choice: Tossing your chicest heels and breezy sandals back into your closet and opting for a pair of summer sandals instead. Whether you’re still in the throes of the tenniscore trend, prefer a classic white silhouette, or opt for comfort over everything else, don’t let anyone tell you that sneakers can’t work for all occasions. With the exception of poolside flip-flops or a black-tie stiletto, a solid, stylish sneaker can work with a shocking amount of options. And in that respect, we’ve got you covered.
Style them with your favorite striped summer dress or with bermuda shorts and a beach hat. The beauty of sneaker culture is that there are so many to choose from, and while everyone has them, we all wear them differently. Collectible sneakers aside, we’ve gathered the best, most shoppable sneakers to carry you through the summer; see them all below.
With perforated details, this is the summery sneaker worth investing in. Plus, the neutral color will easily match with your linen dresses and trousers.
Sizes: 6-12
Colors: White and cream
Materials: Leather, suede, and rubber
If shopping for vintage sneakers freaks you out (as it probably should), look no further than these vintage-inspired Nikes with a suede upper that makes the shoes look perfectly weathered.
Sizes: 5-16.5
Colors: Chlorophyll/Light Photo Blue/Coconut Milk/Sail, Muslin/Coconut Milk/Black/Viotech
Materials: Suede upper
If you’re like us and can’t get enough of pink right now, this is the perfect pastel sneaker to lace-up this summer.
Sizes: IT36-IT41
Colors: Light pink
Materials: Nylon and leather
Are they sneakers? Mary Janes? A little of both? Why get bogged down with the specifics, when instead you can own Adidas' newest trend-defying flat.
Sizes: 5-11
Colors: White
Materials: Leather, rubber
The ultimate racing shoe, this low-slung iconic sneaker is having a moment in 2025. They’re ultra comfortable, and come in a slew of colors, from bold to classic.
Sizes: 5.5-11
Colors: 11 options
Materials: Leather
Gorp-core is here to stay, so these Salomon sneakers will be in style whether you’re hitting the trails or just lounging on the couch. The silver detailing adds a great touch.
Sizes: 5-12
Colors: White and silver
Materials: Mesh, rubber
With Loewe’s instantly recognizable anagram logo emblazoned on the side, this is the designer sneaker to wear throughout the season.
Sizes: FR36 - FR41
Colors: White and cream
Materials: Leather and suede
You might be familiar with the Adidas sneakers that are everywhere (at least on the streets of New York City). It’s clear to see that Sambas and Gazelles are having their day. Join in on the fun with a fun colorway like this sky blue option.
Sizes: 6-11
Colors: 13 options
Materials: Nylon upper with suede details
Make your sneakers a focal point with Aloha’s newest tri-color style. There are four color combinations to choose from–from bold to classics–so you can find a pair that seamlessly meshes with your wardrobe.
Sizes: 35-42
Colors: 4 options
Materials: Leather and suede
Prada nails effortlessly cool dressing with slip-on sneakers that come with a patina of leather.
Sizes: 5-13
Colors: 8 options
Materials: Re-Nylon and suede leather
At first glance, these are a classic white sneaker silhouette that go with just about everything. Take a closer look to note the baby pink heel tab that adds the perfect amount of color.
Sizes: 5-9.5
Colors: White and pink
Materials: Leather
The ongoing Miu Miu x New Balance sneaker collabs continue to sellout with alarming speed, but you can still find these sneaker-mules available in multiple sizes. They’re the perfect in-between style for summer months, and a collector’s item to boot.
Sizes: 35-37.5
Colors: Black, white
Materials: Leather
For an elevated yet sleek sneaker, Paloma Wool’s punchy red leather options are the 2025 equivalent to Dorthy’s ruby slippers. Click them three times and you might find yourself at a downtown sample sale.
Sizes: IT 36-IT 41
Colors: Red, butter yellow
Materials: Leather and suede
Gola’s sneakers are the perfect middle ground between court and fashion sneakers, and they come in subtly fun color combinations, too.
Sizes: 5-11
Colors: White/Slate/Shadow, White/Lily/Lemon, White/Lavender/Terracotta, Feather Gray/Oat
Materials: Canvas & suede
A classic ’70s-inspired pair of New Balance sneakers might be all you need to see you through summer. Shop these from Amazon.
Sizes: 4-12
Colors: Grey and white
Materials: Unbacked suede and mesh upper
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