If you're looking to discover the next pair of sneakers that you're going to drool over, there's no better place to start searching than the streets of New York. Every corner I turn, I feel like I'm influenced to purchase a different style. It's also fun to watch how quickly a pair of shoes will go from the purchase of one or two It girls to suddenly being on every block.
I wanted to get ahead of what's next, so I decided to ask some of my favorite style muses what sneakers they're coveting and wearing for the rest of 2024. The results certainly came as a surprise to me. I've chosen fashionable people who are the first to step into a new trend, so I trust the sneakers they've stepped into for the first half of the summer are worth noting. Below, find seven sneakers I'm suddenly convinced that I need to buy.
@izzipoopi
"I think the reason why I like these so much is because they are colorful, and color looks perfect with a tan! But also, they come with different laces, and you can add charms, so they are very customizable. For me, the perfect sneaker is a bit chunky but not too much, and mostly, they need to be comfortable, so these check all the boxes!"
@_sierramayhew
"I recently packed these sneakers for my first vacation of the summer, and I can't imagine better shoes for navigating cobblestone streets in. They're very functional and comfortable. They almost feel like you're wearing training shoes, but at the same time, they're extremely cute and flattering. Copy me and style yours with a pearl anklet. You won't regret it."
@himichelleli
"My favorite sneakers are these Nike x Supreme Courtposites. But the Courtposite has slowly become my go-to sneaker—it's not too chunky but provides a lot of support and is sleek and easy to style with everything."
@acquired.style
"I've been obsessed with the Notice Sneakers from Dolce Vita, specifically the Silver Distressed Leather style for summer in the city. They're so fun, and the pop of metallic pairs perfectly with everything. I also love styling them when I want to dress up a more casual look to run around the city. Silver goes with everything!"
@anaasaber
"My sneaker for the summer is the Isabel Marant sneaker wedge. First of all, it is such an iconic and nostalgic shoe, and secondly, wedges are meant to be worn in the summer. Iconic all in all."
@devapollon
"There is nothing like a crisp white sneaker in the summer. I love sneaks during this time of year because you can really have fun with the color and shapes. I love these because they are unique and add an edgy, unique flair to any look. If it is a cute little minidress or baggy shorts, the Nike Shox has you covered in either direction. There is something fresh about these for the summer."
@cocobassey
"These sneakers are so comfortable! They're super lightweight, and I love the pop of color that bring some visual interest to my more neutral wardrobe. I find myself throwing these on for errand runs around the neighborhood, and I'm bringing them with me on my summer vacation travels for airport wear and sightseeing tours."
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My friend chased someone down to find out where these sneakers were from, and we still talk about that moment.
I immediately stopped scrolling when I discovered these.
Metallic everything.
Sambas for days.
It's the flowers for me.
