The Rich-Looking Sneaker Trend That's Set to Dominate in 2025

If you'd told me previously that I'd be describing a sneaker trend as "rich", I might not have believed you. Nostalgic, utilitarian, minimalist, and even controversial, yes, but sneakers aren't the first item I think of when I picture an expensive or elevated-looking wardrobe. And yet, luxurious is exactly how I'd defined the latest sneaker style to land in the closets of the fashion set. Right now, it seems everyone is reaching for a pair of suede sneakers and there's no denying how much of a "rich" vibe these styles add.

It's not all that surprising when you look at the massive demand for all things suede this season, from suede jackets to suede bags, so sneakers are simply the latest item to get the luxe suede treatment. When it comes to specific styles defining the trend, New Balance is one brand driving the most in-demand pairs on the market right now, in no small part due to the Miu Miu collaboration designs that are selling out in record time. Suede styles are also picking up steam with other brands, including Puma and Adidas, with styles including the celebrity-favored Speedcat and Sambas continuing to land on the sell-out list.

Whether you're styling them with other "rich" coded wardrobe items or wearing them to elevate a casual look, suede sneakers are set to define 2025 trends—and quite frankly, are already dominating. Ahead, shop the suede sneaker trend with an edit of the best styles on the market.

Emily Ratajkowski wearing a pair of red suede Puma Speedcat Sneakers

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fashion influencer @deborabrosa wearing a pair of suede Miu Miu x New Balance sneakers

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fashion influencer Amaka Hamelijnck wearing a brown suede jacket, relaxed jeans, and green suede Adidas Sambas

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fashion influencer @josefinehj wearing suede sneakers

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Dua Lipa wearing a pair of black suede Puma Speedcat sneakers

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fashion influencer @nlmarilyn wearing suede sneakers

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@lunaisabellaa wearing leopard jeans with suede Adidas SL72 sneakers

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fashion influencer Felicia Akerstrom wearing suede Miu Miu x New Balance sneakers

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Anna is an editor on the fashion team at Who What Wear and has been at the company for over five years, having begun her career in the Los Angeles office before relocating to New York, where she's currently based. Having always been passionate about pursuing a career in fashion, she built up her experience interning at the likes of Michael Kors, A.L.C., and College Fashionista before joining the team as a post-graduate assistant editor. Anna has penned a number of interviews with Who What Wear's cover stars over the years, including A-listers Megan Fox, Issa Rae, and Emma Chamberlain. She's earned a reputation for scouting new and emerging brands from across the globe and championing them to our audience of millions. While fashion is her main wheelhouse, Anna led the launch of WWW Travels last year, a new lifestyle vertical that highlights all things travel through a fashion-person lens. She is passionate about shopping vintage, whether it be at a favorite local outpost or an on-the-road discovery, and has amassed a wardrobe full of unique finds. When she's not writing, you can find her shooting street imagery on her film camera, attempting to learn a fourth or fifth language, or planning her next trip across the globe.