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Being comfortable never goes out of style, so investing in a top-tier sneaker collection is always a smart idea. When it comes to picking out cool and on-trend shoes that are worthy of purchase, we look for a few key elements: good design, quality materials, and the perfect fit — because who wants to be uncomfortable? Our editors test out hundreds of shoes to provide you with the best product recommendations, and we boast a particular expertise on sneakers. Love some casual, everyday kicks? We’ve got you. Prefer something sportier and performance-based for working out? We found those, too. And of course, if you’re looking for cute shoes that you can dress up for work, we’ve tried them.
To help you find the best sneakers for yourself, we enlisted our expert editors along with celebrities we’ve interviewed — like Kate Hudson, Ashley Graham, and Ayesha Curry — for their masterful recommendations of the best women’s sneakers for 2023.
What Are the Best Trending Sneakers For Women to Shop This Year?
Whether you want something cheeky and playful or sleek and modern, we’ve uncovered the best of the best that are trending right now, and we’ll tell you all the reasons we love these sneakers. We have even organized our expert list by trendy sneakers, sustainable sneakers, athletic sneakers, best high tops, and classic sneakers. At the moment, fashion forecasters predict that sporty dad sneakers will continue to be big this spring — particularly styles from brands like New Balance and Reebok. In an homage to the ’90s and early aughts, chunky platform shoes are also being embraced by stylists and celebrities alike — as recently showcased at New York Fashion Week.
Our own sneaker recommendations tout brands like Nike, Converse, Puma, and more. Word of advice: your shoe closet is about to get a whole lot fuller, so make some extra room. Keep reading to shop our guide to the best sneakers for women, and browse our categories below.
— Additional reporting by Macy Cate Williams and Haley Lyndes