Suede’s endless versatility is proving itself with the recent crop of trending items fashion lovers everywhere are shopping for, from slouchy suede bags to cropped jackets. For the new season, we’re looking to the fabric for easy sneakers that can be dressed up or down, on or off-duty. The best suede sneakers bridge the gap between comfort and style, offering a walkable, effortlessly cool option for everyday dressing.
Vogue’s Favorite Suede Sneakers of the Season:
It all started with the New Balance x Miu Miu suede sneakers—which arrived on the scene just as quickly as they sold out back in the spring of 2023. More recently, Dries Van Noten furthered the suede agenda with its low-top silhouette, pushing forth the momentum from want to all-out hysteria. Beyond material, these two sneakers had another thing in common: they leaned retro, with sleek, low-rise styles taking the cake. Since then, both high-street and high-end brands have added a suede sneaker, or two, to their collections.
What’s exciting about this footwear phenomenon is the range of colors, prices, and aesthetics available. There are minimalist pairs in neutral hues from Vince, Alohas, and Toteme. Then, for the maximalist, there are retro runners in vivid pink and red from Rag and Bone and Puma. There are even affordable fashion finds (that look more expensive than they are) from Zara, J.Crew, and Cos. For those who don’t mind investing in suede, look to Miu Miu and Loewe for luxe suede sneakers that’ll withstand the test of time.
Ahead, find the chicest suede sneakers to add to your spring rotation.
