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The best sneaker is the one you reach for every day without thinking. These are the best-rated pairs right now, from the terrace icons everyone is wearing to running shoes built for real miles.
The adidas icons
adidas Samba OG
Born on the pitch, now a street-style icon: the adidas Samba OG, with a soft, low-profile leather upper, suede overlays and the classic gum sole. It goes with jeans, skirts, trousers and everything in between.
adidas Samba OG Crystal Embellished Sneaker
From the pitch to the spotlight: the adidas Samba OG Crystal Embellished Sneaker, with toe-to-heel crystals, the extra-low profile and the 3-Stripes. A sneaker that works for a holiday party.
adidas Adizero EVO SL
The feeling of fast: the adidas Adizero EVO SL, inspired by the record-breaking Adizero Pro Evo 1 and built to run in, or simply wear, with a bold racing look.
adidas Campus 00s
Off the hardwood and onto the street: the adidas Campus 00s in black, the iconic Campus silhouette pushed in a modern direction with chunky proportions and soft suede.
adidas Adistar XLG 2.0
A bold take on classic 00s adidas running style: the Adistar XLG 2.0, made for city explorers with nostalgic design and modern comfort.
adidas Gazelle Indoor
Once a training shoe, now a timeless icon: the adidas Gazelle Indoor in red suede, with a gum rubber outsole, a contrast heel tab and the 3-Stripes. A pop of colour for denim and neutrals.
adidas Stan Smith
An icon from the tennis court: the adidas Stan Smith, a streamlined white sneaker with perforated 3-Stripes and a colour-pop heel. The easiest white sneaker in any wardrobe.
adidas Handball Spezial
First made in 1979 for elite handball players and now a street-style favourite: the adidas Handball Spezial in navy cow suede on a soft gum rubber outsole.
adidas Tokyo
Retro and slim: the adidas Tokyo in brown suede, a low-profile sneaker that feels vintage and modern at once, on a grippy rubber outsole. A neat pair for jeans and skirts.
adidas by Stella McCartney Ultraboost 5 Running Shoe
Ultralight and springy: the adidas by Stella McCartney Ultraboost 5 Running Shoe, an everyday runner with cushy, stabilizing comfort for any distance.
adidas SL 72 Sneaker
An icon since 1972: the adidas SL 72, a runner-inspired sneaker with the low, sleek profile that made it famous and the comfort that keeps it a streetwear favourite.
New Balance
New Balance 530 Sneaker
A millennium-era runner back on the street: the New Balance 530, with full-foot cushioning that absorbs impact, curvy layers and breathable mesh. Comfortable all day.
New Balance 327 Sneaker
Heritage meets attitude: the New Balance 327, a '70s-throwback runner reissued as a standout street sneaker, with suede overlays and a lace-to-sole N on the side.
New Balance 9060 Sneaker
Chunky proportions and visible tech: the New Balance 9060 brings Y2K energy with sway bars and a translucent heel wrap, plus modern comfort.
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5 Running Shoe
Springy and fun: the New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5, an all-distance running shoe with a propulsive FuelCell foam sole and race-inspired details.
Nike and PUMA
PUMA Speedcat OG Sneaker
Low, streamlined and fast: the PUMA Speedcat OG, a suede sneaker with an iconic racer silhouette, aerodynamic stitching and an embroidered logo. The slim sneaker trend in one pair.
Nike Zoom Vomero 5 Running Shoe
Layered, techy and comfortable: the Nike Zoom Vomero 5, combining breathable textiles, durable overlays and plastic caging for a supportive ride and a look that works off the track.
Nike Vomero 18 Running Shoe
Plush and springy: the Nike Vomero 18, with layered cushioning for distraction-free comfort at any distance. The everyday runner's everyday shoe.
Nike Air Force 1 '07
A streetwear icon since the '80s: the Nike Air Force 1 '07, with heritage details, Nike Air cushioning in the sole and a pivot circle in the tread.
Nike P-6000 Sneaker
Inspired by past Pegasus runners: the Nike P-6000, with swooping layers, mesh inlays and embroidery-framed Swooshes on a super-lightweight sole.
Running and training shoes
Salomon XT-6 Sneaker
Built for ultra distances, worn everywhere: the Salomon XT-6, with dual-density EVA cushioning, full-foot stability and a breathable, abrasion-resistant mesh upper.
Salomon Speedcross 3
Traction, cushioning and protection for any terrain: the Salomon Speedcross 3, with a one-pull Quicklace upper for a quick, secure fit.
On Cloud 6
On's fan favourite, updated: the Cloud 6, with springy runner-tech cushioning and easier step-in, stay-on wear for errands, travel and long walks.
On THE ROGER Advantage
Designed with tennis icon Roger Federer: On THE ROGER Advantage, a clean, cloud-cushioned street sneaker with the streamlined look of a court shoe.
HOKA Bondi 9 Running Shoe
Lightweight, plush and made for every day: the HOKA Bondi 9, a soft, resilient ride for runs that also makes a comfortable walking sneaker.
Brooks Glycerin 23 Running Shoe
Tuned cushioning for everyday and distance runs: the Brooks Glycerin 23, plush comfort with balanced support, ready to rack up the miles.
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 Running Shoe
Lightweight cushioning with gently aligning support: the Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25, a breathable running shoe that keeps up with your longest runs.
Saucony ProGrid Omni 9 Sneaker
A 2010 icon setting the pace again: the Saucony ProGrid Omni 9, open-weave mesh under rubberized layers, polished leather and soft suede.
Under Armour UA TriBase Reign 6 Training Shoe
Built for squats, sprints and circuits: the Under Armour TriBase Reign 6, a versatile training shoe with durable support and controlled stability for any workout.
Everyday sneakers
Veja Volley O.T. Sneaker
Dapper and minimal: the Veja Volley O.T. Sneaker, leather with brogued suede overlays and a serrated detail around the laces. A clean everyday sneaker.
Best Sneakers & Running Shoes
The best-rated sneakers and running shoes from adidas, Nike, New Balance, PUMA and the running brands.
Every piece here is pinned on our Best Sneakers & Running Shoes board, where we add new ones through the season.