These aren’t?your dad’s bulky, old New Balances.
Over the last few seasons, sneakers have morphed into a trend that has transcended nearly every subgroup of style — and now, everyone from parents to millennials are sporting them in more styles and colors than have ever been available before.
The trend dovetails with the Brooklyn Museum’s ongoing exhibition, “The Rise of Sneaker Culture,” which examines the impact of media and culture on the development of sneakers throughout the years. It’s undeniable that #sneakerculture?is, in fact, a thing, so get your kicks with our picks for the best sneaks we’re loving right now:
For the minimalist .?.?.
The shoes are a minimalist’s mantra: simple, clean and classic.
For the maximist .?.?.
Pull out all the stops in these flashy kicks.
For the cool dad .?.?.
Kids are rejoicing at this updated version of Dad’s favorite sneak.
For the showstopper .?.?.
These shoes will have you seeing stars.
For the on-the-go dandy .?.?.
Functional and dapper? We’ll take a pair in every color!
For the athlete .?.?.
This is the ideal cross-functional shoe for all your “atheleisure” needs.
For the health-Goths .?.?.
A perfect complement to those dark, moody outfits for the gym or the club.
For the bros .?.?.
This is probably the coolest sneaker you’ll ever see on a basketball court.
For the skaters .?.?.
Feeling festive? Grab a pair to complete your summer wardrobe.