15 Summer Sneakers Cooler Than Your Favorite Sandals

With perforated details, this is the summery sneaker worth investing in. Plus, the neutral color will easily match with your linen dresses and trousers.

Sizes: 6-12

Colors: White and cream

Materials: Leather, suede, and rubber

If shopping for vintage sneakers freaks you out (as it probably should), look no further than these vintage-inspired Nikes with a suede upper that makes the shoes look perfectly weathered.

Sizes: 5-16.5

Colors: Chlorophyll/Light Photo Blue/Coconut Milk/Sail, Muslin/Coconut Milk/Black/Viotech

Materials: Suede upper

If you’re like us and can’t get enough of pink right now, this is the perfect pastel sneaker to lace-up this summer.

Sizes: IT36-IT41

Colors: Light pink

Materials: Nylon and leather

Are they sneakers? Mary Janes? A little of both? Why get bogged down with the specifics, when instead you can own Adidas' newest trend-defying flat.

Sizes: 5-11

Colors: White

Materials: Leather, rubber

The ultimate racing shoe, this low-slung iconic sneaker is having a moment in 2025. They’re ultra comfortable, and come in a slew of colors, from bold to classic.

Sizes: 5.5-11

Colors: 11 options

Materials: Leather

Gorp-core is here to stay, so these Salomon sneakers will be in style whether you’re hitting the trails or just lounging on the couch. The silver detailing adds a great touch.

Sizes: 5-12

Colors: White and silver

Materials: Mesh, rubber

With Loewe’s instantly recognizable anagram logo emblazoned on the side, this is the designer sneaker to wear throughout the season.

Sizes: FR36 - FR41

Colors: White and cream

Materials: Leather and suede

You might be familiar with the Adidas sneakers that are everywhere (at least on the streets of New York City). It’s clear to see that Sambas and Gazelles are having their day. Join in on the fun with a fun colorway like this sky blue option.

Sizes: 6-11

Colors: 13 options

Materials: Nylon upper with suede details

Make your sneakers a focal point with Aloha’s newest tri-color style. There are four color combinations to choose from–from bold to classics–so you can find a pair that seamlessly meshes with your wardrobe.

Sizes: 35-42

Colors: 4 options

Materials: Leather and suede

Prada nails effortlessly cool dressing with slip-on sneakers that come with a patina of leather.

Sizes: 5-13

Colors: 8 options

Materials: Re-Nylon and suede leather

At first glance, these are a classic white sneaker silhouette that go with just about everything. Take a closer look to note the baby pink heel tab that adds the perfect amount of color.

Sizes: 5-9.5

Colors: White and pink

Materials: Leather

The ongoing Miu Miu x New Balance sneaker collabs continue to sellout with alarming speed, but you can still find these sneaker-mules available in multiple sizes. They’re the perfect in-between style for summer months, and a collector’s item to boot.

Sizes: 35-37.5

Colors: Black, white

Materials: Leather

For an elevated yet sleek sneaker, Paloma Wool’s punchy red leather options are the 2025 equivalent to Dorthy’s ruby slippers. Click them three times and you might find yourself at a downtown sample sale.

Sizes: IT 36-IT 41

Colors: Red, butter yellow

Materials: Leather and suede

Gola’s sneakers are the perfect middle ground between court and fashion sneakers, and they come in subtly fun color combinations, too.

Sizes: 5-11

Colors: White/Slate/Shadow, White/Lily/Lemon, White/Lavender/Terracotta, Feather Gray/Oat

Materials: Canvas & suede

A classic ’70s-inspired pair of New Balance sneakers might be all you need to see you through summer. Shop these from Amazon.

Sizes: 4-12

Colors: Grey and white

Materials: Unbacked suede and mesh upper

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