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Nothing completes a fall fit like a trendy sneaker. It can add a pop of color or complement your aesthetic, all while being super comfy and stylish. To help you choose the right sneaker for your aesthetic, we've rounded up the best fall sneaker trends to step up your style. From soft suede sneakers to shiny metallic sneakers, you'll want to wear these shoes all season long (and will see everyone else wearing them, too). Scroll down to check out our top shoe picks from Adidas, Steve Madden, Puma, Free People, and more. These are the kicks that will kick your style into high gear this season.
Ballet Sneakers
Cute, demure, and coquette, a pair of ballet sneakers add an adorable touch to any outfit. It's a sneaker on the bottom, with all the ribbons and satin of a ballet slipper on top, perfect for a run or a plie.
JW PEI Women's Flavia Ballerina Sneakers
These ballerina sneakers will slip into first position in your closet. Snag them before they sell out, in 7 demure colorways.
Keds Point Slip Leather Ballet
Part sneaker, part ballet slipper, this pair of leather Keds has a thick sole and pointed toe that will have you rocking the balletcore trend in no time.
Retro Vibe Sneakers
These are the sneakers that give you that vintage feel and elevate any look. They're streamlined with a low profile, and make you feel like listening to some vinyl.
adidas Samba OG Shoes
When you're talking about sneaker trends, adidas Sambas always seem to be part of the conversation. These retro sneakers are always back in style.
adidas VL Court 3.0 Women's Shoes
We love Sarah Hyland's style and she is a big fan of these adidas shoes this season. She reports, "I love the adidas 3.0 Court shoes so so much. I used to wear adidas a lot in middle school and high school so I’m loving that they’re coming back in style. I am wearing some right now."
adidas SL72 OG Shoes
The color palette of these popular adidas shoes just makes us think of the 70s and fall foliage. There are 17 colorways to choose from and the style looks great in every decade.
Animal Print Sneakers
We saw animal prints trending in our boot roundup, and now they're back for sneakers. A pop of leopard is the ideal neutral to pair with any fall outfit.
Steve Madden Madrid Leopard
Go wild with these leopard print sneakers. They're a versatile low-top that's the purr-fect mix of style and comfort. Plus, they come in metallic colorways, too (another trend on this list).
Old Navy Slip-On Sneakers
I own several pairs of these budget-friendly, Old Navy slip-ons, but the leopard print is definitely my fav. They're so comfortable, easy to slide your feet in and out, and look great with socks or without.
Metallic Sneakers
If you want a sneaker with some bling, then you must check out these metallic sneakers. Shiny and shimmery, they elevate any look (or Renaissance tour fit).
Alohas 490 Rife Shimmer Sneakers
We're big fans of the boho chic clothes at Free People, and that goes for their footwear selection, too. These shiny, shimmery sneakers are like wearing disco balls on your feet.
Sam Edelman Womens Ethyl Lace Up Sneaker
With a little bit of height and a lot of shine, these metallic sneakers are a home run. Pair them with jeans and a shacket for apple picking with style.
Suede Sneakers
When you want mature footwear, but still want that comfort, you'll need some suede sneakers. They're soft, sophisticated, and made for fall coziness.
Italian Suede Everyday Sneaker
Say ciao to the Italian Suede Everyday Sneaker. So elegant and elevated, you really will want to wear them every day...and sip some cappuccino while you do it.
New Balance RC42
Suede-like and the perfect shade of dark green for fall, these New Balance sneakers must be added to your cart. Reviewers rave that they're also very comfortable.
Platform Sneakers
Give yourself a little height with a pair of platform sneakers. Cushioned and comfy, they'll also help give you a boost when your pant's hem is too long.
ASICS Women's Japan S PF
Reviewers are as obsessed with these platform sneakers as we are. One fan raved, "These are my favorite sneakers right now. They're so comfortable. I spent an entire day at an amusement park with no issues. I like the height boost as well."
Nike Court Legacy Lift Sneaker - Women's
Available in 7 colorways and lots of lift, you'll love wearing these Nike sneakers all season long. They also come in half sizes.
Colorful Sneakers
Bold color can add a much-needed element to an outfit. Check out these sneakers that pop with pigment.
PUMA Palermo
These bestselling sneakers (and a TikTok favorite) feature a low sole and pop of color that pairs perfectly with denim, corduroy, or a maxi dress. Snag them in 7 bright colorways.
adidas GAZELLE W
Adidas is a popular option on this list (and TikTok), and there's good reason for that. Not only are they so easy to style, they also look chic and come in so many bright colorways. Case in point: these bright red Gazelles.
White Sneakers
What list would be complete without the trendiest sneaker of them all -- the white sneaker. A wardrobe staple, it goes with everything and you can wear them all year long.
Dr. Scholl's Time Off Sneaker
These are the comfortable and stylish white sneakers I swear by. They took no time to break in, they have a classic aesthetic, and, although they're not waterproof, they keep my feet dry when I'm walking around in the rain.
Say goodbye to your loafers and ballet flats. Take it from a shopping editor, these are the Doc Marten boots you need this fall.