What men’s sneakers are on trend right now? 7 models and 23 examples for different budgets

One of the basic models of footwear in almost any closet are sneakers. And no wonder: they are comfortable and convenient, they can be combined with different clothes, and designers offer a lot of interesting and stylish images with them.

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“Today, sneakers are not just a sports shoe, but an accent piece of the closet. And it seems that they will never go out of fashion. Even for summer, many people choose them. What are the variants of these shoes in trend right now? What are the features of summer models?”

How did sneakers appear?

The prototype of the first sneakers appeared in the late XIX century, when in England invented a lightweight sailcloth shoes on a rubber sole. It was intended for playing croquet. It was an extremely popular pastime at the time.

Croquet sneakers turned out to be so comfortable that they gradually won the love of the honorable public, and then they began to produce sports brands around the world. For ease of use, laces were added to them, which were threaded through metal eyelets. Today, this recognizable style is known, perhaps, to everyone.

Evolution of sneakers

Over time, sneakers became not just a sports shoe, but an element of style. In addition to the traditional linen and cotton, in the production began to use other materials: leather, suede, decorative elements of different colors.

The beginning of the XX century marked a new milestone in the history of sneakers. They began to be worn by celebrities, popular athletes, basketball players. The trend was picked up by American youth, who literally did not get out of their favorite shoes and went everywhere in them. And then came the famous Converse – the shoes that conquered the world. They were created by Marques Converse. The peak of their popularity came in the 1970s. It was the era of rock, punk, grunge and metal, a time of freedom, self-expression, rebellion and creativity.

Converse were worn by iconic musicians, athletes, Hollywood stars and fashionistas all over the world. You could see them at Kurt Cobain’s concerts and on movie sets where they were worn by actor James Dean. And during his college days, Michael Jordan, a future basketball legend, played in converse sneakers.

Features of men’s summer sneakers

In summer, sneakers have special requirements. In addition to comfort and convenience, they should not be hot. It is important that the skin breathes. Therefore, summer sneakers are made of light ventilated materials with perforations or mesh inserts.

It is important that the sole was soft and shock-absorbing. In such shoes you can walk all day, go on trips and out of town, rest and engage in active activities.

Light-colored sneakers are perfectly combined with light chinos pants or joggers, polo shirt or shirt. Another stylish image – with loose, slightly worn jeans and a basic solid-colored T-shirt made of thick cotton.

Sneakers of bright colors can become an interesting accent detail in business or casual sets. For example, in combination with pants and a shirt or a light sweater.

Termit Savage 4.0 Low sneakers, RUB 2799 / Sportmaster

You can combine black or dark shades of sneakers with both business closet and clothes for everyday wear – with the same denim or sporty joggers.

Almost to any set you can add fashion accessories: a brutal bracelet, watch, handkerchief, panama, baseball cap, silk scarf around the neck. The most stylish image is obtained when they echo in color scheme with sneakers.

An interesting trend for 2024 is the combination of sporty and classic style. For example, at fashion shows this season you could see non-standard sets of sneakers, sports “sweatpants”, elegant sweater and tweed jacket. Or another option: white sneakers, classic pants and a sports olympic.

Sneakers adidas Originals GAZELLE, 15 675 rubles / lamoda

Popular brands

If we talk about sports style and casual, then here you can look in the direction of such brands as Nike, adidas, Asics, Puma, Briggs, K-Swiss, Tommy Hilfiger, NCF, Termit. In business and classic you can find interesting models from Salamander, Thomas Munz, Ecco, Calvin Klein Jeans.

7 models of summer sneakers for men, which are worth paying attention to

This season, manufacturers, stylists and designers offer several interesting solutions at once.

Combined sneakers

One of the shoe trends of this summer – combined textures, when a variety of inserts are used in one model. They can be made of different materials (suede, leather, vinyl, textile), from fabrics of contrasting colors, with patches, geometric lines and shapes. Example – combined sneakers with bright and dynamic color accents: comfort and style in one pair.

Men’s sneakers Ice Play, 17,195 rubles / lamoda

Sneakers with thick textured sole

Another trend worth paying attention to is sports shoes with thick soles.

How to wear it? The model with a high sole can be combined with both casual relaxed silhouettes (for example, with wide jeans), and with casual and business pants, sweaters, light vests, jackets.

Ecoalf Alcudianyalf Sneakers Man, 5960 rubles / nonconformity

The sole can be fluted, ribbed, with an interesting unusual tread pattern or other non-standard details. Such models are incredibly popular this summer, so we advise you to take a closer look at them.

White sneakers

Classic white sneakers – this is almost a basic shoe. It does not go out of fashion for a season. And although you can wear them all year round, they are most suitable for summer. Of fashionable this season, pay attention to models in retro style.

The traditional silhouette of these sneakers embodies the style of tennis shoes with its timeless elegance. At the same time, this style is suitable for any occasion and image. It will look especially relevant with wide pants of contrasting color.

K-Swiss Slammklub CC sneakers, 4760 rubles / nonconform.

Skateboarder’s sneakers

Despite their youthful vibe, they can be a great addition to classic and business style. They will give a strict image a slight carelessness and rebellious spirit. You can also wear them with usual casual sets – jeans or joggers. For summer, choose light skater sneakers without a thick lining – they will be comfortable even in the current heat.

Termit Exceed Ext Light Sneakers, 4999 rubles / Sportmaster

Textile sneakers

In summer, it’s impossible to pass by the trend for lightweight shoes made of textile materials. They keep your feet as comfortable as possible and, thanks to ventilation, don’t get hot even when the thermometer is breaking all records. Textile sneakers in pastel monochrome are incredibly relevant and look very fashionable.

TENDANCE sneakers, 3250 rubles / rendez-vous

Velcro sneakers

Velcro has become an alternative to laces this season and has become one of the shoe trends of summer 2024. Designers and stylists love them because they are very comfortable and add personality to the look. Sneakers made of genuine leather with Velcro are available in the collections of sports and casual brands.

For summer, choose models made of natural materials with perforations.

Salamander sneakers, 5990 rubles.

Low sneakers

They are convenient and practical because they can be combined with pants of any length, but especially stylish combinations are made with short jeans or chinos, which are topical in the summer season. So such fashionable pairs are literally created for the warm season. Such models with a low top line will fit perfectly into the everyday look, provide optimal fit and air exchange.

The most successful options for summer are textile. If you manage to find a stylish retrovariant, it will be cool.

Converse Star Player 76 sneakers, 7699 rubles / Sportmaster

Selection and care tips

Be sure to measure your shoes before you buy them. The right pair should not press and rub. Sneakers made of synthetic leather, as well as combined materials, with a non-standard style, voluminous insole or wide sole should be chosen with a reserve of half a size. But options made of genuine suede or leather usually stretch over time and take the shape of the foot. They can be taken without reserve.

To keep your sneakers as long as possible to keep their original appearance, they need to be cared for like any other footwear.

Tom Tailor sneakers Lamoda Online Exclusive, 7600 rubles / Lamoda

For models made of natural materials, buy special cleaning products, softening cream and protective impregnation. It is better not to wear such shoes in the rain and not to dry them near heat sources, so that they do not deform.

Sneakers made of artificial leather can be cleaned with any delicate means and washed in water.

Sneakers will be the best choice if style, comfort and convenience are important to you. With them you can emphasize individuality and create a huge number of images – from daring or relaxed to strict and business. And thanks to designers who offer new interesting trends and combinations from year to year, everyone can find their perfect pair. No wonder that today these shoes have become the base of any closet and one of the most fashionable style details.

See even more examples of trendy models in the gallery.