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Ready to upgrade your kicks?

Anthropologie head of styling Kyla Flax agrees.

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Suede sneakers are the ultimate blend of luxe and laid-back.

Theyre versatile, comfortable, and cooleverything you want in a sneaker, she says.

The soft, textured material brings an elevated touch to casual footwear.

Abisola Omole wears a gray cardigan, pleated skirt, and gray suede sneakers

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The Puma Speedcat is back, and its better than ever.

We love these retro-style slim sneakers, perfect for pairing with denim.

Choose a pop of color or stick with the classic black-and-white combo.

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Its the perfect oxymoron of fashion.

That said, Sophie Lopez also believes that hiker-inspired footwear is a must-try in the weeks and months ahead.

I am excited to see more people style hiking boots and sneakers, as they are so versatile.

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you’re able to really do anything with this utilitarian-chic aesthetic.

This adds a pop of personality to your look without a bold color or something over-the-top.

Best of all, leopard print really is a neutral, so it will match everything in your wardrobe.

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To take your leopard print sneakers to the next level, Flax says to opt for gum soles.

Were obsessed with gum sole sneakers in the styling closet, she tells us.

Spotted all over the runways, theyve been styled with ultra-feminine dresses for a refreshing twist.

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These are a sleek alternative to chunky styles, offering a lightweight, polished look.

Straps and Slip-Ons

Tired of tripping while rushing from point A to point B?

Lopez says to switch to strappy slip-ons.

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While any bright color will do, Lopez says that a few reign supreme in the footwear world.

Classic Black

Not one for color or plain white sneakers?

It’s high time to embrace this years black sneaker trend.

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2025 is the death of the plain white sneaker, Lopez assures us.

It’s also a nod to the 2010sindie sleaze, grungy phase were experiencing.

A great example of this is the Sneex launch from Sarah Blakely, the founder of Spanx.

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2025 is the year of accessorizing, Lopez says.

According to Flax, there are endless ways to accessorize your sneaks.

Moody Metallics

Meanwhile, last year’s metallic sneaker trend is riding on through 2025, too.

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Metallic isnt going anywhere, and the alloversilver sneakeris trending this winter, Lopez reveals.

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