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It’s a simple fact that good shoes—more specifically cool sneakers—can make or break an outfit. After all, these give your ensembles an edge of cool in the most casual way (and they often make a statement in the process). If you are like me, someone who typically opts for the best boots or ballet flats over sneakers, taking your first step in this world may seem daunting. However, the more time I’ve spent in it, the more I have realized; no matter your personal aesthetic or lifestyle, there is bound to be a silhouette or colorway that speaks to you.

Of course, it doesn’t hurt to do a little research on the best sneakers before you become a full-blown sneakerhead. To find out which styles have reigned supreme throughout 2022 and which exciting styles are coming hot off the press, we spoke with experts Ross Yip, co-Founder and COO of Kicks Crew and Cynthia Lee, the VP of merchandising at StockX to see what they had to say. As individuals working at brands focused on the latest sneaker styles in the streetwear game, there’s no doubt they know what’s up. Scroll on to see what our experts had to say along with some of my personal favorites for the best sneakers fo 2023.

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The All-Purpose Sneaker

Salomon

Salomon XT-6

Sizes Available US (M) 4-13
Color White

The Underrated Sneaker

Asics

Asics Gel Kayano 14

Sizes Available US (M) 4.5-11.5
Color Birch

The Feeling Pink Sneaker

New Balance

Joe Freshgoods Performance Art

Sizes Available US 5-10
Color Pink

The Jacquemus Sneaker

Nike

Nike Humara LX Jacquemus

Sizes Available US 5-16.5
Color Brown

The Everyday Sneaker

New Balance

New Balance 550

Sizes Available US (M) 4-11
Color Green

The Fluorescent Sneaker

Nike

Nike Air Force 1 Low SP Ambush

Sizes Available US (M) 5-15
Color Blue

The #1 Seller

Nike

WMNS Air Jordan 1 Mid

Sizes Available US 5-12
Color Grey

The Dad Sneaker

New Balance

New Balance 530

Sizes Available US (M) 4-12
Color Grey
Sizes Available US 5-12
Color Panda

The Y2K Sneaker

A Bathing Ape

Bape Sta JJJJound

Sizes Available US (M) 5-16
Color White Navy

The It-Girl Sneaker

Adidas

Black White Gum

Sizes Available US (M) 3.5-18
Color Black

The Metallic Sneaker

Onitsuka Tiger

Mexico 66

Sizes Available US 5.5-15.5
Colors Silver, Gold

The Running Sneaker

Hoka

Project Clifton

Sizes Available US 5-15
Color Black, Blanc de Blanc, Butterfly, Blue

The Military-Inspired Sneaker

Maison Margiela

Replica Sneakers

Sizes Available EU 35-41
Color White

The Downtown Sneaker

Adidas x Wales Bonner

Adidas Samba x Wales Bonner

Sizes Available US (M) 4-16
Color Red

The Luxury Sneaker

Lanvin

Leather Curb Sneakers

Sizes Available EU 35-42
Color Red, Green, Yellow

The Artist’s Sneaker

Marni x Veja

V-10 VEJA X MARNI

Sizes Available US 4-10
Color Black

The Hiking Sneaker

Camper

CRCLR GORE-TEX

Sizes Available US 6-16
Color Beige

The Ripple Effect Sneaker

Nike

Comme Des Garçons Homme Plus Foam Posite Sneakers

Sizes Available US (M) 5-9.5
Color White

The Tie-Dye Sneaker

Acne Studios

Sprayed Low Top Sneakers

Sizes Available EU 35-41
Color White

The Gorp-Core Sneaker

Reebok

Reebok x Nicole McLaughlin Club C Geo Mid Shoes

Sizes Available EU 35-41
Color Beige

The ’What are those?’ Sneaker

Maison Mihara Yasuhiro

Maison Mihara Yasuhiro Low Top Trainers

Sizes Available 36-45
Color Black

The Ultimate Grip Sneaker

New Balance

RC30

Sizes Available US 5.5-18.5
Color Orange, White, Green, Red

The Hype Sneaker

Raf Simons

Cylon-21 Lace-Up Sneakers

Sizes Available EU 36-46
Color Beige

The Warm Weather Sneaker

Nike

Nike Air Rift Breathe Women’s Shoes

Sizes Available US 5-12
Color Black

Emma Sutich is the second assistant to the Editor-in-Chief at ELLE Magazine.

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