Dakota Johnson Wore the Sneaker Trend That's Coming for Sambas

Dakota Johnson walking in New York City wearing a black sweater, dark-wash jeans, and brown Nike Cortez sneakers

There was a while there when I thought the reign of Adidas Sambas would never end. Alas, it seems that everything's set for summer 2024 to mark the fall of the classic sneaker's long-lasting empire (at least until Grace Wales Bonner releases yet another viral version and reignites TikTok's obsession). There isn't one single sneaker that is responsible for dethroning the powerhouse shoe but instead a handful of buzzy styles that, together, are managing to do what no other has done in years.

On the Adidas front, the SL 72s are gaining momentum. Then there are Onitsuka Tiger's Mexico 66s, which are practically impossible to get your hands on. And finally, Nike's got the iconic Cortez, a sneaker that always seems to come back in vogue, usually after a celeb is spotted wearing them. Last time, it was Bella Hadid. In 2024, it's Dakota Johnson—and per usual, the internet is freaking out about it.

The Fifty Shades of Grey actress was seen wearing a brown version of the 1970s shoe style in New York City while on the set of her new A24 film Materialists, co-starring Pedro Pascal and Chris Evans. With her sneakers, Johnson added a stellar pair of straight-leg, dark-wash jeans, and a black sweater, thus putting together an outfit worth copying for the remainder of spring and bookmarking for next fall and winter. Adding to her sneaker's appeal is the fact that Johnson's pretty much been wearing her pair of Baroque Brown Cortez TXTs nonstop while filming the movie. Plus, they're fully stocked at Nordstrom (score). Scroll down to shop Dakota's exact color (plus a few other chic colorways) before they sell out.

On Dakota Johnson: Nike Cortez TXT Sneakers ($90)

Nike

Cortez Sneaker

Shop more Nike Cortez colors:

NIKE

Cortez Leather Sneakers

All-white will always look good.

Nike

Cortez Sneaker

This shade of green is surprisingly versatile.

Nike

Cortez TXT Sneaker

Those baby blues.

Nike

Cortez Txt Sneaker

I've been so into navy lately. It's the new black—I'm calling it.

Nike

Cortez TXT Sneaker

But if you want to play it safe, black is still a great choice.

Nike

Cortez Sneaker

Whoa, these are amazing.

Shop more on-trend sneakers:

adidas

SL 72 OG Sneaker

Celebs can't stop wearing these.

Vince

Oasis Runner Sneakers

I love the pop of green.

Saucony

Shadow 6000 Unisex Sneakers

But if color's your thing, go for all green instead.

LOEWE x Paula's Ibiza

Flow Logo-Appliquéd Shell, Suede and Leather Sneakers

I'm in Nice right now, and I've already seen three people in these.

Asics

Unisex Gel-Kayano 14 Sneakers

Sporty chic.

adidas

Gender Inclusive SL 72 RS Sneaker

I'm kind of obsessed with this oddly satisfying color combination.

Salomon

Xt-6 Expanse Seasonal Sneakers

I'll never not love classic white Salomons.

ADIDAS ORIGINALS x Maha

Samoa Leather-Trimmed Suede Sneakers

These look so luxe.

New Balance

530 Unisex Sneakers

Just easy.

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Eliza Huber is currently the Associate Editorial Director at Who What Wear. She joined the company in 2021 as a fashion editor after starting her career as a writer at Refinery29, where she worked for four years. During her time at WWW, she launched Go Sports, the publication's sports vertical, and published four (and counting) quarterly issues tied to the WNBA, Formula One, and more. She also created two franchises, Let's Get a Room and Ways to Wear; profiled Dakota Fanning, Diane Kruger, Katie Holmes, Gracie Abrams, and Sabrina Carpenter for WWW's monthly cover features; and reported on new seasonal trends, up-and-coming designers, and celebrity style.