There's really no wrong time of year to dabble in a new sneakers, but I'd argue that fall is just begging for a pair. I'm always here for fashion that's unapologetically practical—particularly when it comes to footwear because I live in New York and inevitably walk a million steps a day. Really, I'm not trying to recapture the pre-pandemic magic of stealthily swapping out my shoes under a desk.
Yes, designer sneakers can be a good time, but today is about three of the go-to brands we tend to shop from again and again: Adidas, Nike, and New Balance. Whether you have good sneakers you exclusively wear with tailoring or you just like to look like you've been paying attention when you're walking your dog, I've got you. This curation of sneakers is designed to elevate your fall wardrobe in the most low-key way possible, and nothing is over $250.
Adidas
Adidas
Gazelle Indoor Shoes
You'll get so many compliments on these.
Adidas x Wales Bonner
Samba Millenium Leather Sneakers
Behold: a Wales Bonner x Adidas collab that's still in stock.
Adidas
Samba OG Shoes
Everyone's favorite style.
Adidas
Samba MN Suede-Trimmed Leather Sneakers
A slight update on the classic silhouette.
Adidas
Gazelle Bold Shoes
This pretty red will be perfect for fall.
adidas
Sl 72 Sneaker
Pink and mint green are the ultimate combo.
Adidas
Gazelle Indoor Sneaker
The cool kids are getting a little weird with their colorways.
Adidas by Stella McCartney
ASMC Sportswear 2000 Sneakers
No one does sporty like Stella McCartney.
Adidas
Samba Sneaker
This is not the last time I'm going to mention the black-sneaker trend.
Adidas
VL Court 3.0 Shoes
This deep green is everything.
Adidas by Stella McCartney
Court Boost Sneakers
Some statement stitching for my '90s babes.
New Balance
New Balance
1906R Mesh and Leather Sneakers
These are the New Balance sneakers to know about RN.
New Balance
1906 Metallic Faux Leather-Trimmed Mesh Sneakers
It would be rude not to also share this colorway.
New Balance
860V2 Ceres Rubber and Leather-Trimmed Mesh Sneakers
Another forward technical sneaker style for your consideration.
New Balance
2002R Sneakers
So creamy and chic.
New Balance
New Balance 327 Sneakers
You'll wear these so much.
New Balance
RC42 Sneakers
Gum soles and quiet retro vibes.
New Balance
1000 SL Leather and Mesh Sneakers
Understated and cool.
New Balance
2002R Leather-Trimmed Mesh and Suede Sneakers
Chunky shoes are still trucking along.
New Balance
998 Core Rubber-Trimmed Leather, Mesh and Suede Sneakers
Just aggressively dadcore.
New Balance
550 Perforated Leather Sneakers
This rich texture.
New Balance
990V4 Leather and Mesh Sneakers
Sporty.
New Balance
996 Suede and Mesh Sneakers
Copenhagen Fashion Week approves.
Nike
Nike
Cortez Vintage Sneaker
My best attempt to convince you that a pair of suede sneakers is peak fall 2024.
Nike x Jacquemus
Air Max 1 SP Suede-Trimmed Perforated Leather Sneakers
It's not shocking that this Jacquemus collab is a hot-ticket item.
Nike
V2K Run Rubber, Suede and Metallic Leather-Trimmed Mesh Sneakers
This butter-yellow suede feels especially chic.
Nike
Dunk Low Brushed-Suede Sneakers
Do not get me started on the texture of this brushed suede.
Nike
Zoom Vomero 5 Metallic Leather, Rubber and Mesh Sneakers
Nike's technical sneakers du jour.
Nike
Cortez Leather and Suede-Trimmed Shell Sneakers
Punchy retro sneakers are still the way.
Nike
Zoom Vomero 5 SP Sneaker
For those days when you just know you'll be running errands in leggings.
Nike
Zoom Vomero 5 SP Sneakers
For everyone who loves an all-white version.
Nike
Dunk Low Sneaker
This colorway is called Sail, Cacao Wow, and Coconut Milk. The end.
This post was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
Natalie Cantell is an NYC-based style director, creative consultant, and fashion editor, who regularly contributes from Paris. She was the executive director of Who What Wear and Marie Claire’s brand studio until 2023, and now freelances globally on shoots, stories, and special projects.