The Top Sneakers of 2025, According to 'Marie Claire' Readers
You have great taste.
We looked at our internal data, crunched the numbers, and identified the top 10 sneakers of 2025, according to you, the Marie Claire reader. Spoiler: Y'all really, really like Adidas.
Adidas Taekwondo Sneaker
You might not be surprised to learn that the Adidas Taekwondo was, by far, the most popular sneaker of 2025 among Marie Claire readers. The shoe style, first introduced in the 2000s, falls within a broader trend we've seen within footwear: a preference for a slimmer profile. (See the rise of ballet sneakers.) It started gaining traction late last year, and its ascendance to the top of the fashion echelon was confirmed when Lyst named it as the #2 hottest product of Q1 2025. They've since been spotted on Jennifer Lawrence, Dakota Johnson, and a host of other It girls. Kendall Jenner even put it on her holiday wish list.
The Adidas Taekwondo comes both laced and laceless, in a host of colors, as well as with a visible rubber outsole or as a laced-up ballet flat. Designers including Stella McCartney and Jeremy Scott have iterated on the style in their collaborations with the brand over the years—further proof that its appeal is eternal.
Adidas Samba
Sometimes, you can't beat a classic. And it doesn't get more classic than the Adidas Samba.
Years after Wales Bonner reignited fashion's love with the sneaker (which was first introduced in the 1950s and then reimagined as we know it today in the '70s) in her first collection with Adidas back in 2020, tastemakers—from It girls to celebrities—still can't get enough. It's easy to understand why: Sambas are some of the most versatile sneakers you can buy, and the brand has released a variety of riffs on the beloved style. (With a platform sole! With a long tongue! As a Mary Jane!)
Adidas Tokyo Sneaker
Coming in at #3, Adidas' Tokyo Sneaker is right on the heels of its archival sibling, the Taekwondo. Another favorite of Jennifer Lawrence's and Kendall Jenner's (both of whom are documented Adidas aficionados), the retro rerelease has been steadily rising through the It-shoe ranks, especially for casual outings. If you haven't already added it to your rotation, meet your new go-to off-duty sneaker in 2026.
Adidas SL72 OG Shoes
Another retro favorite, Adidas' SL72 OG Shoes—a lightweight running sneaker design from the '70s, relaunched in 2024—have a sportier look than some of the brand's other reissues, with their more pronounced rubber outsoles. They're still slimmer than most athletic styles, and they boast a nylon upper, making them feel lighter.
Bonner is a fan, including a version of the SL72 in her first ever collection for Adidas. Bad Bunny put his own spin on the style with his hybrid Adizero SL72, part of his ongoing collaboration with the brand; the most recent edition dropped in September.
Adidas Handball Spezial Shoes
The Adidas Handball Spezial Sneakers are often dubbed a Samba alternative. Like the name suggests, these were originally intended for elite handball players, but have been embraced off the court by those drawn to the retro feel of the suede upper and rubber outsole. Case in point: Lily Collins was spotted wearing them on set of Emily in Paris season five. If you want a little more support from your footwear in 2026, swap your Sambas for these.
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