The days when chunky sneakers reigned supreme are behind us. Slender silhouettes have taken over as a dominant 2025 sneaker trend with their foot-hugging, subtly retro-inspired look that feels more like ballet flats than traditional runners. If you want to get a pair for yourself, I found the best ones to shop at Zara, Mango, and Nordstrom.
My favorite picks include the in-demand Adidas sneakers that Jennifer Lawrence can’t stop wearing and a pair of Mary-Jane sneakers from Zara’s new summer collection that give the term "sneakerina"—one of editor-in-chief Nikki Ogunnaike's favorite shoe trends—a new meaning. Plus, some options come in the season’s trendiest shades, like butter yellow and chocolate brown. The best part, though, is that every pair on this list clocks in at less than $200. Read: You can build your perfect summer shoe wardrobe while sticking to your budget.
Keep scrolling to shop all of the slender sneakers I have my eyes on this season. I own several pairs on this list, so trust that they're shopping-editor approved.
These fire-engine red sneakers from Zara are my all-time favorite pair, just on the color alone.
Everyone—and I do mean everyone, from Kendall Jenner to Jennifer Lawrence—loves these Adidas Tokyo sneakers.
These Taekwondo sneakers are another top-trending Adidas silhouette.
How sweet are these mesh sneaker-flat hybrids?
If you love the look of the original Taekwondo sneakers but feel that a lace-up pair is more your speed, try these.
These hit on two major trends—brown and suede—so they're a must-have.
The name doesn't lie: These kicks are some of the slimmest on my list, and the most versatile.
A little sporty and a little sleek, these sneakers are the coolest option.
The Adidas Gazelles are an OG favorite of mine.
If Rihanna loves a pair of Puma Speedcats, then I will (consider) buying them.
I love the two-tone look on this pair.
These Jeffrey Campbell sneakers come in a few fun colors, but the black version is my favorite.
Metallic sneakers are so cool for the summer.
The butter yellow takeover hasn't slowed down yet—and these sneakers will keep up with the trend.
Not quite white, not quite tan—these cream sneakers are the perfect happy medium. (Meaning, they're incredibly easy to style.)
These satin sneakers are so ballerina-coded.
I'm so obsessed with this latest Vans launch, I already own it in two colors.
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