These Are the Best Fall Sneakers to Kick Off the New Season

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The Fashion Market Director’s Pick

Golden Goose Marathon

Marathon

The retro runner silhouette is taking footwear by storm this season. This Golden Goose pair is a favorite of ELLE’s fashion and accessories market director, Alexis Wolfe. “I love the old-school ’70s running sneaker vibes of Golden Goose’s Marathon style. I was lucky enough to visit the factory where each shoe is distressed. Plus, in-store customization offers the client the opportunity to really create something unique.”

Colors: Red

Sizes: EU 35-40

Material: 37% cow leather, 34% polyester, 18% polyamide, 6% sheepskin leather, 5% polyurethane

The streetwear collab

Adidas x Wales Bonner SL76

SL76

Another season, another Adidas x Wales Bonner collab that is simply irresistible. The nostalgic vibe and pastel blue color are perfect for the transition to fall for those of us who aren’t quite ready to say farewell to summer.

Colors: Ash Blue

Sizes: US 4-13.5

Material: Leather, suede

The designer collab

New Balance x Miu Miu 530 SL

530 SL

That one pair that subtly says, “If you know, you know.” These aren’t just your typical New Balances, they’re New Balance x Miu Miu. I think that says it all, no?

Colors: Cinnamon, Ecru

Sizes: US 4-12

Material: Suede

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The fall color scheme

Loewe Flow Runner

Flow Runner

If you’ve already started your biannual closet turnover, these are for you. In the perfect autumn color combo, these Loewe sneakers welcome the new season with open arms.

Colors: Shitake, green

Sizes: EU 36-41

Material: Nylon, suede

The perfectly distressed pair

Greats The Charlie Distressed

The Charlie Distressed

A damsel in distressed sneakers sounds better than the fairy tales, doesn’t it?

Colors: White/Black, Purple Multi, Blue Multi, Grey, Red

Sizes: US 6-10

Material: Leather, suede

The retro silhouette

Nike Cortez

Cortez

The time has come for you to trade in your red ballet flats for something a bit more sporty.

Colors: 7 options

Sizes: US 5-11

Material: Textile, suede

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The luxury runner

The Row Owen Runner

Owen Runner

If quiet luxury is your cup of tea, then let me serve it to you hot.

Colors: Brown

Sizes: US 6-12

Material: Nylon, suede

The sporty pair

Stella McCartney S-Wave Sport Mesh Paneled Sneakers

S-Wave Sport Mesh Paneled Sneakers

As the greenery fades to orange autumn foliage, let this bold green pair take the streets.

Colors: Fern Green, Midnight Black, Pure White, Pecan Brown, Lipstick Red

Sizes: EU 35-43

Material: Recycled mesh, rubber

the pastel pick

Rag & Bone Retro Runner Slim

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Pastels for fall? Now that’s groundbreaking (and very welcome).

Colors: Denim Blue

Sizes: EU 35-41

Material: Technical satin, suede

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The playful pair

Sam Edelman Isabel Sneaker

Isabel Sneaker

Summer’s hottest color trend is making its case for fall fashion, and I’m not mad about it.

Colors: Yellow Flash, Cafe Tan/Oat, Soft Silver/Off White, Custard/Ivory/Bright Pi

Sizes: US 5-11

Material: Leather, fabric, synthetic

The lace free pair

Salomon XT-6 Skyline

XT-6 Skyline

Add a little (sporty) spice to your wardrobe this fall.

Colors: White Pepper/Peach Quartz/Orchid Petal, Carbon/Sunny Lime/Sulphur Spring

Sizes: US 5-14

Material: Synthetic, textile, rubber

The canvas classic

Converse Chuck 70 Canvas

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Chuck 70 Canvas

Buying a new pair of sneakers that isn’t just for fall but great for all year round? Very demure, very mindful.

Colors: 14 options

Sizes: US 5-15

Material: Canvas

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The understated pair

Acne Studios Bars Leather Low-Top Sneakers

Bars Leather Low-Top Sneakers

The black leather season is back like it never left, and Acne Studios made just the sneakers for it.

Colors: Anthracite Grey, White Brown

Sizes: US 5-11

Material: Leather, polyester

The chunky sole

New Balance 9060

9060

It’s safe to say that the New Balance 9060s have become a classic for any season. A chunky sole in a neutral palette like this one is the perfect balance.

Colors: Rain Cloud, Sea Salt

Sizes: US 6.5-15.5

Material: Leather, textile, synthetic

The animal print pair

Alohas Tb.490 Rife

Tb.490 Rife

I’ll never get tired of animal print, and this season, it’ll never look better than in the form of the perfect sneaker.

Colors: 23 options

Sizes: EU 35-42

Material: Leather, rubber

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