As luxury sales continue to be on the up in the U.S., every fashion house has their own iteration of a sneaker this season. Today, it’s one of the top-selling footwear categories across the globe. We used to only think about sneakers when we wanted to run errands, exercise, or needed a little more comfort while commuting. “As the RTW trends move away from athleisure and into more dressed up styles, designer sneakers are a great way to complement a look without feeling too serious,” adds Horvath.

“Designers have been incorporating sneakers into their runway shows and increasingly using them to lend a casual air to more polished looks,” says Leora Horvath, Director of Merchandising at GOAT. When it comes to luxury brands, we’ve seen them heavily investing in the sneaker category for several seasons now - and for good reason. The luxury designer sneaker market is booming at a high speed with no sign of slowing down. If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission.

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