These Colorful Sneakers Are the Perfect Way to Brighten Up Your Wardrobe

Whenever I’m thirsty for a punch of color, I find myself reaching for this Puma classic. With an array of striking colorways and a retro-inspired campaign starring Dua Lipa, the Palermo is making strides to become the fan favorite of the year.

Sizes: 6-15.5

Colors: 8 options

Material: 99.36% leather upper, suede base and insole

Call it love at first stride; these Adidas x Wales Bonner sneakers became an instant favorite when I laid eyes on them. With just enough of a colorful flair to draw you in, this pair is simply cool while never being gaudy. Check out this refreshing take on the Adidas style if you’re feeling the Samba/Gazelle fatigue.

Sizes: 4.5-13

Colors: Blue, Yellow

Material: Knit mesh, leather, brushed suede

Get physical with these vintage-inspired sneakers from Stella McCartney. Made of recycled mesh fabric, this breathable pair adds an irresistible pop of color (see colorways, Fern Green and Lipstick Red) for all-day wear.

Sizes: 5-13

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

Material: 90% Polyamide. 4% polyester upper; recycled mesh panelling

Where island aesthetics meet the streets, these Loewe trainers are pure eye candy. For fans of a mid-top silhouette, this limited-edition pair from the brand’s Paula’s Ibiza collection is hungry for some mileage.

Sizes: 5-11

Colors: Pink, Light Powder

Material: Nylon/suede upper

For a sustainable take on a classic, colorful canvas shoe, let me introduce you to Cariuma. Customers consistently raved about its high quality, so it might be time to put this bold pair in your sneaker rotation.

Sizes: 5-13

Colors: 23 options

Material: Organic cotton canvas

If a colorful shoe is usually not your fancy, let these Gucci sneakers change your mind. With a delicate pastel palette, they offer just the right amount of color without going overboard. For all the white shoe lovers out there, don’t jump ship before checking these out.

Sizes: 4-12

Colors: White/Blue/Lilac, Brown/Blue, Beige/Pink/Ebony

Material: 100% calf leather

The futuristic Kawana 2 sneaker is not only the real deal for runners but also a great, eye-catching, everyday option for anyone in need of a comfortable trainer. Supported by thousands of favorable reviews, these sneakers might make you actually want to go out and run those errands.

Sizes: 5-11

Colors: Ether/Mirage, White/Nimbus Cloud, Vanilla/Sandstone, Black/Black, Black/White

Material: Single-layer mesh

I’d like to say that this low-top staple from Vans is making a comeback, but they really never left. A classic canvas shoe will always be there for you, so maybe now is the time to return the favor.

Sizes: 5-14.5

Colors: 9 options

Material: Canvas upper

If colorful sneakers are your kryptonite, don’t worry. These new On Cloudaway trainers offer the subtlest hint of saturation for the color-adverse.

Sizes: 5-11

Colors: Glacier/Seedling, Asphalt/Ivory, Ice/Glacier, All Black

Material: Mesh, faux suede, and textile upper

These Dolce & Gabbana platform trainers might be the bold, electric shoes you’ve been dreaming of, or at least they fit the bill. With a bounce of height on the side, this lemony, lightning-yellow colorway is a standout for sure, whether you wear them on an Italian getaway or on the go downtown.

Sizes: 5-12

Colors: Yellow/White

Material: Fabric upper; 84% Viscose, 10% Calfskin, 6% Polyamide