10 designer sneakers that’ll instantly elevate your look

Presumably, your sneaker wardrobe is stocked. But for moments when you’re looking for more fashion than function from your kicks, a designer style is fail-safe for an elevated effect.

Sleek color blocking, fanciful details (think: iridescent fabrics, leopard-print, or rhinestones), and chunky silhouettes currently prevail.

“Sneakers redefine luxury through comfort and good design,” says stylist and brand consultant, Meg Cuna, adding that it’s all about mixing aesthetics for a fresh and forward look.

“A sneaker needs to be a little unorthodox and futuristic to work with more classic pieces. Anything you would normally wear with a heel—like dresses, skirts, suits—replace with a good designer sneaker.”

Whether you pair yours with workout attire or prefer to offset jeans, dresses, and tailored pieces, below are 10 designer sneakers to shop now.

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Louis Vuitton Archlight Sneaker, $1,090

Creative director Nicolas Ghesquière swapped high heels for high-arched sneakers for his latest collection for Louis Vuitton. The result? A streetwear staple that’s literally elevated.

Your outfit isn’t the only thing worth matching your sneakers to—try pairing your favorite pair of kicks with your lipstick.