With a new season upon us, it’s the perfect time to sift through your closet and get some spring cleaning done so you can suit up for a restock. There’s no better way to level up your style refresh than by scoring a good deal on a coveted designer sneaker. After all, shoes are often the first thing that people notice. At the time we put this list together, these 10 luxury sneakers were all available under retail on StockX.
Alexander McQueen Oversized Ivory Black
Simple luxury is at the top of mind when it comes to the Alexander McQueen Oversized sneaker in Ivory Black. This white classic calf leather sneaker is sleek, featuring an oversized rubber sole and black details on its back. Flat large laces with the Alexander McQueen logo on the tongue and back counter round out this sneaker, and the black and white minimal combo makes for a spring staple piece.
Balenciaga Track Black
If you’re in the market for a new track sneaker this season, the Balenciaga Track is a stellar choice. The Track is made of nylon and mesh, as opposed to leather, giving it an airy, light feel. The Balenciaga logo is embossed on the tongue and printed on the exterior, and the shoe has a cool, edgy washed effect that alludes to a well-worn, easy look.
Balenciaga Track White
If you’re looking for something a little lighter for the season, consider the Balenciaga Track in White. Like its black counterpart, it’s a solid choice for a spring sneaker, and the all-white combined with the subtle Balenciaga embossed label make for a polished, smooth look.
Lanvin Leather Curb White Ivory
The Lanvin Leather Curb White Ivory is an exaggerated, confident sneaker designed by Bruno Sialelli, the fashion house’s creative director. Made in suede, mesh, and nappa calfskin leather, you’ll notice the shoe’s comfort level thanks to its padded tongue, rounded shape and curved metallic eyelets. The quilted tongue and embossed Mother and Child logo gives the white shoe a unique edge that takes its inspiration from ‘90’s street wear.
Saint Laurent Court Classic SL/10 Perforated White
Another minimalist favorite, the Saint Laurent Court Classic SL/10 is a sneaker that stands out without trying. This low-top laced shoe is decorated in perforated leather and suede, and its cool factor is amped up by the gold-tone Saint Laurent inscriptions both on the side and embossed in the back. It’s a sneaker that’s both easy to dress up for nights out and down for casual days.
Christian Louboutin Spikes High Black
For a bold statement this season, grab a pair of these Christian Louboutin Spikes High Top Black sneakers. The black on black body of the shoe marries with tonal cone studs that pierce the toe and fortify the sidewalls, with a dramatic and stunning end result. The signature Louboutin pop of red at the sole mesh with the overall black tones to create a sneaker sure to garner attention – and likely some jealous looks. If you’re in the market for a pair of Louboutins under a grand, you’ve just found them.
Versace Chain Reaction White Mesh Rubber Suede
Originally debuting in 2019, the Versace Chain Reaction ‘White’ is comprised of a white mesh upper, tonal suede toe, dipped laces, and a cloudy Greca cage. Versace designer Salehe Bembury conceived the Chain Reaction after looking at a Cuban chain link and recognizing that its flat sections might make a functional outsole. These progressive elements reinterpret the fashion house’s iconography, and the result is an exaggerated sneaker that affords both comfort and dramatic height. A Greek key pattern across the vamp and a Medusa head on the heel pay homage to the label’s Italian heritage.
Nike Air Monarch IV Martine Rose Black
The Nike Air Monarch IV is one of the brand’s most popular sneakers of all time, and it’s come a long way from its reputation as a “dad shoe.” A collaboration between the iconic shoe brand and London-base designer Martine Rose, the shoe’s tried-and-true comfort on the inside isn’t lost when it comes to Rose’s fashion-forward, futuristic take on the Monarch, courtesy of PU inserts underneath the synthetic leather upper. Think of the Martine Rose Black model as the high fashion version of what a lot of other rival shoe companies have attempted to do.
Balenciaga Triple S Black (2019)
The Balenciaga Triple S Black, released in 2019, is arguably the most minimal colorway of the now-iconic chunky sneaker. Sure, it’s all black, but that doesn’t mean it’s not interesting or nice to look at. It’s a modern, high-tech look, and the Triple S – named for its massive three-sole construction – features lightweight textile and mesh, along with chunky sole support. It’s also the sneaker that launched a generation of chunky designer sneakers.
Balenciaga Triple S Grey Red Blue (2018 reissue)
The Balenciaga Triple S Grey Red Blue is the version that put the label’s Triple S sneaker on the map. It’s the most extreme version of what was once called the “chunky” “dad shoe” trend that built off the foundation created by sneakers like the Nike Air Monarch IV. The grey, red, and blue colorway may seem boring at first glance, but this OG Triple S is anything but.
