11 Sneakers To Add To Your Closet In 2020

The Ninja ZX Torison sneakers are a serious pop of colour to add to your sneaker collection. With suede colour-block detailing of purple and black, you’re sure to stand out from the crowd. Not only are these a super cool design, but the comfort of these shoes can’t be matched.

The Air Jordan 1 will make the list every single year. It’s a timeless silhouette with a variety of different cuts available to suit your needs. Whether you want a low, a mid or a high, the Air Jordan 1 has you covered in numerous colourways. Within the sneaker community in recent years, it was an “OG or nothing” mentality but we’ve all come to realize that the Air Jordan 1 is good however you like it. So go ahead and grab a pair.

When it comes to basics, no one does it better than Fear of God. With high quality materials and simple construction that makes a lot of pieces come together easily, it’s no wonder why the brand has such a loyal following. It’s not just apparel they’re good at, if you take a look at the Fear of God 101, you’ll see a pair of sneakers that draws inspiration from the classic Vans Era silhouette with elements of Louis Vuitton’s Mr. Hudson silhouette sprinkled throughout as well.

With the continuing rise in the popularity of vintage apparel and accessories, having a clean retro basketball silhouette in your closet is a no question. The Reebok Question is a pair that perfectly fits the bill and the “Double Cross” colourway is sure to catch people’s attention with its classic silhouette reminiscent of Allen Iverson’s rookie year and also its different coloured toe box.

Under Armour has been pushed aside for so long by the big players in the performance basketball sneaker realm but when they launched Steph Curry’s signature collection, everything changed. The Curry line has steadily been improving throughout the years and with the recent launch of the Curry 7‘s, look no further if you need a clean pair of basketball shoes (that you can wear on-court or off-court) to add to your collection that won’t break the bank.

In case you missed it, the Nike x Sacai LD Waffle was arguably the top sneaker release of 2019 with its bright colourways and creatively put together silhouette. Sacai’s Chitose Abe fused together the Waffle Daybreak and LDV to form the LD Waffle and it was an instant hit. In early 2020, there are a few colourways expected to release and if you are able to get your hands on these, grab them and wear them proudly.

A silhouette that took over the fashion world in 2019 and grabbed the hearts of people all over the world, the New Balance 990 V5. The brand’s tagline for the sneaker says it all “Worn by supermodels in London and dads in Ohio.” It’s that slightly chunky all grey sneaker that you’ve seen on your favourite Instagram fashion model as well as the random dad from around the corner. One of the most versatile sneakers of 2019 should be a staple in your rotation for 2020.

When Converse revamped the timeless Chuck Taylor model with the All Star 70 model, it quietly went under the radar. The All Star 70 was the go-to Converse silhouette for fashion heads with its heavier canvas upper, the vintage finish on the midsole and the OG license plate on the heel. Whether you want a low-top or high-top, Converse has you covered so you can add a classic design to your closet for 2020 or go for one of the many limited collaborations.

These sneakers have been in the rotation for plenty of fashion fanatics throughout the years for its high-quality and simple aesthetics. What many people may not know is that this timeless silhouette is available for women through its women’s line, Woman by Common Projects. Whether you want to dress up or dress down with these, the Achilles Low is a great addition to any wardrobe.

Stella McCartney and adidas started their collaborative projects in 2005 but in recent years, we’ve seen some very interesting models come out. Whether it’s a vegan iteration of the timeless adidas Stan Smith or the AlphaEdge 4D with a 3D printed sole and a branded sockliner attached to the upper, Stella McCartney and adidas are truly pushing the envelope. You can find both of the previously mentioned sneakers at Saks 5th Avenue and at select retailers.

Whether you like it or not, the trend of platform sneakers is back. There are notable high-end brands such as Prada and Versace with their own iterations but the silhouettes that are most often seen on feet are from Converse and Nike that have incorporated the chunky platform soles to their iconic silhouettes in the Chuck Taylor and the Air Force 1. The Nike Air Force 1 Sage Low is a great option to add to your rotation if you’re looking for a slight boost to your wardrobe.