Basic Sneakers / Trainer
Basic Sneakers / Trainer
Maison Margiela
Replica Suede & Leather Sneakers White
$790.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Gucci
Ace Web Stripe leather sneakers Red
$950.00
Mytheresa
-26%
Bibi Lou
Gamin Sneakers Beige
$139.95
$190.00
Anthropologie
Vince
Peyton Leather Sneaker Brown
$159.99
Rue La La
Veja
Volley O. T. Sneakers Brown
$155.00
Anthropologie
Ferragamo
Mediterr Eco Canvas Sneaker Pink
$279.99
Rue La La
Veja
Campo Leather Sneakers Gold
$175.00
Anthropologie
Golden Goose
Stardan Leather Sneaker White
$399.99
Rue La La
Michael Kors
Navy Jake Sneakers Size 41 Blue
$79.81
HEWI
Veja
V-10 Prime Suede & Leather Sneaker Blue
$149.99
Rue La La
Maison Margiela
Replica Suede & Leather Sneakers Black
$790.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-31%
Coolway
Becks X Silver Mist Sneakers
$89.95
$130.00
Anthropologie
Veja
V-10 Prime Suede & Leather Sneaker Red
$149.99
Rue La La
Veronica Beard
Riviera suede sneakers Brown
$360.00
Mytheresa
Veja
Esplar Logo Leather Sneaker White
$91.00
Rue La La
Golden Goose
Mid Star embellished suede high-top sneakers Beige
$695.00
Mytheresa
Vince
Oasis Suede Sneaker Green
$159.99
Rue La La
Vince
Peyton Leather Sneaker Black
$159.99
Rue La La
-70%
Philipp Plein
Big Bang Runner sneakers - unisex - Leather/Rubber/Calf Leather - 36 - Black
$166.00
$545.00
FARFETCH
Mario Valentino
Charme Leather Sneaker White
$185.99
Rue La La
Veja
V-90 Sneakers Green
$190.00
Anthropologie
Veja
Esplar Logo Leather Sneaker White
$129.99
Rue La La
Gucci
Web Stripe leather sneakers White
$1,010.00
Mytheresa
Veja
Esplar Logo Leather Sneaker White
$129.99
Rue La La
Gucci
Womens Gucci Ace Sneaker With Bee, White, Leather
$830.00
Gucci
The Flexx
The Flexx Hi Tide Leather Sneaker White
$48.00
Rue La La
-30%
Lanvin
Lite Curb suede sneakers White
$346.00
$495.00
Mytheresa
Valentino
Canvas & Leather Sneaker White
$228.99
Rue La La
Common Projects
Achilles Leather Sneaker Gray
$299.99
Rue La La
Bally
Jaren Leather Sneaker White
$152.00
Rue La La
Keds
Jump Kick Leather Sneakers - Blue - 5 1/2 M Talbots
$70.00
Talbots
Bally
Bennys Leather Sneaker Blue
$249.99
Rue La La
Veja
Panenka Bicolor Leather Sneakers White
$170.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-25%
Coolway
Goal Sneakers Pink
$89.95
$120.00
Anthropologie
-20%
Isabel Marant
Beth shearling-trimmed suede sneakers Brown
$488.00
$610.00
Mytheresa
-65%
Paul Green
Bella Sneaker in Ivory Suede at Nordstrom, Size 10.5Us White
$159.97
$455.00
Nordstrom
Ermenegildo Zegna
Triple Stitch leather sneakers Black
$1,450.00
Mytheresa
Valentino
Royco Leather Sneaker White
$440.00
Rue La La
Tom Ford
Cambridge velvet sneakers Red
$950.00
Mytheresa
-76%
Gucci
Rhyton leather sneakers White
$1,190.00
Mytheresa
Veja
Campo Leather Sneaker Silver
$126.99
Rue La La
-30%
Rick Owens
Sneaks canvas high-top sneakers Brown
$514.00
$735.00
Mytheresa
Ben Sherman
Century Sneaker
$41.99
Rue La La
Gucci
Screener leather sneakers Red
$1,160.00
Mytheresa
Ben Sherman
Glasgow Sneaker Blue
$30.00
Rue La La
Saint Laurent
Court Classic SL/06 leather sneakers White
$780.00
Mytheresa
Bally
Hedey Leather Sneaker Black
$152.00
Rue La La
Alexander McQueen
Oversized leather sneakers White
$590.00
Mytheresa
-64%
Pony
Linebacker Lux Sneakers in White/black/cement/gum at Nordstrom, Size 7.5
$39.99
$110.00
Nordstrom
Valentino Garavani
Valentino Garavani Open leather sneakers White
$770.00
Mytheresa
-37%
Tory Burch
Double T Howell Court sneakers - women - Leather - 10.5 - White
$220.00
$347.00
FARFETCH
Palm Angels
University LT Canvas & Suede Sneaker Pink
$199.99
Rue La La
-49%
Dune London
Tais Leather Sneaker Brown
$89.99
Rue La La
Intentionally blank
Sporty Ballet Sneakers Silver
$198.00
Anthropologie
Chloé
Chloe Kick Leather Sneaker
$529.99
Rue La La
Givenchy
White & Red Urban Street Sneakers Size 36
$392.30
HEWI
New Balance
Suede Sneaker Pink
$89.99
Rue La La
Veja
V-90 O.T. Leather Sneaker White
$159.99
Rue La La
-11%
Jil Sander
Mens Sneakers White
$860.00
$971.00
LUX LAIR
Jil Sander
Logo Canvas Sneaker Black
$339.99
Rue La La
Palm Angels
University LT Canvas & Suede Sneaker White
$169.99
Rue La La
-35%
Nike
Dunk Low Pro SB Black/White/Gum sneakers - men - Fabric/Leather/Suede/Rubber - 11.5
$109.00
$168.00
FARFETCH
Veja
V-10 Prime Leather Sneaker White
$126.99
Rue La La
Bally
Hedey Leather Sneaker Blue
$229.99
Rue La La
-28%
Philippe Model
Sneakers Brown
$292.00
$404.00
Yoox.com
Bally
Senny Leather Sneaker Blue
$186.00
Rue La La
-65%
adidas
BW Army Lux White Gum sneakers - unisex - Rubber/Calf Leather/Calf Leather - 9.5
$88.00
$255.00
FARFETCH
On Running
The Roger Advantage Sneaker White
$149.99
Rue La La
Bally
Jaren Leather Sneaker White
$209.99
Rue La La
Gucci
Screener leather sneakers Beige
$1,060.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Alexander McQueen
Oversized Sneaker in Military at Nordstrom, Size 11Us
$581.00
$830.00
Nordstrom
adidas Golf
Retrocross 25 Leather Spikeless Golf Shoe White
$49.99
Rue La La
Vince
Oasis Mixed Leather Retro Sneakers Blue
$275.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-36%
Dolce Vita
Notice Sneaker in Silver/gold Distress at Nordstrom, Size 8.5
$89.00
$139.00
Nordstrom
-25%
Coolway
Goal Sneakers Green
$89.95
$120.00
Anthropologie
Gucci
Ace GG Supreme Canvas & Leather Sneaker Green
$699.99
Rue La La
The Basic Anatomy of Sneakers Explained
The Basic Anatomy of Sneakers Explained
When you’re shopping for sneakers, it’s important to know exactly what it is you’re looking for. Do you need a pair for running? Or a pair to kick your feet up and look cool in? Regardless of the materials used or if they’re for fashion or function, every pair of basic sneakers are usually built with the same parts.
Knowing these parts can help you figure out the qualities you want in a new pair of sneakers. Use this guide and you’ll become more of a sneaker expert the next time you’re shoe shopping.
- Heel: The back part of the shoe. The heel raises up from the sole and acts as support for the back of the foot.
- Insole: The uppermost layer of the sole. It’s the part of the sneaker you put your foot on top of. It’s also usually one of the cheapest parts of the sneaker, after the laces. Insoles can affect your arches if the material is too thin or flat, and they are also removable.
- Lining: The inside of the shoe. The lining is the part of the sneaker that actually touches your feet and can serve several purposes, like cushioning and moisture-wicking, depending on the material used.
- Midsole: The layer of the sole between the insole or upper and the outsole. Usually formed from a lightweight material like foam, it provides shock absorption and adds comfort to a sneaker.
- Outsole: The outermost part of the sole. The outsole is the last layer of the sole and is the part that actually touches the ground. The type of outsole a shoe has determines its grip.
- Sole: The bottom portion of the shoe, the part that you put your foot on and walk on. It is made up of layers—the insole, midsole and outsole.
- Upper: The top portion of the shoe. The upper contains the rest of the parts that are attached to the sole, the parts that actually cover your foot.
- Toe Box: The section above the toes. The toe box is a part of the upper and functions as comfort and protection while enclosing the top of the foot.
What do you need in your next pair of sneakers? Now that you’ve got the terminology down, you’ll be able to find it with no problem.
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