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Vogue Names Brown Sneakers the Season's Most Wearable Footwear Trend

other · 2026-10-21

According to Vogue's selection of the top brown sneakers for 2026, these once-dull shoes have become essential. The collection features retro designs and vintage-inspired styles, showcasing suede in shades like taupe, cocoa, and latte, as well as sleek leather options such as the Adidas Japan. Additionally, sporty nylon models like Miu Miu's Plume are included. Celebrities have embraced this trend; earlier this summer, Rihanna sported light brown Nike x Jacquemus Moon shoes with a khaki trench and baggy blue jeans. In September 2025, Selena Gomez was spotted in Steve Madden sneakers, while Gigi Hadid wore russet-toned Larroudé shoes in New York. The list also includes various styles from Speedcat to Collegium Pista, with Saks Fifth Avenue mentioned as a retailer.

Key facts

  • Vogue published an edit of the best brown sneakers for 2026
  • Rihanna wore light brown Nike x Jacquemus Moon shoes earlier in the summer
  • Simone Ashley wore caffè-colored Puma Speedcats with a butter yellow sundress
  • Selena Gomez sported a Steve Madden pair in September 2025
  • Gigi Hadid wore suede russet-toned Larroudé sneakers in New York in September 2025
  • Dakota Johnson wore chocolate brown Nike Cortez sneakers in 2024
  • The edit includes Adidas Japan Decon and Miu Miu Plume sneakers
  • Saks Fifth Avenue is among the retailers cited

Entities

Artists

  • Rihanna
  • Simone Ashley
  • Emily Ratajkowski
  • Selena Gomez
  • Gigi Hadid
  • Dakota Johnson

Institutions

  • Vogue
  • Nike
  • Jacquemus
  • Puma
  • Steve Madden
  • Larroudé
  • Adidas
  • Miu Miu
  • New Balance
  • Collegium
  • Saks Fifth Avenue

Locations

  • New York
  • United States

Sources