5 stylish sneakers with the luxury aficionado seal of approval: from Giuseppe Zanotti’s Talons and Christian Louboutin’s high-tops, to Roger Vivier and Zegna’s slip-ons and Chanel’s chic trainers

STORYStephanie Miu

Apr 3 , 2023

Christian Louboutin’s Louis Starlight high-top sneakers pay homage to Las Vegas’ multicoloured neon lights. Photo: Christian Louboutin

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5 luxury brands are proving that their sneakers are defined by extravagance, like Roger Vivier’s slip-ons with rhinestone buckles, while Zegna’s luxuriant leather lining makes it hard to take them off

You could also go for Chanel’s chic yet casual laminated trainers, Christian Louboutin’s Louis Starlight high-tops or Giuseppe Zanotti’s latest low-tops that feature denim and frayed trim

Streetwear’s assimilation into high fashion is long complete.

Chanel’s Cruise spring/summer 2022-2023 looks. Photo: Chanel

Long gone are the days where streetwear lives in a parallel universe to luxury footwear as these colourful and contrasting kicks from top luxury houses prove. Whether you’re a fan of low-tops or slip-ons, here are 5 stylish sneakers you need to pay attention to this spring:

1. Giuseppe Zanotti

Giuseppe Zanotti’s Talon sneakers are ideal for a day out in the city. Photo: Giuseppe Zanotti

Known for its fashion-forward trainers, the brand’s latest low-top Talon model is made from blue cotton with a jeans print plus frayed trim, with a blue rubberised signature on the tongue and a white rubber sole, US$796.

2. Christian Louboutin

Christian Louboutin’s Louis Starlight high-top sneakers are the perfect companions to a party. Photo: Christian Louboutin

Part of the Viva Las Vegas capsule, the Louis Starlight high-top trainers pay homage to the casino capital’s multicoloured neon glow in embroidered fabric, adorned with strass, US$3,299.

3. Roger Vivier

Roger Vivier’s Very Vivier strass buckle sneakers in velvet are lush. Photo: Roger Vivier