5 Major 2026 Sneaker Trends I'm Shopping From Nordstrom This Spring

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I wear sneakers every day—no exaggeration. Whether I'm giving a polished outfit a casual touch with my retro Adidas Tokyos or leaning into a sporty-chic look on the weekend with my Salomons, I'm unquestionably embracing my sneaker era right now. For this reason, I'm never one to overlook a fresh silhouette, buzzy trend, or cool new brand. I've been analyzing the runways, celebrity looks, and street style scene to see what sneaker trends are set to dominate in 2026. Below, I'm sharing five sneaker styles that will have you looking altogether on-trend this year, from light-as-air designs championed on the runways by the likes of Celine and Prada to bright and bold colors all over the fashion set right now. Luckily, you don't have to go to countless stores to get your hands on them. I've found all five trends at trusty Nordstrom.

Keep scrolling to shop the major sneaker trends of 2026 at Nordstrom.

1. Low-Profile, Slim Sneakers

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Low-profile sneakers are dominating this year, and they're distinguished by a light-as-air design, a slim silhouette, and barely-there soles. They're understated, effortless, and endlessly wearable, championed by designers on the spring 2026 runway, including Celine, Prada, and Dries Van Noten. Whether you go for a neutral hue or bold color, they're the shoes of choice among the fashion set.

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2. Bold and Bright Colors

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A joyful Crayola color palette was seen all over the spring/summer 2026 runways, from cobalt blue to canary yellow and fire-engine red. Now, we're seeing this trend translate to sneakers. It's the perfect way to liven up a neutral outfit, making it look both intentional and fashion-forward.

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3. Ballerina Sneakers

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Ballet sneakers aka sneakerinas will continue their dominance in 2026. I'm seeing delicate sneaker styles, most notably in satin fabrics, sweeten up everything from denim to dresses and winter jackets.

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4. Sleek White Sneakers

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Sleek white sneakers anchored several of Celine's and Polo Ralph Lauren's S/S 26 runway looks—a far cry from the chunky Y2K styles we've seen the last few seasons. At Celine, the styles were a cross between lace-up jazz shoes and oxfords. Opt for a low-profile silhouette to pair with your miniskirts and tailored trousers.

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5. Soft Suede Sneakers

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Suede sneakers are sticking around for 2026, and it's easy to see why. They exude a rich-looking touch and add instant polish to any outfit. Neutral choices make for an easy go-to that you can style with almost everything. My advice? Invest in a good suede cleaner.

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Judith Jones
Judith Jones
Associate Shopping Director

Judith Jones is the associate shopping director atBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing and has worked in fashion for over a decade. She specializes in shopping content and trend stories with high-affiliate impact. She shares the coolest, most desirable fashion market finds and brands for every budget. Previous to working in fashion, Judith worked as a TV host on the PBS travel show Globe Trekker (airing on Netflix and Amazon Prime) sharing her passion for travel and culture.