Sneak Attack: 18 Cool Pairs of Sneakers You Need Now

Adidas Samba Classic

The Adidas Samba Classic sneakers launched in the 1950s, but gained popularity in the 70s among soccer fans in England. They’re visibly sporty in nature, with three bold side stripes, a massive tongue, and a flat, skinny sole.

The most popular colorways are white-on-black, or black-on-white, which both make styling extremely easy. Speaking for myself (I own the black-on-white version), the Adidas Samba Classic sneakers are by far the most versatile pair of shoes in my closet right now.

Adidas Gazelle Bold

These platformed stompers have been flooding my Pinterest feed for who knows how long – especially the bubblegum pink + green ones! Though seemingly similar from afar, the Adidas Gazelle Bold sneakers ($120) stand out from the Samba Classics given their thicker rubber sole, suede outer, and understated tongue.

With the bulkier look, a more structured ‘fit would look great with the Gazelle Bold sneakers. Think wide leg cargo pants and varsity jackets.

The Gazelle Indoor Shoes ($120) stand opposite the Bolds with a flatter foot, plus they come in a gorgeous royal blue color, which Glamour predicts will be a massive footwear trend come summertime!

• More popular colorways:
  • Blue + red
  • Orange + neon green
  • Mint green + pink

Adidas Campus 00s

While the Adidas Sambas and Gazelles are more soccer/football-focused, the Campus 00s ($110) draw inspiration from skateboarding culture.

The sneakers have a bulkier, more padded look to them that feel reminiscent of the early 2000s Osiris shoes that were (regrettably) everywhere (even on my own feet). The laces are wide and chunky, while the outer material is fully suede. Still, the Campus 00s retain the signature Adidas stripes down the sides for recognizability.

The cool gals are wearing these Adidas sneakers with baggy jeans and baby tees – an exceptionally easy uniform to rock year-round!

• More popular colorways:
  • Red + light pink
  • Pink + white
  • Gray + black

Adidas Handball Spezial

The Adidas Handball Spezial sneakers ($110) were originally designed for indoor handball players in 1979. Like the Gazelle Bolds, the Spezials have a uniform outer that’s entirely suede, with the signature stripe trio being an exception (made from leather).

The shoe’s tongue and gum rubber sole are familiar, too, and make the style super casual.

You can easily style these Adidas sneakers with your go-to jeans or even some long shorts and they’ll look iconic.

• More popular colorways:
  • Brown + white
  • Indigo + blue
  • Light blue + orange

Adidas Forum Low

Inspired by “the energy of collegiate style,” the Adidas Forum Low sneakers ($100) have a sporty, practical feel, but boast versatility when it comes to styling. The mixed-material outer favors smooth leather, which provides a more formal vibe for pairing with everything from sweatpants to denim.

The Forum Lows are definitely more padded than the Sambas or Gazelle Indoor models, with even more tread at the bottom to support your steps.

• More popular colorways:
  • Pink + red
  • White + blue
  • White + red

A New Day Jonie Ankle Strap Footbed Sandals

Want the headed-to-the-Hamptons look without shelling out extra coins? Turn your attention to these simple, chic beige sandals. This pair is designed with an ankle strap so your feet won't slide out of them and they're cushioned to provide the maximum amount of comfort!

Toss these on with a flowing Anthropologie dress and you'll be ready to take on the day for sure. Plus, your quick hot mom walk won't be complete with them!

Universal Thread Betsey Clog Mule Flats

These Birkenstock Boston dupes are everything. Again, comfort is queen, and these low key shoes don't require a lot of effort. Clog mule flats give you the chance to slide your feet into something that doesn't require you to be dressed up, yet still feel put together. Grab these to go with your fave casual spring outfit, and walk out the door in style.

A New Day Janie Ballet Flats

It's giving the Chanel flats for waaaaaay less! With the ballet flat resurgence, I'm so here for this affordable take on a classic look. These are great for all your ballet-core looks, date night dresses, and french style fits.

Reebok Classic Nylon Performance Sneakers

Reebok really struck gold with this pastel palette and pretty silhouette. These classic sneakers tend to withstand the test of time, and even seem to look better the more you wear them. The Nylon Performance Sneakers are perfect for days you want to wear an elevated, yet comfy look.

A New Day Annette Slingback Heels

Silver heels can make any outfit shine and look perfectly polished — not just because of their shiny exterior. 😉 This kitten heel is only 2 inches, so you get a little lift without straining your feet too much. I'd love to pair these with some wide-legged jeans and a band shirt or a graphic tee!

A New Day Blakely Mule Heels

Wedding season is quickly OTW, so it's essential to have a pair of breathable, comfy heels in case you're on bridesmaid — or dance floor — duty. This style is guaranteed to take you from standing by the altar to letting loose at the recepetion without any issues! The pair comes in three colors (black, cream, and nude), so they can go with basically anything, too...including that ​interesting ​dress the bride so kindly picked out for you. 😘

When is Taylor Swift releasing Reputation (Taylor's Version)?

We don't have an official Reputation (Taylor's Version) release date yet, but all signs were originally pointing to an announcement on February 16, 2024. When the music video for "Karma" from Midnights came out, featuring a shot of Taylor holding a cappuccino, Swifties immediately picked up on the symbolism. The blue nail (which represents 1989 (Taylor's Version)) lines up with the 8 on the clock, and the black nail lines up with the 2 on the clock. Taylor ended up announcing 1989 TV on August 9 — and then announced The Tortured Poets Department(also known as TS11) onstage at the 2024 Grammys in February!

TaylorNation just teased the Reputation (Taylor's Version) release date by hopping on the latest internet trend, which uses the "You wouldn't last an hour in the asylum where they raised me" lyric from "Who's Afraid Of Little Old Me?" Their Instagram carousel features images that have sent Swifties spiraling in the past, but there are two pics I'm paying special attention to: the "five holes in the fence" image from the Lover era, and a "Bejeweled" music video still of Taylor Swift pressing 3 in an elevator. May 3 (5/3) comes two weeks after the TTPD release, and since Taylor has been emphasizing her lead single "Fortnight" with the "For a Fortnight" challenge, it looks like it could line up perfectly.

There are plenty of other potential summer release dates too! Swifties know Taylor Swift lives and breathes the number 13, and that she's been making her recent rerecording announcements at her Eras Tour shows.

Well, this summer, Taylor is heading to Milan for a show on Saturday, July 13. X user @roranotaurora points out that the symbol for Milan is a snake (it's also a symbol for Rep!) AND that on July 13, 1977, there was a blackout across New York City. When Taylor announced the original Reputation in 2017, the "Don't Blame Me" singer blacked out all her social media. If she announced the album in July, there's a good chance we'd get it just in time for autumn, chilly weather, and Daylight Savings Time, all three of which go perfectly with the Reputation aesthetic.

There's another 13 we need to pay attention to as well: December 13, which is also Taylor Swift's birthday. The popstar had the date front and center in her Tortured Poets Department pop-up installation. Since the date falls on a Friday, it's the perfect day to drop some new music...

Are there any other clues that Reputation (Taylor's Version) will come out next?

Recently, Taylor showed up to the 81st Golden Globe Awards in an all green ensemble, which is already so Reputation-coded to begin with. However, fans noticed one teeeeeeeny tiny detail about her look that really leans into all the theories that Rep (TV) is next. If you zoom in on her rings, one of them is a snake that's wrapped around her finger. 🐍

And after Taylor Swift released a video teasing her new album, Swifties are analyzing all the snakeskin patterns (on the curtains, the floor, and the green couch), as well as the dark visuals. While the video moves from the dark room to a bright one for TTPD, I'm convinced we'll be returning — or continuing down the hallway where you can see a dark picture frame waiting for us...

All the surprise songs at her Tokyo Eras Tour shows referenced falling apart, and a huge part of the Reputation era was related to a quote from Taylor that says "when she fell, she fell apart." Before playing "The Outside" as her piano surprise song on February 9, she made a joke that the song was 175 years old — which has Swifties thinking August 2 (175 days from February 9) could be the album's release date. Considering "The Outside" is off her first album, it's also possible we're getting Taylor Swift (Taylor's Version) in August!

A recent Disney+ ad that paired the Eras Tour film and Disney Pixar's Cars went viral on Twitter because its tagline is "Getaway Car," one of the most beloved songs on Reputation (Taylor's Version)! No matter when the album drops, having Taylor Swift's final two re-recordings be her name and her reputation is literally so iconic and I can't wait to listen.

What Taylor Swift songs are on Reputation (Taylor's Version)?

We know that, based on previous re-recordings, Reputation (Taylor's Version) will have the original tracklist and an unknown number of vault tracks that Taylor wrote ahead of the Reputation era. PEOPLE also confirmed we'll be able to hear Taylor Swift's "Look What You Made Me Do (Taylor's Version)" in the new docuseries for the New England Patriots! You can also hear a snippet in the trailer for Ashley Benson's Wilderness ;). Here's what you can expect on Taylor Swift's Reputation (Taylor's Version). I'm really hoping the vault tracks include "I Don't Want To Live Forever"!

1. "Ready For It? (Taylor's Version)"
2. "End Game (Taylor's Version)"
3. "I Did Something Bad (Taylor's Version)"
4. "Don't Blame Me (Taylor's Version)"
5. "Delicate (Taylor's Version)"
6. "Look What You Made Me Do (Taylor's Version)"
7. "So It Goes... (Taylor's Version)"
8. "Gorgeous (Taylor's Version)"
9. "Getaway Car (Taylor's Version)"
10. "King Of My Heart (Taylor's Version)"
11. "Dancing With Our Hands Tied (Taylor's Version)"
12. "Dress (Taylor's Version)"
13. "This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things (Taylor's Version)"
14. "Call It What You Want (Taylor's Version)"
15. "New Year's Day (Taylor's Version)"

What is Taylor Swift wearing to Grammys 2024?

Taylor Swift showed up to the 2024 Grammys in a sculptural white gown from Schiaparelli Couture. I love how Taylor has hopped on the corset trend. This is my favorite neckline in recent years! Even though the dress is white instead of black or green — and ended up going along with the Tortured Poets Department (or TS 11) announcement — I think it's still a Reputation (Taylor's Version) Easter egg. White is, of course, the opposite of black, so I think it's a more unexpected reference to the album, with black accessories like gloves, shoes, and jewelry being a direct nod. Plus, the watch necklace pays homage to Midnights! At the 2022 VMAs, Taylor wore another Reputation-coded outfit before she announced Midnights, so I think it's definitely a pattern.

Is there gonna be a Reputation Taylor's Version?

Yes, we're getting a Reputation (Taylor's Version)! Taylor Swift has been very vocal about the fact she's rerecording her first five albums. However, she's been less direct about the order or the release schedule, which is honestly more fun! The official Taylor Nation account added fuel to the fire when they posted a photo of Taylor rehearsing for The Eras Tour — because, like @nashs_mom on TikTok says, the pose doesn't match up with any of the songs. While all the photos they've previously posted match up with numbers like "Enchanted" or "Illicit Affairs," the new pose seems to match up with "I Did Something Bad" (which is both the last Reputation surprise song left AND the perfect song to announce the rerecording).

"Hear me out," another TikTok user commented. "['I Did Something Bad'] was not part of the set list in 2023 but what if the first night of the tour in 2024 she performs [it] and announces REP TV."

"I literally ratatatataed as soon as I saw it," another user says, referencing the iconic production at the beginning of the song. We have less than a month before the Eras Tour starts up again, so I'm excited to see when we'll finally get a Reputation (Taylor's Version) announcement!

What caused Taylor Swift to make Reputation?

The primary catalyst for Taylor Swift's Reputation era was a phone call with Kanye West and Kim Kardashian. After Taylor said Kanye did not have her permission to say he "made that b-tch famous" in "Famous," a video leak from Kim seemed to show Taylor did actually give her permission (it was later revealed the video was edited, and Taylor gave her permission to be mentioned, NOT to be called a b-tch).

"#TaylorSwiftIsOverParty" began trending on Twitter, and everyone from the media to the general public began calling her a snake. So she disappeared from the public eye for over a year, and Reputation was born. The era was moody — and full of snake imagery. Taylor says in her TIME interview that the album came from "a goth-punk moment of female rage at being gaslit by an entire social structure," and told Rolling Stone in 2019 that Reputation was a "metaphor" and her "playing a character."

How old was Taylor when she wrote Reputation?

Taylor began writing Reputation in 2016, when she was 27. However, the stories she's telling go back farther than that since "Dancing With Our Hands Tied" talks about a relationship from when she was 25.

Is Reputation a love album?

While Reputation is sassy, moody, and satirical, I stand by the idea that it's actually a love album at its core. While the general public talked most about "Ready for It?" and "Look What You Made Me Do," songs like "Delicate," "Call It What You Want," and "New Year's Day" are all about healing after the media turned against her. The message of the album is all about how she wants to spend the the ins and outs of life with people she loves, because they make the boring days beautiful, which is also the sentiment running throughout "Lover."

"I want your midnights, but I'll be cleaning up bottles with you on New Year's Day" and "We can leave the Christmas lights up 'til January" are the same!!

What are the Reputation Taylor's Version vault tracks?

While we don't have the tracklist for Reputation (Taylor's Version) yet, she did mention in her TIME interview that the vault tracks will be "fire."

"I’m collecting horcruxes,” she says of the rerecordings. “I’m collecting infinity stones. Gandalf’s voice is in my head every time I put out a new one. For me, it is a movie now.”

I'm going to be real honest, this is the line that sent me into a tailspin because the idea that Taylor loves stories like Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, and the MCU as much as I do is too much!! But it makes sense because after all, she IS a storyteller.