These retro footwear collections are inspired by past decades and the most iconic styles of the 70s, 80s and 90s. While many are stylish and sleek, others would never pass a fashion judge's test from this year. However, the charm of retro sneakers lays in the nostalgia and not necessarily their design.
From cheetah print to glow-in-the-dark decals, retro sneakers employ various patterns and details from the past. Lace-less slip-on styles are one example that the Insta Pump Fury shoes drew on for inspiration. Running shoes from the past even showed signs of the early beginnings of wearable technology -- the LED step-sensing lights. Shop Jeen's LED sneakers are a nod to the many shoes, both children's and adults, that flashed these lights during the 90s as well.
23 Retro Revival Sneakers
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Retro Sci-Fi Footwear
Artist Mandy Roos Psychedelically Re-Imagines Experimental Shoe Designs
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70s-Inspired Sportswear
The Nike Liberty Collection Uses the Rarely Seen Merlin Scarf Print
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Dessert-Themed Footwear
The Latest Nike Shoe Collection is Inspired by Popular City Sweets
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Iconic Retro Footwear
The Air Jordan 1 Retro High 'Blake Griffin' Sneaker Celebrates the Baller
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Retro Patriotic Sneakers
The Air Jordan 6 Low White Infrared Hits Stores July 4th
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Disney Princess Sneakers
The Reebok x Disney Collaboration Reiterates the Insta Pump Fury
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Patriotic Sneaker Designs
These Nike Air Huaraches Celebrate American Independence Day
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Sleek Retro Sneakers
The Nike Cortez '72 Revives a Popular Minimalistic Shoe for Today's Audience
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Regal Retro Sneakers
The Concepts x Reebok Insta Pump Fury Sneakers are Royalty-Worthy
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Fleece Fabric Sneakers
These Nike Shoes are Made with a Special Fleece Wool Material
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Retro Cigarette-Packaged Kicks
Jason Ruff Repurposes Cigarette Packaging for his Sneaker Art
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Retro Gingham Sneakers
Undercover Brings Back the 'Chaos/Balance' Motif for Its New Sneaker Line
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Nostalgic Sneaker Collections
The Latest Adidas by Raf Simons Range is a Nod to the 90s
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Spiral Snakeskin Pink Sneakers
The Pink GS Reebok Shaqnosis are Exclusively for the Ladies
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Multicolored Songstress Sneakers
These Rita Ora x Adidas Originals Line Features Colorful Kicks
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Reflective Retro Sneakers
Diadora's 'Reflections' Collection Can Brighten Up Your Wardrobe
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Customizable Retro Sneakers
The adidas Pure Boost Sneaker Comes in an American Version
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Superstar Anniversary Sneakers
These Suede adidas Originals Superstar Sneakers are Limited Edition
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Retro Tennis Shoes
The Nike Air Tech Challenge II Shoe is Inspired by Andre Agassi
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Revived Retro Sneakers
The Comeback Nike Air Max 120 are Redesigned with a Crimson Colorway
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Nostalgic LED Sneakers
Shop Jeen's White Illuminate Kicks are a Throwback to the 90s
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Retro Celebratory Sneakers
Footpatrol x Reebok Celebrate 25 Years Together with the 'Hotstepper'
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Retro Basketball Sneaker Makeovers
The Air Jordan White Infrared 6 is Set to Drop Soon
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Classic Technical Running Shoes
Nike Introduces a Bright New Tonal Air Max Waffle Sneaker
Space Exploration Sneaker Styles
The 2024 Reebok x NASA Shoes Come in Several Familiar Models
Retro-Inspired Sneaker Hybrids
Martine Rose and Nike Create a Hybrid Air Max Sneaker
Chunky Luxe Lifestyle Sneakers
The Dior Chrono Sneakers Have Delicate Retro Details
Archival Low-Sole Classic Sneakers
adidas Presents its new Country Japan Sneaker Model
Hybrid Retooled Lifestyle Shoes
Nike Introduces the Air Waffle Racer SP Hybrid Sneaker Model
Futuristic Slip-On Sneaker Models
The Nike Clogposite Returns After it Debuted in the Early 2000s
Luxe Creamy Retro Sneakers
The Air Jordan 12 Retro Sneaker Gets a Phantom Colorway
Retro Vibrant Detailed Sneakers
The New Balance 1000 Sneaker Makes a Return on a Stealthy Colorway
Festive Crackled Low-Cut Sneakers
The New Nike Dunk Low Halloween Prepares for the Holidays
80s-Inspired Sci-Fi Sneakers
The ALIEN Romulus Reebok BB 4000 II Mid Shoes are Nostalgic
Plush Textural Artful Sneakers
Nina Chanel Abney Designs her Own Jordan 3 Sneaker
AI-Generated Footwear Designs
PUMA Launches AI-Enhanced Inverse Sneaker Collection
Slip-On Sneaker-Inspired Shoes
The Nike Air Force 1 Lover Wilds are Inspired by a Classic
00s-Inspired Technical Clogs
The Nike Clogposite Gets Another Remix with a Slip-On Shape
Monochromatic Relaunched Basketball Shoes
The Air Jordan 5 Reverse Metallic Gets a Re-Release
Iconic Shoe Colorways
adidas to Reintroduce the SL 72 OG Shoes in Five Retro Colors
Lightning Bolt-Adorned Sneakers
Vans Unveils a New Series of the Old Skool Bolt Sneaker
Retooled Reimagined Lifestyle Sneakers
Masha Popova Remixes a Pair of adidas Superstars
Leather Overlapping Retro Sneakers
Nike's Air Exploraid Gets a Vibrantly Layered Design
Juxtaposing Dynamic Running Shoes
The adiSTAR Cushion Sneakers have a Retro Design
Metallic Joint-Crafted Sneakers
Ronnie Fieg ASICS Bring Life Back to the GEL-Kayano 12
Animal Patterned Lifestyle Sneakers
adidas Presents a New Jungle Pattern on the Samba Sneaker
Street Style Training Sneakers
The Adidas Y-3 Running Collection Includes Four Styles
Revived Mixed-Material Lifestyle Sneakers
Nike Breathes Life Back to the Air Terra Humara Sneaker
Futuristic Layered Sneaker Models
Nike's Air Max Portal Shoes Boasts a Chunky Silhouette
Football Boot-Inspired Sneakers
Nike Launches the Air Max Plus Tiempo Sneaker Model
Cosmic-Inspired Running Shoes
Nike Introduces a Look at its New Cosmic Runner Model
90s-Inspired Bulky Skateboard Sneakers
adidas Presents a Look at the Retro Stan Smith XLG Shoe
Vintage-Inspired Sneaker Styles
The Adidas Treziod Has a Reworked, Old-School Feel
Reissued Millennium Sneaker Styles
PUMA Mostro Sneakers Come in Two Color Options
Commemorative Sneaker Shops
The '85 Shop by eBay Shares a Collection of Original Air Jordan 1s
Retro Sporty Luxe Accessories
adidas Presents a New Series of Nostalgic Retro Accessories
Doll-Inspired Sneakers
The Superga x Barbie Collab Shares Fun, Nostalgic Styles
Retro Chrome-Detailed Sneakers
Nike Unveils a Frozen Moments Colorway of the Air Jordan 4
Metallic Tinged Football Shoes
The Nike Tiempo Sneaker is Revived in Metallic Hues
Vibrant Rugged Skate Sneakers
Vans Tokyo Design Collective Introduces the Vans Varsity Collection
Timeless Revived Basketball Shoes
adidas and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Design Muted Footwear
Sophisticated Tassel-Detailed Shoes
Vans Introduces a Look at the Elevated Carver Sneaker Model
Sleek Low-Cut Lifestyle Sneakers
Nike Presents the New Court Shot Sneaker with Minimal Design
Boldly Tonal Patient-Designed Sneakers
Nike Unveils the 2024 Doernbecher Freestyle Collection
Retro Slim Running Shoes
Nike's Waffle Trainer Shoes Have a Textural Outsole Unit
Thin-Sole Lifestyle Sneakers
Reebok Introduces its Slim Street Legacy U Sneaker Model
Minimal Contrasting Basketball Shoes
The Nike Air Jordan 14 Sneaker Model Gets a Black Toe Version
Detail-Oriented Retro Sneakers
Footpatrol Launch a Version of the adidas Originals Campus 80s
Charm-Accented Technical Sneakers
Bentgablenits Remixes Unique ASICS Sneaker Models
Premium Low-Cut Lifestyle Sneakers
Nike Unveils a Stealthy Air Force 1 Low Paris Sneaker
Minimal Sleek Skate Sneakers
CLOT and adidas Remix a New Pair of Gazelle Sneakers
Revived Archival Skate Sneakers
Vans Brings Back the Speed LS Sneaker Model with a Modern Update
Crackled Holiday-Inspired Shoes
Nike Debuts the Dunk Low and Air Force 1 in 'Halloween' Iterations
Revived 80s-Style Sneakers
The AVIA 830 and 880 High-Tops Perfectly Mimic the Originals
Minimal Metallic-Detailed Sneakers
The Jordan 1 Low Sneaker Gets a Metallic Navy Makeover
Distressed Crackled Leather Sneakers
The Air Jordan 1 Sneaker Gets a Black Toe Colorway
Revived Stealthy Collaborative Footwear
Drake's NOCTA Revives the Retro Nike Zoom Drive Sneaker
Bright Video Game-Inspired Footwear
Onitsuka Tiger Launches a Street Fighter-inspired Sneaker
Patent Panelled Lifestyle Sneakers
The Latest Air Jordan 1 Low is Inspired by its 11 Concord
Tracksuit-Inspired Sneakers
Reebok & Market Debut Revamp Club C 85 and Classic Leather Sneakers
Retro Low-Cut Monochromatic Sneakers
The Air Jordan 1 '85 Lows Get a Neutral Grey Colorway
Retro Minimal MInimal Sneakers
adidas and Sean Wotherspoon Designs a New Orketro Sneaker
Glowing Collaborative Y2K Sneakers
Dover Street Market and Nike Present a Glowing Vomero 5
Retro-Futuristic Chunky Sneakers
adidas New Wonder Runner Model Has a Dynamic Structure
Classic Retro Lifestyle Sneakers
The New Balance 740 Sneaker Model Comes in Various Colorways
Stark Tonal Retro Sneakers
Drake's NOCTA Glides Get a Refreshing White Chrome Colorway
Dynamic Retro Running Shoes
Nike Brings Back the Air Pegasus 2005 Sneaker Model
Revived Dynamic Running Sneakers
adidas' Adistar Cushion 3 Gets a New Visual Update by atmos
Vibrantly Inspired Lifestyle Sneakers
New Balance Presents the Northern Lights Sneakers
Revived Collaborative Running Shoes
Joe Freshgoods Joins New Balance on the 1000 Sneaker Collab
Monochromatic Timeless Sneakers
Nike Presents the Air Jordan 4 in a White Thunder Colorway
Halloween-Inspired Textural Sneakers
Nike Unveils a New Dunk Mid Sneaker with Snake-Like Detailing
Heritage-Themed Retro Sneaker Capsules
Sergio Tacchini Adds to the Livello Rosso Sneaker Series
Artist-Backed Breakdancing Sneaker
Futura Joins Nike to Decorate the Jam Sneaker Model
Adaptable Modern Lifestyle Sneakers
The Air Jordan 4 RM Sneaker is Doused in Legend Light Brown
Crimson Tonal Retro Sneakers
The Air Jordan 13 Comes in a Retro Dune Red Colorway
Deep Navy Tonal Sneakers
Nike Introduces the Jordan 1 Sneaker in a Midnight Navy Colorway
Graffiti Artist-Made Rare Sneakers
Nike and Stash Breathe Life Back to Retro Sneaker Models
Fashion-Forward Hybrid Sneakers
The COPERNI x Puma 90SQR Sneaker Capsule is Somewhat Futuristic
Designer-Backed Low-Cut Sneakers
adidas and Stella McCartney Create a New Court Boost
Retro Denim-Crafted Sneakers
PUMA Unveils a Pair of Frilly Palermo Denim Sneakers
Brightly Accented Retro Sneakers
Reebok Designs the Retro ERS 4000 Sneaker Model
Reinterpreted Sleek Track Sneakers
Nike Updates the Lunar Sneakers with the Lunar Roam Shoe
Sci-Fi-Themed Rubber-Like Sneakers
Native Shoes Launch Sci-Fi Sneaker Collection with Star Wars
Opulent Retro-Inspired Trainers
Gucci Launches the Multi-Colored 'MAC80' Vintage Sneaker
Y2K-Inspired Fashion Collections
The Bench Revival Collection Boasts a Range of Nostalgic Styles
Vinyl Toy-Inspired Glowing Sneakers
Nike Presents a Glowing Air Max 1 '87 and Terminator Low PRM
Multi-Logo High-Top Sneakers
Nike Unveils Its Latest Blazer Mid ’77 Sneakers
Laceless Personalized Sneaker Fits
Reebok Commits to Functional Style with New Instapump Fury
Rave Culture-Inspired Sneakers
The Adidas Superstar Ripple NSRC Has 90s-Style Graphics
Ultra-Distressed Shoe Designs
The New BEAMS x PUMA Silhouette is Inspired by Vintage Sweatshirts
Hybrid Football Running Shoes
The FENTY x PUMA Avanti Updates a Classic Footwear Silhouette
Retro Patterned Collaborative Footwear
Vans Joins BEAMS SSZ on the Era Skool Sneaker Model
Retro-Modern Suede Joggers
The Skechers Street™ OG 85 - Modern Lace Low Retro is Vintage-Inspired
Flannel Patterned Timeless Collections
Converse Presents the Nostalgic Upcycled Flannel Chuck 70
Colorful Layered Retro Sneakers
Nike Launches an Air Max 1 Design in Japan Iteration
Pastel Paisley-Printed Sneakers
Nike's Air Force 1 Low Arrives in a Pastel-Colored Paisley Print
Revived Lifestyle Running Sneakers
Beauty & Youth Breathes Live Back to the NB 878 Sneaker Model
Retro Collaborative Textural Sneakers
Fear of God and adidas Present a Collaborative 86 Lo Shoe
Retro-Tinged Revived Football Shoes
Nike Brings Life Back to its Field General Sneaker Model
Y2K-Inspired Collections
Reebok and Juicy Couture Partner for Y2K-Inspired Capsule Collection
Post-Apocalyptic-Themed Footwear
Nike ISPA Launches the Mindbody Sneaker with Distressed Details
Brutalist Monochromatic Retro Sneakers
The Latest Air Jordan 4 Sneaker Gets a Wet Cement Colorway
Anniversary-Honoring Covered Sneakers
CLOT Gives the Nike Cortez Sneaker Model a New Makeover
Metallic Chunky Retro Sneakers
Nike's Cosmic Unity 3 Sneaker Gets a New Silver Update
Halloween-Inspired Stealthy Sneakers
Nike Presents a Look at the Upcoming AF1 Halloween Design
Retro-Themed Technical Sneakers
ASICS Presents the New GEL-KAYANO LEGACY Sneaker
Updated 90s-Inspired Shoe Silhouettes
Vans Releases a New Contemporary Take on Its Classic Slip-On
Sporty Collaborative Sneaker Series
PLEASURES and Reebok Join Forces on a New Collection
Retro-Themed Lifestyle Sneakers
Nike Presents the Retro Air Jordan 2 Chicago Sneakers
Chunky Versatile Trail Sneakers
CT Footwear Introduces the Intruder Collection
Slim-Structural Leather Sneakers
adidas Shines a Spotlight at the Country OG Sneaker
Floral Adorned Fluorescent Sneakers
Reebok and noir kei ninomiya Presents New Instapump Fury Shoes
Futuristic Minimal Basketball Sneakers
adidas Originals Launches the Crazy Infinity Shoe Today
Reimagined Lifestyle Sporty Footwear
adidas' Predator Freestyle Adds a Lifestyle Element
Breathable Retro Sneaker Models
ASICS Presents the New GT-2160 Model for the Season
Retro-Inspired Stealthy Sneakers
Lanvin en Bleu Presents its Own Mizuno Sneaker Model
Footwear Heritage-Honoring Fashion
Clints Celebrates its Footwear Archives in its Latest Capsule
Mismatching Neutral Low-Cut Sneakers
Nike Introduces a Pair of Patchwork Dunk Low Sneakers
Nostalgic Emo Band-Inspired Shoes
adidas is Channelling Teen Angst with the Fall Out Boy Sneakers
Soft Suede Lifestyle Sneakers
Saucony Introduces the Shadow 6000 IVY PREP & Jazz NXT Sneakers
00s-Inspired Metallic Sneaker Series
New Balance Presents a New Retro 1906D Pack
Neutral-Toned Patterned Sneakers
Nike's Air Rift Silhouette Joins the 'United in Victory' Lineup
Sleek Leather Retro Sneakers
PUMA Introduces a Pair of Leather Speedcat Shoes
Monochromatic Retro Sneakers
Reebok Revitalizes Classic Style with Club C 85 Sneakers
Reversed-Themed Classic Sneakers
Nike Introduces the New Icon Flip Collection of Sneakers
Chunky Monochromatic Sneakers
The Latest Jordan 4 Sneakers Have a Skate-Centric Look
Vibrant Tonal Glowing Sneakers
Nike Launches a Glow in the Dark Dunk Low Sneaker Model
Minimal Monochromatic Leather Shoes
Nike's AJ1 Low SE Sneakers Get a Light Steel Grey Colorway
Retro Archival Chunky Sneakers
adidas Revives Its Harlem Sneakers After Four Decades
Retro NBA Team-Inspired Sneakers
Clints Release Sneakers that Pay Tribute to the Toronto Raptors
Pop Culture-Inspired Sneakers
The Starter LFS 1 Sneaker is Making a Comeback in a New Way
Color-Blocking Vibrant Sneakers
Nike Unveils a Doernbecher Version of the Air Jordan 1 Low
Futuristic Bold Tonal Sneakers
Beyoncé and adidas Present the IVY PARK Top Ten 2000 Sneaker
Trip-Inspired Basketball Sneakers
Jordan Reveals Air Jordan 1 Low SE 'Tokyo Vintage' Sneakers
Sleek Retro Basketball Sneakers
NOCTA and Nike Join to Highlight the Zoom Flight 95
Retro-Inspired Running Heritage Footwear
PUMA Presents a New Velophasis Series of Footwear
High-Cut Green Retro Sneakers
adidas Presents the Forum 84 High in Team Dark Green
Vibrant Glow-In-The-Dark Sneakers
Nike Dunk Low Sneakers Now Come in a Glow in the Dark Iteration
Dramatically Designed Chunky Sneakers
Noir Kei Ninomiya and Reebok Create an Instapump Fury
Luxe Retro Lifestyle Sneakers
Loewe Unveils its New Premium Flow Runner for the Season
Retro Striking Tonal Footwear
adidas Unveils a Regal Purple Colorway of the Crazy 1
Premium Leather Retro Sneakers
The Air Jordan 7 Sneaker Model Gets a White Infrared Colorway