Forget Basic Chucks and Vintage Nike, We’re Craving Statement Sneakers for Fall

August 11, 2014

Whether it boasts a metallic upper, a few spikes or an interesting print, the statement sneaker might be the only new fall shoe you need to buy. Check out our picks below, from high-fashion iterations to affordable styles.

not your average kicks

Not Your Average Kicks

Maison Martin Margiela Leather High-Top Sneakers, $407 at Stylebop
Not Your Average Kicks

Giles X Superga 2754 Watersnake Studded High-Top Trainers, $193 at Matchesfashion.com
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Candice Cooper Rock Cracked Leather Trainers, $161.22 at Jules B
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Gucci Suede Trainers Blue & Fuchsia High-Top, $545.29 at Profile Fashion
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Puma Sky Wedge Shine Wn's, $49.99 at 6pm.com
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Gucci Glitter Sneakers, $600 at Mytheresa.com
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Ted Baker Callistri Opulent Bloom Hi Top Sneakers, $251.51 at ASOS
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Puma Sky Wedge Opulence, $59.99 at 6pm.com
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Sam Edelman Braxton Sport Flat, $59.95 at DSW
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Pastry Sire Varsity Sneaker, $44.95 at DSW
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Nike Base Flight 14 Hi Sneaker, $85 at Nordstrom
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DV by Dolce Vita Gibsin Perforated Slip-On Sneaker, $69.95 at Nordstrom
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Shellys London Laraun, $120 at Zappos
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Supra Cuttler, $80 at Zappos
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Reebok Lifestyle BB7700, $69.99 at Zappos
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MICHAEL Michael Kors Piers Lace Up, $125 at Zappos
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Kairawia, $19.99 at ALDO
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Agostino, $38.49 at ALDO

A contributing writer to theFashionSpot, Marisa has penned articles and features in over a dozen online and print publications. She's worked as fashion critic and creative director for papierdoll.com, been the managing editor for Caribbean-based Ocean Style Magazine, and worked with Set Magazine, a luxury lifestyle magazine based in Zurich, as a contributing editor. She splits her time between New York, Los Angeles and her hometown as a freelance fashion and cultural copywriter, editor and journalist. You can find out more at her site marisaswanson.com and follow her on Twitter @mraswan.