Why these 5 celeb-approved sneakers are the missing piece in your cool-girl wardrobe

The brand’s perfectly pink collab with Sandy Liang may have dubbed these hiking shoes as the latest cool-girl sneaker, but celebrities have long loved the bold colours and unmatched practicality of the Salomon Speed Cross 3.

We’re obsessed with the contrasting purple on Emily Ratajowski’s go-to pair of Salomons, and if you want a celeb-approved sneaker that’s both stylish and practical, the Speed Cross 3 also functions as a trail runner.

Featuring Salomon’s iconic high-grip sole, woven foothold, and highly cushioned sole, these shoes are fastened with quick-release laces.

Key Features:

• Mud Contagrip® outsole.
• Single layer mesh upper.
• Moulded OrthoLite® sockliner.
• Quick-lace fastening.
• Available EU Size 36-48.

In a day many fashion fans never thought would come, Vans are well and truly back. While her husband may have had a penchant for a purple pair in the 2010s, Hailey Bieber has reminded us just why we love the Vans classic style.

Hailey’s go-to pair, the Old Skool Platform 2.0, are a bit of an update on the original thanks to their 4cm platform sole, but they still feature the same iconic style.

Crafted from durable black canvas and topped off with a waffle rubber outsole, these Vans are the perfect grab-and-go shoe to add a bit of street-style flair to your classic jeans and white tee combo.

Key Features:

• Black canvas upper.
• Suede overlays.
• Rounded toe.
• Lace up front.
• Waffle soles.
• Available AU Women’s Size 5.5-11.5.

Harry Styles may have brought the Gazelle into the style zeitgeist thanks to his infamous ‘Satellite Stompers,’ but the Adidas SL 72 is now *the* retro-inspired sneaker of the moment.

If you love a pop of colour with your footwear but still want something that will go with every outfit, we can thank Bella Hadid for bringing the SL 72’s brown, burgundy, and yellow colour combo to our attention.

Featuring a nylon upper with suede overlays and leather accents, the SL 72 is a more lightweight, low-profile alternative to the Gazelle and Samba, but equally as stylish.

Key Features:

• Nylon, suede and leather upper.
• Lace-up design.
• Ecotex textured tongue.
• EVA midsole.
• Rubber outsole.
• Available AU Women’s size 5-10.

If you’re on the hunt for a dad shoe that’s *actually* cool, the New Balance 1960R has quickly become a fan favourite.

While Taylor Swift’s bright yellow pair may have been a limited edition collaboration with GANNI, the brand’s permanent collection features the same shoe in a contrasting gold, silver, and black colourway.

Featuring New Balance’s ACTEVA LITE midsole and ABZORB SBS heel cushioning, these lightweight sneakers are *super* comfy, and with a variety of different colour combos to choose from, it’s no wonder so many of our favourite celebs have a few pairs in their rotation.

Key Features:

• Tight-knit textile underlay | Synthetic overlay.
• Shock-absorbing outsole.
• Stability Web technology for added arch support.
• Rubber outsole.

When it comes to her model off-duty style, Gigi Hadid has long been a fan of the Adidas Samba, and we can’t get enough of her bumblebee-inspired Adidas Originals BRMD edition sneaker.

Available in a variety of different colourways, the Originals are an updated take on the classic Samba silhouette that add a touch of sportiness to any casual outfit.

Key Features:

• Low-profile silhouette.
• Soft suede and leather upper.
• Cushioned insole.
• Gum rubber outsole.
• Available AU Size 5-10.