Must-Have Sneaker Guide

Performance Sneakers

What are performance sneakers? Performance sneakers are shoes that are designed for physical activities, featuring breathable uppers, comfort insoles and rubber soles. Whether you’re running a marathon or lifting weights, take your athletic game to the next level with performance sneakers from Finish Line, available at Macy’s.

Running Sneakers

From the track to the trails, running shoes provide the support, shock absorption and cushioning needed to help you go for that extra mile. What are the benefits of running shoes? Running shoes are more lightweight than training sneakers. What do you wear with running shoes? Sport a tank top and shorts with your running sneakers in warmer weather. Just add a hoodie and leggings to your running ensemble in colder temps. Take home first place in the latest running shoes from Nike, New Balance and Asics.

Training Sneakers

What are training sneakers? Training sneakers are used inside at the gym for weight lifting, agility exercises and aerobic classes. What is the difference between training shoes and running shoes? Training sneakers are flatter than running sneakers to provide a wider range of motion for jumping, changing directions suddenly and stopping. What do you wear with training sneakers? Match up your training sneakers with a muscle T-shirt and capri leggings. Outhustle your competition in training sneakers and gear from adidas, Puma or Nike.

Walking Sneakers

These sneaks are made for walking! How are your walking shoes different from running shoes? Walking sneakers are more flexible at the forefoot, while running sneakers are flexible at the arch and midfoot. To accommodate for a lower impact activity, walking shoes generally feature less cushioning than running shoes. What do your wear with walking sneakers? Team up your walking sneakers with a T-shirt and jogger pants. Need a layer? Top off your walking outfit with a bomber jacket. Lace up, slip on or zip up walking sneakers in a myriad of styles and colors from Sketchers.

Fashion Sneakers

Sneak attack! Want a trending look? Team up your fave outfits with fashion sneakers. What are fashion sneakers? Fashion sneakers are designed mainly for looks, and not for athletic purposes. They’re perfect for pairing up with your ripped jeans and joggers. All-star style starts with fashion sneakers-- scout out your most valuable pairs at Macy’s.

Slip-on Sneakers

What are slip-on sneakers? Slip-on sneakers feature no laces or closures for a laidback look—and they’re not just for skaters anymore. Land slip-on sneakers decked out with bows, rhinestones, graphic prints, logos, beading, pom-poms and studs for gnarly style. Want to ramp up your look? Sport platform slip-on sneakers. What are the key colors? Pink, metallics, black and white slip-on sneakers are must-gets. What do you wear with slip-ons? Team up your fave T-shirts and jeans with slip-on sneakers for a standard, casual look. How do you put a spin on your style? Match up your dresses and skirts with slip-on sneakers for a cool twist. Layer up your outfit with a utility jacket for a trend-right finish. Step up your style game with slip-on fashion sneakers from your go-to brands, like MICHAEL Michael Kors, I.N.C. International Concepts and DKNY.

High-Top Sneakers

Take your style to cool heights with high-top sneakers. What are high-top sneakers? High-tops are sneakers that go past your ankle, and were initially worn as basketball shoes. Now, high-tops are key players for a throwback look that’s always in style. How do you lend modern appeal to high-top kicks? Rock high-top sneakers with sequins, beading, metallics and studs for a look that’s so right now. Want to get a leg up style-wise? Flaunt wedge high-top sneakers to get your look some added lift. How do you wear high-tops? Pair up your high-top sneakers with a T-shirt and ripped skinnies. Do you want to deviate from the norm? Partner up your frilly dresses and skirts with high-tops for a fresh feel. What do you layer with these outfits? Get into the sporty spirit with a bomber jacket. Net a championship-worthy look with high-top sneakers from Converse, Reebok and Sketchers.

Lace-Up Sneakers

Lace-up sneakers will be the stars of your casual shoe lineup. What are lace-up sneakers? Lace-up sneakers feature shoelace closures and eyelets. Lace-up fashion sneakers are meant for weekend wear, and not for strenuous physical activities—unless shopping is your cardio. So what sneakers are totally trending? Score lace-up sneakers with glitter, prints, metallics, studs and sequins from MICHAEL Michael Kors, Steve Madden and Skechers. Want a more old-school feel? Sport a vintage vibe that’s always of the moment with sneakers from Converse, Reebok and Adidas. How do you wear lace-up sneakers? Link up lace-up sneakers with everything from ripped jeans to babydoll dresses to capture winning style.