The coolest summer sneakers for men

Sneakerheads, gather round! With street style still dominating the fashion scene, trainers are undisputed staples and, sometimes, even collection pieces.

Now that June has just started, it’s time to find out what are the coolest men’s trainers for summer 2025. Here are the trendiest models you need to invest in!

When it comes to trendy kicks, the brand Autry is definitely one to watch. Their minimal, 80s-inspired designs have made them incredibly popular in the past few years.
Autry’s best selling model is the Medalist: made of leather and canvas, it’s trendy and timeless at the same time. The perfect pick for anyone looking for versatile, easy to pair sneakers!

Yes, the chunky dad trainers trend is still here, and with new iterations coming out every year, it seems like it’s here to stay. The hottest dad trainers right now are all part of Axel Arigato’s Marathon line. Our favourite is the Marathon R-Trail: featuring trendy colour and material combos, they’re the coolest dad shoes out there.

“Gorpcore” is undoubtedly one of the most used fashion buzzwords this year. Outdoorsy, hiking trainers play a fundamental role in the gorpcore aesthetic, and the Salomon XTs are a favourite. Sleek and athletic, they’re a must in every shoe wardrobe, even in the city.

New trainers don’t necessarily have to be brand new: retro models are just as cool! And when speaking of retro sneakers, New Balances definitely take the cake. The latest vintage model to make a comeback in 2023 has been the 2002r, which features mesh and suede inserts and a 2000s-inspired outsole. So cool!

Original text: Martina D’Amelio

Translation and updated content: Emma Trimboli