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Are the new luxury sneakers for women actually worth the price as we plan our outfits for summer 2021? Here’s our take on the best investments among the trending women’s designer sneakers (aka trainers) from luxury brands including Balenciaga, Golden Goose, Valentino, Dior, Off White and more for summer 2021.

How’s your summer 2021 sneaker game looking?

As the Great Lockdown(s) largely disappear and we all begin the Return to Normal, it’s time to talk sneakers.

Best investment in designer sneakers (trainers) for women from luxury brands like Balenciaga, Golden Goose, Off White and more for summer 2021.

Best investment in designer sneakers (trainers) for women from luxury brands like Balenciaga, Golden Goose, Off White and more for summer 2021.

Specifically, the new summer 2021 designer sneakers for women from the great luxury brands of our time. You know who we mean: Balenciaga, Dior, Valentino, Off White – and that all-time fan favorite Golden Goose.

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New kicks are not inexpensive. So which new luxury sneakers for women are actually worth the investment for summer 2021?

15 Luxury Sneakers for Women Worth the Price in Summer 2021

So many shoes, so little time. Before the summer of 2021 slips away, here are the new sneakers for women from our favorite luxury brands that are new for the season – one of them might be perfect to help ease you into the New Normal.

1. Gucci Ace

We begin our list of summer 2021 investment worthy luxury sneakers for women with a new Ace. This hyper-femme version of the iconic Gucci Ace is the perfect sneaker for date night, Girls Night, Sunday brunch or even a wedding at the beach. They feature a perforated version of the interlocking G logo and a pink heel tab.

Best investment in designer sneakers (trainers) for women from luxury brands like Balenciaga, Golden Goose, Off White and more for summer 2021.

BUY NOW: $650.

2. Isabel Marant Balskee

Isabel Marant’s wedge sneaker became popular in the early 2010’s with celebrities, becoming an iconic bestseller (Beyoncé famously chose the shoe silhouette for her “Love On Top” music video). Last week the French label announced the arrival of a new sculptural version called the Balskee. They’ll soon be available in red, yellow, and green, along with the black and white versions that are already on the market. Get yours while you can.

 

BUY NOW: $770.

3. JW Anderson high-tops

JW Anderson’s striking emerald high-tops could be the statement shoe we all need right now. So what if they happen to be luxury sneakers for women – that’s peak 2021! They’re made of canvas and leather with a black rubber toe cap and a chunky sole.

Best investment in designer sneakers (trainers) for women from luxury brands like Balenciaga, Golden Goose, Off White and more for summer 2021.

BUY NOW: $395.

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4. Givenchy City trainers

These white City sneakers are so chic you can easily pair them with tailored pieces and head into the the office. They’re crafted from grained leather.

BUY NOW: $695.

5. Balenciaga Speed 2.0

We’ve been living in our only pair of Balenciaga’s Speed 2.0 sneakers. They’re so comfortable and chic that we find ourselves wearing them everywhere. All the time. And now, we might have to break down and get another pair. ‘Cause this cool pale blue version is just irresistible!

Best investment in women's designer sneakers (trainers) from luxury brands like Balenciaga, Golden Goose, Off White and more for summer 2021

BUY NOW: $975.

6. Chloé Lauren

This “Ballad Blue” lace edition of Chloé’s Lauren sneakers are another take on the ultra-femme soft shoe that will take you anywhere this summer.

BUY NOW: $495.

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7. Valentino Garavani Atelier 03 Rose Edition

These white Atelier 03 Rose Edition sneakers from Valentino Garavani are lush and romantic. The white calf leather trainers are finished on top with sculpted “rose petals.”

Best investment in women's designer sneakers (trainers) from luxury brands like Balenciaga, Golden Goose, Off White and more for summer 2021

BUY NOW: $980.

8. Christian Louboutin Vieira Spikes

Christian Louboutin’s Vieira Spikes suede sneakers are party-ready right out of the box. Exclusive to MyTheresa, in addition to classic red they also come in cosmic blue and subdued blue-grey colorways.

BUY NOW: $795.

9. Ganni suede-trimmed multicolored

These new sneakers from GANNI are true to the label’s commitment to sustainability: they’re made from 60% recycled fabrics. And yet they’re still So. Chic.

BUY NOW: $345.

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10. Loewe Ballet Runners

The Spanish brand says it looked to ’70s track shoes as inspiration for these low-top Ballet Runner sneakers. But having worn them many times, we can vouch for the “ballet” element, too. They’re light, graceful and perfect with pretty much any dress you have in your wardrobe.

Best investment in women's designer sneakers (trainers) from luxury brands like Balenciaga, Golden Goose, Off White and more for summer 2021

BUY NOW: $590.

11. Alexander McQueen Tread Slick canvas platforms

OK, we’ll admit we have these McQueen Tread Slick platform sneakers for women in our shoe collection in white – and we LOVE them. They make us feel taller and more capable and they’re unimaginably comfortable. The black ones are work-ready and will take you easily into the after-work festivities, too.

BUY NOW: $695.

12. Golden Goose Superstar Sabot Shearling Slip-Ons

These new Superstar Sabot luxury sneakers for women for summer 2021 from Golden Goose are crafted from shearling and feature an easy slip-on silhouette. They’re finished with the label’s signature star embellishment and covered with silver glitter. So: perfect from summer into winter, and from party time to . . . whatever. Sounds like the makings for a good investment, no?

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BUY NOW: $710.

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13. Off-White OFF-COURT 3.0

How cute are these? Made from pale-pink and beige suede, this 3.0 iteration of the Off-White OFF-COURT sneaker for women features leather Arrow logo appliqués and a chunky sole.

Best investment in designer sneakers (trainers) for women from luxury brands like Balenciaga, Golden Goose, Off White and more for summer 2021.

Best investment in designer sneakers (trainers) for women from luxury brands like Balenciaga, Golden Goose, Off White and more for summer 2021.

BUY NOW: $605.

14. Dior Addict

This new iteration of the iconic Dior Addict sneaker sports a white technical fabric design, covered in mesh, with the house’s Toile de Jouy motif in lime. If you really want to go All In, pair these with the matching knee-high socks. ‘Cause, hey – it’s Dior!

 

BUY NOW: $1,150.

15. Louis Vuitton Run Away Sneaker

We complete our list of summer 2021 investment worthy luxury sneakers for women with an offering from the O.G. This Run Away sneaker is Louis Vuitton’s luxury reinterpretation of a classic running shoe. Unlike your old gym shoes, though, this pair features a gold-tone metal plaque and an LV Circle logo.

Best investment in designer sneakers (trainers) for women from luxury brands like Balenciaga, Golden Goose, Off White and more for summer 2021.

Best investment worthy designer sneakers (trainers) for women from luxury brands like Balenciaga, Golden Goose, Off White and more for summer 2021.

BUY NOW: $890.

15 Luxury Sneakers for Women Worth the Price in Summer 2021

If you’re planning to splurge on new designer sneakers for women as we all re-emerge from lockdown in the summer of 2021, these are the luxury brands and new deliveries we think are actually worth the investment. What do you think, dear reader? Are any of these on your summer shopping list?

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Pamela Thomas-Graham

Pamela Thomas-Graham is the Founder & CEO of Dandelion Chandelier. She serves on the boards of several tech companies, and was previously a senior executive in finance, media and fashion, and a partner at McKinsey & Co.