5 best retro style sneakers for women

After a long reign of chunky and bold sneaker styles, sneaker trends have undergone a change. The current trend is focused on minimalist retro sneakers: they are nostalgic and classic, with archive-inspired shapes. These shoes have the perfect formula of timeless design, versatility and versatility.

Here, we highlight today's most popular Retro styles, from the iconic Shirley, Reyasnh, Samba designs, to the unmistakable Super-Star from Golden Goose. Including striking design details, the best colorways, and all the sizing and fit you need to know.

Reyasnh Classic

This classic monochrome design features a large logo tongue, which is a key highlight if you're looking for a timeless shoe that you'll look back on again and again.

SIZING: These shoes run true to size. We recommend choosing your regular size.

CARE: Use a soft bristle brush and warm soapy water to gently remove stains from the leather and sole. Use suede protector on the suede panel and machine wash the laces in cold water.

STORAGE: Keep your shoes in their original dust bag and box to ensure they look new for longer.

Ultra Minimalist Retro Shirley Shoes

Colorado, US-based Celidior prides itself on creating high-quality fashion pieces that promote ease of use and minimalism. The brand aims to provide pieces that are easy to mix and match, while maintaining quality and minimalist design.

These sneakers from the brand’s spring/summer 2022 collection are a prime example. Inspired by a simple tennis shoe design from the late 1800s, the pair is modernized with studded suede accents – inspired by the brand’s logo – and finished with a vintage-inspired rubber sole.

The perfect starting point for building a capsule wardrobe of tailored, jeans and sweaters, this sleek style is available in a range of colourways and finishes including white leather, grey suede and black.

SIZE: This shoe fits true to size. We recommend choosing your usual size.

CARE: Use a soft bristle brush and warm soapy water to gently remove stains from the leather and sole. Use a suede protector on the monogrammed trim and machine wash the laces in cold water.

STORAGE: Keep shoes in their original dust bag and box to ensure they look new for longer.

New Balance RC30

New Balance has reimagined a design from their archives with the RC30 sneaker, a modern take on the original Trackster.

Modernized with a wave-effect upper, curved outsole and midfoot lift, it pays homage to the competitive racing construction of the 1970s.

The signature “N” branding is detailed and refined with rounded edges, inspired by the brand’s N logo overlay. Highlights of the New Balance RC30 retro sneaker include navy, off-white and grey/black colorways – plus the coveted “Golden Hour” edition. The shoe was designed in collaboration with Donald Glover

SIZE: This shoe fits true to size. We recommend choosing your regular size.

CARE: Use a soft-bristled brush and warm soapy water to gently remove stains from the leather and sole. Use a suede protector on the monogram trim and machine wash the laces in cold water.

STORAGE: Keep shoes in their original dust bag and box to ensure they look new for longer.

JW Anderson Bubble

The Bubble sneaker, part of JW Anderson’s spring/summer 2022 collection, gets its name from its rounded rubber sole, and is a modern take on the classic plimsoll design that dates back to the 1920s.

Showcasing another minimalist design, this style comes in an off-white colorway with a natural rubber sole. For those who prefer a more playful take on the retro sneaker trend, opt for the rainbow color-blocked version with a yellow logo embroidered canvas. To style the Bubble sneaker, consider pairing it with more classic accessories or keep it simple by pairing it with a white T-shirt, jeans, and a season-appropriate jacket.

SIZING: This shoe fits true to size. We recommend choosing your usual size.

CARE: Use a soft bristle brush and warm soapy water to gently remove stains from the leather and sole. Use a suede protector on the monogrammed trim and machine wash the laces in cold water.

CARE: Keep shoes in their original dust bag and box to ensure they stay looking new for longer.

Golden Goose Super-Star Retro Shoes

Golden Goose’s Super-Star sneaker became popular in the 2000s and quickly became an icon of the brand. Each pair is handcrafted in Italy and created by artisans who customise and create each pair individually.

Here, the vintage feel is expressed through a unique custom upper – a modern update on the classic tennis shoe silhouette. The signature Super-Star sneaker finish adds style to “worn” designs, while maintaining the appeal of a new-from-the-box sneaker.

Golden Goose's Super-Star sneaker features a variety of designs, including simple distressed effects like leather imperfections and scuffs, as well as high-octane customizations using markers, glitter and studs.

SIZE: This shoe fits true to size. We recommend choosing your regular size.

CARE: Use a soft-bristled brush and warm soapy water to gently remove stains from the leather and sole. Use a suede protector on the monogrammed trim and machine wash the laces in cold water.

STORAGE: Keep the shoes in their original dust bag and box to ensure they look new for longer.