Stylists reveal 5 sneaker trends that are in for 2026 — and 4 that are out

Professional stylists shared which sneaker trends will be in and out in the new year.

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• Business Insider asked three stylists which sneaker trends will be in and out in the new year.
• Hiking sneakers, retro runners, and ballet-inspired silhouettes are expected to be popular.
• However, dad sneakers and platform styles won't be as big.

Sneaker culture is moving faster than ever. New styles drop constantly, older silhouettes return without warning...