10 Pairs of Sneakers on Our Holiday Wishlist

Looking to run more often in the coming years? The MBT M-3000 Lace Up sneakers were designed to support your performance, especially if you’re a neutral runner. Comfort and control are at its center, given its optimal airflow and enhanced stability.

The Moab Speed 2 Sport by Merrell will be your best friend as you explore the great outdoors as it provides exceptional traction, resists abrasion, and keeps out debris. Staying aligned with nature, a variety of its features—such as its laces and webbing, mesh lining, and footbed cover—were made with recycled materials.

Channel the cloud dancer in you with the On Cloud 6 Versa, a versatile staple that fits just like socks. Lightweight, relaxed, and comfortable, they’re simply suitable for everyday wear. Not to mention, they also boast the brand’s distinguishable CloudTec cushioning and Speedboard for added support and stability.

The Court II by Keds is unsurprisingly a great choice whether you’re going for casual or more polished looks, given that it was inspired by the brand’s tennis heritage. The leather trainers add a sporty edge while keeping you unbothered, thanks to its mesh lining, breathable (and removable) footbed, among other things,

What better way to manifest for 2026 to be another groundbreaking for Filipino designers, than in sneakers that prove that it’s possible? Adidas sought the wit and sensibility of Proudrace, helmed by Best Filipino Fashion Designers 2024 honoree Rik Rasos, to reimagine the Jabbar Lo sneakers. Capturing Adidas’ heritage and Proudrace’s distinguishable aesthetic of Filipino nostalgia, you’ll feel at home no matter where your feet take you.

Sperry knows a thing or two about sneakers that don’t go out of style. The Pier 90, in particular, has a silhouette with a simplicity that suits daily wear. It’s also equipped with the brand’s iconic outsoles that were engineered for traction on both wet and dry lands.

For days when you feel like going barefoot, go with the Nike Air Rift (they were inspired by Kenyan barefoot runners after all). True to its name, it feels just like air. The split-toe design maintains your balance, and the adjustable straps allow your feet to slide in with ease. Wear them with ribbons to give the sneakers an adorable ballet treatment.

Bape Shark STA #1 M2 by A Bathing Ape combines street style with nature, through its modern design painted in earth tones. The shoes were created with active lifestyles in mind, offering a look that seamlessly blends urban and outdoor elements.

Who says sneakers can’t be elegant? The Mexico 66 TGRS brings softness and sophistication with a slim silhouette and flower-cut Onitsuka Tiger stripes. The charming sneakers boast a slip-on style and a snug fit, with adequate spaces around the toes for enhanced comfort.

The Puma Speedcat fuses classic streetwear with elevated country club aesthetics, thanks to the touch and vision of Blackpink’s Rosé. The pair is part of their first capsule collection together, rooted in the star’s personal style and philosophy to utilize fashion as an expression of your truest self—a great reminder as we go into the new year.