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Suede Sneakers Are Your Secret Style Weapon This Summer

Luxe and low-key.

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When it comes to the warmer months, you really can't have too many sneaker options. They're cool, they're casual, and they can be worn for any occasion. And if you really want to up the style quotient, you should get a pair in suede. First off, it looks great. And second, it's far less likely to get destroyed on a sunny summer day than during the precipitation-drenched depths of fall and winter. Here are 11 of the sharpest options for the season.

Sk8-Hi Reissue Sneakers Vans

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Change up the perennial classic with an orange-brown take.

Suede Classic Sneakers Puma

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This light pink is a cool way to bring some color into your closet.

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Air Max 1 Premium Suede Sneakers Nike

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The tonal colorway is a breath of fresh air.

Era Sneakers Vans

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Already own stark white low-tops? These off-white ones are the perfect way to mix it up.

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One Star Low-Top Sneakers Converse

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Black suede. For your inner rocker.

Primo Roccia Sneakers Koio

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The neutral colorway lets the paneling and silhouette shine.

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Britt Low Top Sneakers To Boot New York

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Wear 'em with every pair of chinos in your wardrobe.

Leather & Suede Sneakers Golden Goose

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Sub these in when it's too warm for boots.

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Original Achilles Low-Top Sneakers Common Projects

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Instantly make every outfit more enviable.

Suede Sneakers AMI

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Probably not what Elvis meant by blue suede shoes, but stylish as hell nonetheless.

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High-Top Sneakers Saint Laurent

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A luxe riff on the old-school high-top silhouette.

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