This is the most popular sneaker in America
The Nike Air Force 1 — the iconic sneaker that debuted nearly 40 years ago and has been seen on the likes of everyone from Victoria Beckham to Justin Timberlake — tops the list of the most searched for sneakers in 2021, according to an analysis from ebay of 32 brands of sneakers over the past four years. And for its part, research firm NPD also found the Nike Air Force was hot: Its data showed that the Nike Air Force 1 Low was the best-selling sneaker in America for the first half of 2021. We’re highlighting some of the most popular sneakers in America, so you can find the perfect fit for a gift this holiday season.
MOST POPULAR SNEAKER IN AMERICA
Nike Air Force 1
The “Nike Air Force 1 comes out on top in every single state as the most popular and searched for iconic sneaker in 2021,” according to eBay. It come in women’s, men’s and kids; high-tops, medium and low-tops; and a variety of colors. Though not all colors and sizes are available now, some can ship in time for the holidays.
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HIGHEST INCREASE IN SEARCHES
Nike Dunk
The Nike Dunk, which has seen the highest increase in searches over the past four years, ranked No. 2 on holiday wish lists, according to the eBay report. It’s the fastest-growing sneaker when it comes to popularity, outpacing the Nike Air Huarache, Vans Sk8-Hi and Adidas Stan Smith, the report suggests.
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TOP 10 BESTSELLER
Adidas NMD R1
Adidas was the second most-searched sneaker brand, eBay found when looking at the broad brand searches. And NPD revealed that in particular, the Adidas NMD R1, was in the top-selling athletic footwear for the first half of 2021. It comes in men’s, women’s and kid’s and a variety of colors and patterns.
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TOP 10 BESTSELLER
Brooks Ghost 13
These running shoes landed on NPD’s best-seller list and come in both men’s and women’s and in a variety of colors.
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RETRO
Chuck Taylor All Star
eBay notes that across “42 states, Converse is one of the sneaker brands most on the rise in search, especially in locations like Rhode Island, Arizona, New Jersey, Montana and Illinois.” The Chuck Taylor All Star comes in myriad colors, high tops and low tops, and in men’s, women’s and kids varieties.
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TRENDING
Vans Canvas Sk8-HI Tapered
This deconstructed iteration of a lace-up high top includes a fitted silhouette made with canvas and Van’s signature rubber waffle soles. The sneaker comes in a classic white, black, grey, and in prints like floral and stars among others. They’re available in both men’s and women’s.
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New Balance Fresh Foam Cruzv1 Reissue
Comfort meets style with this sneaker. It’s made with a well-cushioned foam sole that molds to your foot and soft knit material to offer an extra layer of support. The slip on, light-weight sneaker comes in five colors.
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TOP 10 BESTSELLER
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 21
These running shoes landed on NPD’s best-seller list and come in both men’s and women’s and in a variety of colors.
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