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'90s Shoe Brands That Are Popular in 2020

10 Shoe Brands That Are Just As Popular Now as They Were in the '90s

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It's been more than 20 years since the '90s came to a close, and yet we're more obsessed than ever with the decade. Our fashion has never felt more influenced by the trends that ruled so many years ago than it does now. Pretty much every look we're obsessed with lately seems to have '90s roots: baggy jeans, cute cardigans, slip dresses, tube tops, bucket hats, platforms, chunky sandals. We could keep going . . .

On the topic of shoe trends, it dawned on us that so many of our current favourites — of the sneakers, sandal, and boot variety — are from specific brands, including New Balance, Reebok, Adidas, Dr. Martens, Converse, and Nike. All of these labels were hugely popular in the '90s, whether it was a cult-loved combat boot, hip high-top, or time-honoured trainer. So, we thought it'd be fun to roundup some of the most popular '90s shoe brands that are still totally on-trend today! Plus, we're shopping out some of the most beloved styles, which range from clean and classic to a little more fashion-forward and, of course, retro-inspired.

Keep scrolling for the shoe brands that made our top-ten list and shop your favourites; most of these come in under $100!

From Stan Smith's to Superstars and those slip-on pool slides everyone seemingly wore in school, Adidas has so many cult-classic styles. It's hard to pick a favourite, but if we had to . . . nope, it's too hard. They're all too good!

Adidas Originals Stan Smith Shoes (£75)

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Adidas Originals Stan Smith Shoes
£75
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Adidas Originals Superstar Shoes (£80)

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Adidas Originals Superstar Shoes
£80
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Adidas Originals Continental 80 Shoes (£75)

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£75
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Adidas Originals Nite Jogger Shoes (£100)

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Adidas Originals Nite Jogger Shoes
£100
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Adidas Originals Adilette Lite Slides (£25)

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Adidas Originals Adilette Lite Slides
£25
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New Balance sneakers have seen a huge resurgence among the style set — it's dang near impossible to scroll through Instagram without spotting a pair on stylish celebs, It girls, and influencers. From the popular 574's to chunkier trainers, you can't go wrong with a pair of sneakers from this brand (especially if you're into the whole half-dressed look á la Larry David and those featured on this Gramparents Instagram account).

New Balance 574 Trainer (£75)

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New Balance 574 Trainer
£75
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New Balance 990v5 Trainer (£180)

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New Balance 990v5 Trainer
£180
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New Balance 624 Trainer (£35, originally £45)

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New Balance 624 Trainer
£35
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New Balance 574 Sneaker ($80)

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New Balance 574 Sneaker
$80
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Counting Gigi Hadid, Victoria Beckham, and Cardi B as fans, classis Reebok sneakers are fail-safe for any throwback look. From re-issued styles from the '90s to those famous Freestyle high-tops, these sneakers are the epitome of retro-chic.

Reebok Aztrek 96 Shoes ($90)

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Reebok Aztrek 96 Shoes
$90
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Reebok Classic Leather Shoes ($75)

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Reebok Classic Leather Shoes
$75
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Reebok Club C 85 Shoes ($70)

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Reebok Club C 85 Shoes
$70
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Reebok Classic Leather AZ Shoes ($90)

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Reebok Classic Leather AZ Shoes
$90
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Reebok Freestyle Hi Shoes ($75)

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Reebok Freestyle Hi Shoes
$75
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With signature chunky soles, Fila is choice for a streetwear-inspired look. Among our favourites are the brand's many iconic Distruptor's, thick-soled trainers, and retro court shoes.

Fila Disruptor 2 Premium ($65)

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$65
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Fila Disruptor 2 Applique ($75)

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$75
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Fila Ray Tracer ($75)

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Fila Ray Tracer
$75
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Fila Creator ($80)

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Fila Creator
$80
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Fila Original Fitness ($60)

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$60
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How can we talk '90s shoes without discussing Dr. Martens? From the famous combat boots to chunky sandals and lug-sole Mary Janes, if it's a '90s grunge look you're after, look no further than this iconic brand.

Dr. Martens Jadon Smooth Leather Platform Boots ($180)

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Dr. Martens Jadon Smooth Leather Platform Boots
$180
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Dr. Martens Bethan Smooth Leather Platform Mary Jane Shoes ($150)

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Dr. Martens Bethan Smooth Leather Platform Mary Jane Shoes
$150
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Dr. Martens Clarissa II Metallic Leather Platform Sandals ($140)

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Dr. Martens Clarissa II Metallic Leather Platform Sandals
$140
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Dr. Martens Molly Leather Platform Boots ($180)

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Dr. Martens Molly Leather Platform Boots
$180
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Dr. Martens Bex Smooth Leather Brogue Shoes ($140)

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Dr. Martens Bex Smooth Leather Brogue Shoes
$140
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Champion is the go-to for affordable sportswear with a casual-chic vibe. While we adore the sweats, we might love the brand's assortment of sneakers even more. Another one of our favourites? The classic slip-on sandals.

Champion 93Eighteen SP Block ($65)

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Champion 93Eighteen SP Block
$65
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Champion Gem Hi Classic Sneakers ($60)

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Champion Gem Hi Classic Sneakers
$60
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Champion Bubble Court Low ($30, originally $70)

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Champion Bubble Court Low
$30
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Champion IPO Slides ($21, originally $35)

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Champion IPO Slides
$21
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Champion D1 Knit Sneakers ($85)

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$85
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Whether you're a high or low-top fan, it doesn't get more classic than a pair of Chuck Taylor Converse sneakers. We love the classic colours like black, white, and red, but the archival prints and '90s-inspired court shoes are pretty hard to resist, too.

Converse Chuck Taylor All Star ($55)

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Converse Chuck Taylor All Star
$55
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Converse Chuck 70 ($80)

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Converse Chuck 70
$80
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Converse Pro Leather ($95)

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Converse Pro Leather
$95
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Converse Chuck 70 Archive Print High Top ($85)

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Converse Chuck 70 Archive Print High Top
$85
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Converse '90s Pro Leather ($100)

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Converse '90s Pro Leather
$100
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What were the '90s with Nike sneakers? For a modern take on nostalgic style, you can go wrong with a pair of Air Max sneakers, be it the 90, Graviton, or Correlate.

Nike Air Max2 Light SE ($95, originally $150)

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$95
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Nike Air Max 200 ($120)

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$120
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Nike Air Max Graviton ($76, originally $100)

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$76
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Nike Air Max Correlate ($70, originally $95)

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$70
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Nike Air Max 90 ($120)

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$120
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OK, Air Jordan's are technically Nike sneakers, too, but they're so iconic, they deserve a category unto themselves. From the classic low top to retro-inspired silhouettes and cool collaborations, these sneakers signify true sneakerhead status.

Air Jordan 1 Retro High ($128, originally $160)

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Air Jordan 1 Retro High
$128
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Air Jordan 1 Low ($90)

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Air Jordan 1 Low
$90
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Air Jordan 4 Retro ($190)

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Air Jordan 4 Retro
$190
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Air Jordan 4 x Olivia Kim ($190)

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Air Jordan 4 x Olivia Kim
$190
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Jordan Air Max 200 XX ($125)

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$125
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Quintessentially '90s, Timberland boots have endured through the decades from throwback outfits worn by Aaliyah and Missy Elliot to modern looks worn by Rihanna, Jennifer Lopez, and Hailey Bieber. Whether you're rocking a pair of baggy jeans or a cute dress, go for the classic 6" lug-soles, heeled versions, or a pair of overbuilt sneakers from the time-honoured brand.

Timberland 6" Premium Waterproof Boots ($170)

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Timberland 6" Premium Waterproof Boots
$170
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Timberland Kinsley 6" Waterproof Boots ($130)

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Timberland Kinsley 6" Waterproof Boots
$130
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Timberland Camdale Chunky Heel Boots ($140)

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Timberland Camdale Chunky Heel Boots
$140
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Timberland Nellie Waterproof Chukka Boots ($135)

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Timberland Nellie Waterproof Chukka Boots
$135
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Timberland Delphiville Mixed-Media Sneakers ($110)

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Timberland Delphiville Mixed-Media Sneakers
$110
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