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If there's one topic that can unite and divide our team of editors here at POPSUGAR in equal measure, it's sneakers. Don't get me wrong, we love our kicks and would choose to wear them over any other shoes any day of the week. But it's our personal style preferences that are often cause for a good-natured debate. On the one hand, we've got the purists who love the old-school silhouettes so much, they won't wear anything designed after 1999. On the other hand, there are the contemporary cohorts who love a boundary-pushing design. And then of course, there's the age-old question: are you team colourful or team neutral?
But no matter what camp we're in, we can all agree that shopping for sneakers, especially limited-edition or highly covetable styles, can be tricky. That's where the eBay Authenticity Guarantee certification for sneakers comes in handy. With this service, you can shop for sneakers starting from £100 from popular brands, including Nike, adidas, and New Balance with confidence. Just look for listings with the "Authenticity Guarantee" badge and relax knowing that by the time your sneakers arrive, they'll have been inspected and verified by a team of qualified, professional authenticators.
Ahead, we polled our editors to share the sneakers they've got in their virtual shopping carts, from the retro Nike Air Max to the sleek Adidas NMD R1.
Nike Air Max 90 Sneakers
"I love the Nike Air Max 90 Sneakers and that these in particular (£135) are neutral with a pop of personality. The white tone ensures they'll go with everything in my wardrobe, and the layers of pink are fresh and fun." — Kathleen Owens, style editor
Adidas NMD R1 Sneakers
"I've been on the hunt for a pair of white running shoes to add some variety to my black pairs, and the Adidas NMD R1 Sneakers in the white and gold (£160) are pretty much my dream shoes. I love the creamy knit fabric and the sleek and streamlined design, plus the pop of gold detailing is so luxe and elevated and will complement all the warm tones I like wearing in autumn." — Stephanie Nguyen, senior style editor
New Balance 327 Sneakers
"I love the silhouette of the New Balance 327 Sneakers, and in this navy and beige colourway (£145), they look so chic. They're a great neutral pair, but the navy gives a bit of an edge, which I love. I've seen so many people wearing them recently, so it must be a sign!" — Navi Ahluwalia, assistant editor
Nike Air Jordan MA2 Sneakers
"I've been waiting a long time for a pair of Jordans to seduce me, and it's finally happened. These cream and pink sneakers (£165) add a pop of colour I definitely don't own to my collection, and scoring a pair of these for less than £100 is hard to pass up (and I definitely won't let that happen)." — Sam Sasso, beauty editor
Reebok x JJJJOUND Classic Nylon Sneakers
"When it comes to casual sneakers, I love a low, streamlined profile — something simple and classic like a pair of Reeboks. The Reebok x JJJJOUND Classic Nylon Sneakers (£190) in particular are versatile enough that I already know I'll be wearing them with everything from midi skirts and dresses to jeans to loungewear." — SN
Nike Jordan 1 Low Triple White Sneakers
"A classic pair of white Nike Jordans is always a good idea. I feel like I can never own enough. These Low Triple White Sneakers (£100) are an iconic pair that I will have forever and can wear with absolutely everything, from sundresses to jeans to wide-leg trousers." — KO
New Balance 990v5 Sneakers
"No matter how hard I try, I cannot escape grey New Balance sneakers, specifically a pair of the 990s (£180). I can't tell if it's the muted colour palette or the casual design, but there's just something about these sneakers I know my wardrobe needs." — SS
Nike Air Max 97 Sneakers
"I've been searching for Air Max 97s for a while now. I love the neutral grey tone against the red swoosh on these sneakers (£109). Plus, it's such a classic style that can work with any look." — Rayna Rossitto, content coordinator
