A good pair of sneakers is an essential part of every man’s closet, also a pair of formal shoes. Sneakers look cool and are versatile. They are your everyday go-to pair of footwear.
Good sneakers aren’t hard to find. You can find some high-quality, durable and versatile sneakers starting from around INR 2,000.
All your regular sneakers should range from Rs 2,000 to Rs 12,000. We can get all types of sneakers in this price range. Spending more than Rs 12,000 for a pair- it’s a passion for sneakers, or if you’re a collector or fashion influencer.
Getting the sneakers you like is not a difficult job these days(if we leave the price and availability factor aside).
Sneakers in India can be bought both offline and online. The sneaker market in India is growing at a rapid speed. Online discounts have boosted the sale of sneakers and you can get some amazing sneakers at very affordable prices.
Post covid pandemic, the prices of most sneakers(also most fashion) have increased and they now retail for more than what they did before(inflation is also a factor here).
With a number of different footwear brands out there, this article discusses the top 10 sneakers brands in India for 2022 and 2023.
10. Fila
Fila is a well-known sportswear brand that makes all types of athletic clothing and shoes. It has been around in India for a very long time now.
Fila sneakers were popular in the early and mid 2010s here but then saw a decline in popularity. Bringing new products and marketing helped Fila towards the end of the last decade.
Fila is now growing fast in India as a brand and they have some cool sneakers available both online and in physical stores.
As a sportswear brand, most of their sneakers are chunky-styled and athletic, with bright colors and retro silhouettes. You can find them anywhere from Rs 2,000 to Rs 12.000.
9. Asics
Asics is another popular sportswear brand just like Fila. Comfortable and performance-enhancing footwear has made Asics one of the top players in the athletic and fitness world.
Asics is recognized as one of the best running shoe brands in the world. Their Gel series is very successful and popular among runners. Asics makes some great everyday casual shoes that you can get and wear for a very long time.
8. Skechers
The American sneaker brand has been in India for 10 years now. After entering India in 2012, Skechers has now stores in most major cities. Skechers make some good lifestyle shoes that serve all age groups. With growing popularity, the brand now sells its products on all major online shopping platforms.
Skechers are well known for their comfort. Talking about their styles, most of the casual sneakers they produce are sporty and retro-looking and there is some inspiration from high-end hypebeast sneakers.
They have a good collection of sneakers overall and most of the shoes are priced reasonably. You can get their sneakers for under 10,000 rupees.
7. Vans
Vans need no introduction. One of the best and most popular skate shoe makers has been doing great in the Indian market for a long time.
The brand’s most famous model called the Vans Old Skool is very popular among young guys. They also have other stylish models and high-tops. Vans sneakers are considered classics, you don’t have to ever worry about them getting out of style.
6. Adidas Originals
One of the most popular sneaker brands in India – Adidas Originals, faces tough competition from its major rivals – Nike and Puma.
The brand is slightly more expensive than most of the brands on this list. Even the entry-level sneakers by Adidas Originals start from around Rs 4,000. The brands still sell in good numbers and always stay popular.
Some classic styles from the brand include Samba, Superstar, Stan Smith, etc. If you’re into street style, they also have some cool looking high-tops in their collection.
5. Reebok Classic
Reebok classic is in a league of its own. Their classic sneakers are popular not only in India but around the globe. Though the brand faced tough competition from its major rivals in recent times, its leather sneakers have always remained relevant in the men’s fashion scene.
The Reebok Classic Leather Legacy and the Club C 85 are some of the most iconic sneaker silhouettes out there. They’re made of good quality materials and look stylish. If you are a fan of retro-looking sneakers, they are some of the best styles to choose from.
Reebok Classic is now into modern performance footwear(without losing the retro charm in their products) and overall they have a good selection of everyday sneakers.
4. Converse
The brand Converse has been around for a century. Their sneakers called the Chuck Taylor All-star, originally made for basketball, have become one of the most iconic sneaker styles ever.
Converse sneakers like the Chuck Taylor 70s have been trendy for a while now and you can get them in many different colorways.
The best part about the brand is its affordability. Their sneakers are very good quality and you can get most of them for under Rs 5,000. Because of the price and timeless style, Converse is one the best brands to get when starting a sneaker collection.
3. Nike
The brand includes some of the most timeless and classic sneakers in its collection- Air force one, Blazer, Air Jordan 1, Air Max, etc.
Nike is a no-brainer footwear brand that you can buy shoes from at any point in your life. It has some cheap sneakers and also some of the most expensive ones.
For their expensive offerings- Air Max, Air Jordans, etc(which were hard to find a few years ago), we can now find sneakers like these on some of the eCommerce sites in India.
2. New Balance
New balance in the past 2-3 years has been very strong in the sports footwear market. They have released some of the best-looking chunky shoes in recent times. NB also had some successful brand collaborations resulting in some cool sneakers but most of those are not available in India as of now.
The good part is – most of their recent in-house drops are now easily available in India and can be all bought for under Rs 12,000.
You can get the classic 574 model that is available in various colors and also different materials. The 237 and 57/405 are some of the best-looking retro sneakers that are priced reasonably and look super stylish on the feet.
1. Puma
Yes– it has to be Puma – the sneaker brand that you can’t ignore in India. Puma has had a strong presence in the Indian market for a long time and the brand is loved by people of all age groups.
So why is Puma the number one in our list of top sneaker brands to buy in India? Along with quality, Puma also has quantity. They have the most number of shoes from all the brands in this list on online E-Commerce stores, which means more styles to choose from. The shoes you get at Puma are priced less compared to its major competitors like Nike and Adidas.
The combination of sports and fashion is what Puma focuses on most. Their recent years’ sneaker releases are Chunky retro-inspired and with modern technology and comfort. The Puma RX series and the classic Suede model are two of the best picks when starting your sneaker collection with Puma.