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Social media started out as an interactive way to connect with people from all over, but it has since become a great tool for researching and following new trends. With the word "sneakers" being hashtagged over 24 million times on Instagram, sneaker culture is easily one of the biggest and fastest growing topics on and off the Internet.
It goes without saying that sneakers, in general, are popular fashion items, but the average person might have a hard time figuring out which pairs are most popular. To take a deeper look at which styles dominate the online space, shipping service Forward2me gathered data on the world's most Instagrammed sneakers.
Some of their key findings were that the Adidas NMD, a sneaker that first released just three years ago, topped the list with over 5.7 million hashtags — and that 53% of the world's most Instagrammed sneakers were from Nike.
Since Instagram hashtags are a tell-tale indication of what's popular and what's not, the research serves as a solid shopping guide to your next pair of sneakers.
Whether you're interested in a recent phenomenon like Kanye West's Yeezys, a classic silhouette that's been around forever like the Converse Chuck Taylor, or a modern performance runner like the Nike Air VaporMax, the list has every kind of sneaker you could possibly want.
Scroll down to learn more about all of the world's most Instagrammed sneakers and where to buy them.
1. Adidas NMD
Shop all NMDs at Adidas here, starting at $130.
When the Adidas NMD first launched in 2015, it became extremely popular for its comfort, style, and a wide selection of available colorways. Designed for the urban nomad, the sneakers are made for on-the-go lifestyles. A full-length Boost midsole provides cloud-like comfort and the one-piece Primeknit upper makes them easy to pack in a bag and travel with.
2. Adidas Yeezy Boost 350
Shop all Adidas Yeezy Boosts at Stadium Goods here, starting at $300.
Whether you love or hate Kanye West as an artist or a person, you can't deny his impact on sneaker culture. The Adidas Yeezy Boost originally released in 2015, selling out instantly. Since its first launch, the shoe has come out in several colorways and an updated V2 model — all of which have sold out instantly, too. You won't find these sitting on shelves anywhere, so Stadium Goods is your best bet at finding guaranteed authentic pairs at fair resale prices.
3. Vans Old Skool
Shop all Vans Old Skools at Foot Locker here, starting at $60.
Originally known as the Vans #36, the Vans Old Skool was the first sneaker from the brand to incorporate leather panels for added durability. It was also the first silhouette to feature the now unmistakable "jazz stripe" Vans logo — a design that started out as a random doodle by co-founder Paul Van Doren.
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