According to GOAT, these are the 10 hottest-selling sneaker styles right now
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As any devoted sneakerhead knows, certain styles are in high demand, while others... not so much. Some rare and limited-edition kicks are even being resold at 2,000 per cent markup above their initial retail price, meaning if you’re lucky enough to get your hands on the right drop, you could be able to earn some serious cash.
Knowing which styles are most wanted can help you decide what’s worth keeping and what’s worth reselling, and there’s no better place to research than GOAT. It’s also one of the best sites if you’re searching for a specific style and are willing to splurge once you find them.
The resale giant has everything from the latest Air Jordan colourways to the latest footwear collabs, along with a huge selection of the hottest streetwear labels to go with your new kicks.
“With sports still at a halt, basketball and sports fans alike were captivated by the Netflix documentary series “The Last Dance” and as a result, Classic Air Jordan styles have increased in popularity over the last few months,” shared a representative for GOAT.
The retro style features heavily in a roundup of the ten top-selling sneaker styles of the moment, along with a few other surprise contenders. Scroll through to see if your top picks made the cut.
1. Air Jordan 13 Retro 'Flint' 2020
The newest iteration of the Air Jordan 13, this version features the reflective detailing on the mesh upper that made the original unique, along with an update on the original Flint Grey and French Blue colourway.
SHOP IT: GOAT, $240
2. Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG 'Royal Toe'
Following the release of Netflix’s series “The Last Dance” following Michael Jordan’s demand for the Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG spiked as fans squashed to get a piece of the basketball legend’s style.
SHOP IT: GOAT, $220
3. Air Jordan 1 Mid 'Chicago Black Toe'
Another take on the classic Air Jordan, this style draws inspiration from the Chicago Bulls and their iconic red, white and black uniform.
SHOP IT: GOAT, $145
4. Air Jordan 4 Retro 'Purple Metallic'
Featuring a white leather body and pops of purple throughout, this new release is already winning over fans with its sleek design.
SHOP IT: GOAT, $225
5. Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG GS 'Royal Toe'
The second appearance on this list of the Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG, this time in the GS update, goes to show that fans can’t get enough of this familiar colour combination in this retro design.
SHOP IT: GOAT, $225
6. Air Jordan 5 Retro 'Fire Red' 2020
Released earlier this year to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Air Jordan 5, this silhouette remains faithful to the original version’s design and features red shark tooth detailing inspired by a WWII P-51 Mustang fighter plane.
SHOP IT: GOAT, $210
7. Yeezy Boost 350 V2 'Cinder Non-Reflective'
The only pair of non-Nike’s to crack the top ten, this Yeezy Boost 350 V2 colourway done in soft charcoal grey delivers a more muted version of the style popularized by Kanye West.
SHOP IT: GOAT, $335
8. Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG 'Court Purple 2.0'
Done in vibrant shades of violet, these sneakers are a subtle update on the 2018 Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG’s that featured the same colourway.
SHOP IT: GOAT, $220
9. Air Force 1 '07 'White'
It doesn’t get much more timeless than these low Air Force sneakers, which look just as good both on and off the court.
SHOP IT: GOAT, $90
10. Air Jordan 13 Retro GS 'Flint’ 2020
Rounding out the top ten styles, the Air Jordan 13 Retro GS brings a modern update to the 1998 original, including reflective detailing on the uppers and a holographic “cat-eye” on the collar.
SHOP IT: GOAT, $145
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