Top 5 hottest shoes of May: New Balance and Miu Miu collabs make the list, but the No. 1 spot goes to this pair
After handbags, POPBEE has rounded up last month’s most-clicked sneakers for you!
Have you checked out May’s Top 5 hottest handbags yet? This month, POPBEE has rounded up the Top 5 sneakers generating the most buzz and search interest. As summer approaches, shoe collections are shifting from heavier styles to lighter, more fashion-forward options. This month’s footwear keywords are diverse: New Balance’s retro running shoe craze is still going strong, while Salomon and Ray BEAMS bring an outdoorsy, performance-inspired feel. The Miu Miu x New Balance 530 once again proves the appeal of fashion collaborations; Jeffrey Campbell’s Saturna satin tabi shoes have drawn attention for their elegant yet subtly rebellious silhouette; and heavenly jelly has put childhood-inspired jelly shoes back on the summer styling list.
From versatile everyday sneakers and buzzworthy collaborations to seasonally appropriate sandals, here are the Top 5 footwear styles POPBEE readers were most interested in this May. If you’re looking to refresh your summer looks, this ranking is a great place to start.
No. 5 hottest shoe of May 2026: Jeffrey Campbell Saturna satin tabi shoes
Has your feed been flooded with ballet-inspired Mary Janes, yet you still haven’t found a pair that stands out? Jeffrey Campbell’s new Saturna satin tabi shoes pair an elegant sheen with a distinctive 0.25-inch flat sole, becoming a popular topic with their accessible price point. … (Read the full article here)
No. 4 hottest shoe of May 2026: heavenly jelly jelly shoes
While scrolling through Korean fashion influencers’ product posts lately, you may have noticed these flats appearing everywhere. They are, surprisingly, jelly shoes made from 100% waterproof resin. Korean indie brand heavenly jelly completely overturns preconceived notions of plastic shoes. Using a specialized molding technique, its designer creates an openwork grid on the plastic upper that resembles couture knitwear, instantly giving these otherwise simple jelly shoes a French-inspired elegance. … (Read the full article here)
No. 3 hottest shoe of May 2026: Miu Miu x New Balance 530
The Miu Miu and New Balance collaboration is still going strong. This time, the two brands have reworked the classic New Balance 530 SL running shoe into a mule silhouette. With its heel removed for a slip-on design, the originally ’90s sporty style takes on a more relaxed, casual, and slightly polished look. … (Read the full article here)
No. 2 hottest shoe of May 2026: Salomon x Ray BEAMS
Salomon’s performance sneakers remain a top styling choice for many fashion-conscious women. For Spring/Summer 2026, Salomon teamed up with Japanese brand Ray BEAMS on a new XT-Whisper collaboration, and this “blueberry cheesecake” colorway is unexpectedly dreamy. If you’re looking for a versatile pair with dimensional layers that isn’t likely to be everywhere, this new design is sure to catch your eye. … (Read the full article here)
No. 1 hottest shoe of May 2026: New Balance Kave SD2401
New Balance Korea is introducing its new Kave (SD2401) series for Spring/Summer 2026, with four practical colorways released at once. Black, silver-black, and silver-gray are available at all stores, while the most talked-about brown is exclusively sold at more than 50 selected brick-and-mortar locations, including those in Seongsu-dong and Myeong-dong. Its highly recognizable design drew plenty of attention as soon as it arrived, making it a style to watch this season. … (Read the full article here)
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