Sneaker Prices Might Be Going Up—Here’s Why

Sneaker lovers, brace yourselves—your next pair of kicks might cost more than you’re used to. New tariffs are hitting the U.S. hard, and the sneaker industry is feeling it big time.Brands like Nike, Adidas, and Under Armour (aka the usual suspects) rely on factories in places like China, Vietnam, and Indonesia to make their sneakers.    

      But with new tariffs on imported goods, those production costs are going up—and guess who’s likely to eat that cost? Yup, us.According to the Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA), we could be looking at $7 billion in extra costs passed on to U.S. shoppers. Translation: that $150 pair of running shoes? It could soon run you over $200. 🫠Some brands are trying to move production to other countries or bring it closer to home, but it’s not as simple as flipping a switch.

    So don’t be surprised if prices start creeping up over the next few months.Bottom line? If you’ve been eyeing a pair of Travis Scott x AJ 1’s , now might be the time to cop before the price tags hit a new level.