AURA sneakers

Women’s retro sneakers: Vanessa Wu’s take on vintage style 

Among Vanessa Wu’s sneaker collection, the AURA retro sneaker stands out as the brand’s signature silhouette: a low top sneaker with a slim silhouette inspired by 1970s styles, built on a lightweight and comfortable flat sole. 

Reimagined each season in new finishes such as suede, mesh, pony hair effect, metallic leather, or glitter, it always keeps the same instantly recognizable line. A retro sneaker designed to fit effortlessly into every wardrobe, from casual looks to more elevated silhouettes. 

AURA: a retro sneaker inspired by the 1970s 

The AURA sneaker stands out with its slim sole and low top design, signature features of vintage inspired flat sneakers. Its sleeker shape gives it an instantly recognizable look. Styled with jeans, dresses, or tailored pants, this retro sneaker creates effortlessly modern combinations. 

Colors, prints, and finishes: styles for every look 

AURA flat sneakers come in a wide range of colors and finishes. 

In terms of materials, AURA retro sneakers are available in suede for a soft matte finish, mesh for a lighter and more breathable feel, or calf hair effect for a textured look with animal inspired accents. 

Metallic finishes, in gold or silver on the AURA Emblem styles, play with light for a modern result. Glitter versions bring a more festive touch. Leopard print, one of the brand’s signatures and featured on the AURA Initials, completes the collection with an instantly recognizable pattern. 

The color palette ranges from pastel shades, such as the pastel green AURA Initials, to bolder tones designed to suit every style. 

A versatile sneaker, season after season 

A key style in the Vanessa Wu collection, the AURA sneaker evolves season after season while staying true to its identity: a low top sneaker with an on-trend design, available in materials and colors created to suit every wardrobe. Discover the full selection of AURA retro sneakers in the Spring–Summer 2026 collection.