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Women's Breathable Sports Shoes

Explore women's breathable sports shoes to find athletic footwear that suits your style and fit preferences. As you compare options, check each pair’s sizing, fit guidance and product details to help narrow your selection.

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Women's HOKA Solimar 2 Running Shoes
HOKA Women's HOKA Solimar 2 Running Shoes
A white running shoe with breathable mesh, plush heel, EVA foam cushioning, and durable rubber traction.
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$125 $125
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$125 $125
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Women's HOKA Gaviota 6 Running Shoes
HOKA Women's HOKA Gaviota 6 Running Shoes
A blue running shoe with breathable engineered mesh, cushioning, enhanced support, and an abrasion-resistant rubber outsole.
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$175 $175
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$175 $175
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Women's On Cloudrunner 3 Running Shoes
On Women's On Cloudrunner 3 Running Shoes
Women's running shoes with breathable mesh, Helion superfoam cushioning, supportive stability, reflective details, and rubber traction.
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$150 $150
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$150 $150
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Adults' New Balance 530 Running Shoes
New Balance Adults' New Balance 530 Running Shoes
A gray running shoe with breathable mesh and synthetic overlays, featuring an impact-absorbing ABZORB midsole.
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$99.99 $99.99
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$99.99 $99.99
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Women's On Cloud 6 Shoes
On Women's On Cloud 6 Shoes
A lightweight white sneaker with breathable recycled-polyester mesh, CloudTec cushioning, Speedboard support, and durable rubber outsole.
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$150 $150
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$150 $150
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Women's New Balance 990V6 Running Shoes
New Balance Women's New Balance 990V6 Running Shoes
A multicolor running-inspired sneaker with breathable leather and mesh, cushioned support, and a durable rubber outsole.
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$199.95 $199.95
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$199.95 $199.95
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Women's HOKA Clifton 10 Running Shoes
HOKA Women's HOKA Clifton 10 Running Shoes
A white running shoe with lightweight cushioning, breathable jacquard knit, reflective details, and durable rubber outsole.
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$155 $123.95
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$155 $123.95
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Women's On Cloudvista 3 Trail Running Shoes
On Women's On Cloudvista 3 Trail Running Shoes
A white trail-running shoe with breathable uppers, cushioned Helion foam and grippy outsoles for mixed terrain.
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$160 $160
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$160 $160
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Women's HOKA Clifton 11 Running Shoes
HOKA Women's HOKA Clifton 11 Running Shoes
Pink running shoes with plush EVA foam cushioning, breathable mesh uppers, and a smooth rocker ride.
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$155 $155
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$155 $155
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Women's VEJA Volley Sneakers, Mesh
Veja Women's VEJA Volley Sneakers, Mesh
A tan mesh sneaker with a breathable upper, cushioned insole, and Amazonian wild-rubber outsole.
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$145 $145
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$145 $145
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Women's Elevation Trail Shoes, Waterproof
L.L.Bean Women's Elevation Trail Shoes, Waterproof
A green waterproof trail shoe with breathable recycled mesh, protective rock plate and grippy rubber traction.
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$130 $130
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$130 $130
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Women's HOKA Transport 2 Shoes
HOKA Women's HOKA Transport 2 Shoes
A white polyester athleisure shoe with city-to-trail versatility, reflective details, quick-toggle laces, and recycled Vibram outsole.
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$155 $155
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$155 $155
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Women's On Cloudvista Trail Running Shoes
On Women's On Cloudvista Trail Running Shoes
A green trail running shoe with lightweight mesh, responsive cushioning, and grippy rubber traction.
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$160 $160
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$160 $160
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Women's New Balance 574V3 Walking Shoes
New Balance Women's New Balance 574V3 Walking Shoes
A blue suede-and-mesh walking shoe with ENCAP® support, breathable linings, removable foam insole, and durable rubber outsole.
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$89.99 $89.99
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$89.99 $89.99
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Women's Comfort Walkers 2, Ventilated
L.L.Bean Women's Comfort Walkers 2, Ventilated
A gray walking shoe with suede, breathable mesh, thermoregulating lining, cushioned support, and grippy rubber traction.
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$110 $110
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$110 $110
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Women's Elevation H2O Shoes
L.L.Bean Women's Elevation H2O Shoes
A blue nylon/neoprene water shoe with quick-drying construction, cushioned comfort, and wet-or-dry traction.
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$99.95 $59.99
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$99.95 $59.99
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Women's Bean's Comfort Fitness Walking Shoes, Waterproof
L.L.Bean Women's Bean's Comfort Fitness Walking Shoes, Waterproof
A gray waterproof walking shoe with breathable mesh, cushioned support, and grippy rubber traction.
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$120 $84.99
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What customers like:
Supportive
Waterproof
Versatile
Comfortable
Well made
$120 $84.99
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Women's On Cloudmonster 3 Running Shoes
On Women's On Cloudmonster 3 Running Shoes
A pair of white running shoes with engineered mesh uppers, maximum cushioning, and responsive energy-returning foam.
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$190 $190
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$190 $190
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Women's Trail Model X Ventilated Hiking Shoes
L.L.Bean Women's Trail Model X Ventilated Hiking Shoes
A green suede hiking shoe with breathable mesh, water-resistant protection, EVA cushioning, and grippy rubber traction.
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$99.95 $69.99
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$99.95 $69.99
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Women's Oboz Sawtooth X B-DRY Hikers, Low
Oboz Women's Oboz Sawtooth X B-DRY Hikers, Low
A gray waterproof hiking shoe with breathable nubuck leather, supportive cushioning, and mud-shedding traction.
(158)
$185 $185
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$185 $185
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Women's HOKA Challenger 8 Trail Shoes
HOKA Women's HOKA Challenger 8 Trail Shoes
A blue trail running shoe with cushioned EVA midsole, 4mm lugs, and lightweight rRPET mesh upper.
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$150 $150
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$150 $150
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Women's HOKA Challenger 8 Trail Shoes, GORE-TEX
HOKA Women's HOKA Challenger 8 Trail Shoes, GORE-TEX
A gray trail-running shoe with waterproof GORE-TEX protection, cushioned EVA midsoles, and grippy 4mm lugs.
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$165 $165
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$165 $165
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Women's HOKA Bondi 9 Running Shoes
HOKA Women's HOKA Bondi 9 Running Shoes
A white running shoe with engineered mesh, 55% recycled polyester, EVA cushioning, and durable rubber traction.
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$174.95 $174.95
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$174.95 $174.95
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Women's Kennebec Boat Shoes, 2-Eye
L.L.Bean Women's Kennebec Boat Shoes, 2-Eye
A blue leather boat shoe with breathable mesh, wet-grip traction, 360° lacing and cushioned support.
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$109 $39.99
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$109 $39.99
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Women's Breathable Sports Shoes

Women's Breathable Sports Shoes bring together a sporty look and breathability, with plenty of room for personal style. Finding a pair you’ll enjoy wearing starts with the details that matter to you: the shape of the shoe, the way it fits and how naturally it works with the rest of your wardrobe. A simple silhouette can feel familiar from the first look, while contrasting colors or distinctive lines offer a little more personality. Picture the colors you reach for most often—the pants hanging by the closet door or the favorite top you keep putting back into rotation—and choose a look that feels at home alongside them. Breathability is an important part of this collection, but it’s one part of the decision rather than a substitute for a good fit. The right choice should reflect your preferences, not just the size printed on the box.

When comparing women’s breathable sports shoes, take a moment to check each pair’s sizing information and fit notes. Shoe shapes vary, so a size that works well in one style may feel different in another. Consider both length and width, including whether your toes have room to move and whether your heel feels secure without pinching. Try shoes on with the socks you expect to wear, and check both feet rather than relying on how just one feels. A few unhurried steps indoors can help you notice pressure across the top of the foot, slipping at the heel or a toe box that feels too close. If you usually choose a particular width, look for that information instead of assuming that a larger size will give you the same fit. These small checks make comparisons more useful and help keep an appealing color or shape from overshadowing what feels right on your feet.

A pair of breathable sports shoes can also be a thoughtful gift for a woman who enjoys athletic style and has clear footwear preferences. The most helpful clues are often close at hand: the size and width she normally buys, the silhouettes she gravitates toward and whether she prefers quiet colors or something more expressive. Rather than guessing from appearance alone, confirm those details and review the exchange options before choosing. For your own wardrobe, use the same thoughtful approach. Compare the recommended styles with an eye toward what you genuinely like, then read the individual descriptions for the details that distinguish each pair. There’s no need to choose the most eye-catching option if a simpler design feels more like you. A considered choice balances breathable design, personal taste and fit—the details that make a pair feel like your own.

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