What is a sneaker? A basic question but let’s break it down! or What is a sneaker exactly? Simple def

Wow, didn’t expect this many takes! So basically, rubber soles + casual = sneaker for most of y’all.

But now I’m curious—where do slip-on loafers fit in? They’re comfy and rubber-soled but feel too fancy to be sneakers. Thoughts?

Also, big thanks for the Sneaker Freaker rec—gonna check that out!