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[Sneakers]: Not really for sneaking
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There is pretty much nothing cooler that you can put on your feet than sneakers, unless you are a joyless elderly curmudgeon (*cough* Will *cough*)
Thankfully, we are not! This is a place for youth and fun and most importantly, sweet kicks:
So, doggs, what baller shit do you put on your feet? Do you rock $500 fashion sneakers from Lanvin and Raf Simon? Do you keep it classic with Chucks and Adidas Spezials? Do you wear Jordans, all day, every day?
Personally, I tend to favor "fashion" sneakers that still manage to be reasonably priced -- awesome kicks from places like Clae or Creative Recreation.
I'm not really the most versed in the world of sneakers though -- I can only name you the biggest of big name designers, and I couldn't tell you any of the hottest collabs of the last year. So I'll leave some spoilers up here and will take suggestions for awesome brands that will make you feel like a rubber-soled king, and websites/magazines/blogs that will keep you up to date on the latest in footwear glory.
Brands:
Blogs etc:
There is pretty much nothing cooler that you can put on your feet than sneakers, unless you are a joyless elderly curmudgeon (*cough* Will *cough*)
Thankfully, we are not! This is a place for youth and fun and most importantly, sweet kicks:
So, doggs, what baller shit do you put on your feet? Do you rock $500 fashion sneakers from Lanvin and Raf Simon? Do you keep it classic with Chucks and Adidas Spezials? Do you wear Jordans, all day, every day?
Personally, I tend to favor "fashion" sneakers that still manage to be reasonably priced -- awesome kicks from places like Clae or Creative Recreation.
I'm not really the most versed in the world of sneakers though -- I can only name you the biggest of big name designers, and I couldn't tell you any of the hottest collabs of the last year. So I'll leave some spoilers up here and will take suggestions for awesome brands that will make you feel like a rubber-soled king, and websites/magazines/blogs that will keep you up to date on the latest in footwear glory.
Brands:
Blogs etc:
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I'm not exactly a sneaker pimp but Converse is timeless.
Clae Russell and Zuriick Viktor, in gravel patent leather and charcoal canvas, respectively.
And the shit I really want is this:
Another Clae shoe -- the Khan, in forest leather.
The interbutts! Either from the brand websites directly, or from retail sites like Revolve, Yoox, Gilt, etc.
Basically, know your size and research brands to see what runs big/small.
Anything less than a full size difference shouldn't matter much.
My Russells are a bit small, and occasionally that means a blister here or there, but it's not really a big deal. I wear them constantly anyway. Next time I go with a Clae shoe, I'll go 11 instead of 10.5, but I find that as long as I stick to my true size (10.5) as closely as possible, it's not really worth fretting over the perfect fit.
I mean, shit, who cares about comfort when you look that good anyway?
Chucks are indeed a versatile and timeless classic.
The only converse I own though are laceless John Varvatos all-stars, though.
i like:
and
and then mostly dressier shoes
One pair of common shoe they do that are consistently in the larger sizes, with a good fit. Though I prefer the one in the more faux boot like design (same, except with higher back/sides
Not the full on boot style, which looks piss poor).
That said, I own a great many shoes. Or did, I threw lots of them out recently due to moving. And I may be too late to visit the sales and replenish things.
I use them now too, because I think boots generally look stupid, the traction on snow and ice sucks quite a bit but I haven't tipped over yet.
And that includes ski boots.
Well, AS bad, then.
But seriously, there's nothing about a Chuck Taylor that fits the definition of proper shoe design as has been agreed upon for 30 years. It's just unsupported canvas wrapped around flat rubber.
or some color variation.
it's either that or boots/dressier shoes. No exceptions. I think a lot of sneakers just look gauche.
Not for me.
I generally don't care for Nikes but they got it right with SB dunks. While much of it was marketing in the beginning Nike has managed to break into skating and stay there. Dunks are some of the most sought after collectible sneakers out there.
And while we're at it, check out my Bathing Apes.
What began humbly as a t shirt store in the 90s grew over ten years to one of the biggest names in urban fashion. Represented by the likes of Pharrell Williams, Kanye West, Lil Wayne, and probably a bunch of other rap dudes I also don't listen to. The shoes are known for their blatant theft of the Nike Air Force 1 design, bright colors, patent leather, extreme price, and limited numbers. Like everything BAPE produces shoes were often limited to 100 pairs per run. Think of it as wearing one of Raphael's virgins on your feet for all to see.
I myself only own two pairs of bapes because $250 for a pair of shoes is fucking insane despite how much I love them. They are still just shoes afterall. I like the brand because the pop-culture references and the deals they make with companies like Marvel/DC Comics or Nintendo.
I'm certain plenty if flak will be tossed around for both Dunks and Bapes but to have a sneaker thread without them would be a grave error.
Shogun Streams Vidya
and they are sweet
also mine have polka dots where this one has plaid
When you say "tennis shoes", their Tennis Shoes look like the Platonic form of tennis shoes:
http://seavees.com/shop/products/mens/05_65._tennis_shoe/
I think I want 'em in blue.
I'm definitely a fan of SB Dunks. I don't own any personally, because I'm not sure how well they work with my aesthetic, but I'm considering getting a few in the near future.
As for BAPEs -- personally they don't really meet the threshold for what I would want in a $250 sneaker. At that point, honestly I'd rather be looking to e-bay some Martin Margielas or Lanvins or something.
On the other end of this spectrum, these motorcycle boots:
Are the most comfortable things I have ever put my feet in.
Obviously not great for workouts. Since my old sneakers are disintegrating and I have a renewed love of lacelessness, does anybody have any suggestions?
I don't skate, but pretty much wear dunks exclusively as far as sneakers go. Adidases pinch my toes, and I'm not really into dropping $150+ for shoes I'm going to be dancing in puddles of alcohol in.
edit: they are, but they don't make my old ones anymore
As a place to find shoes for you in general? Zappos? The Mrs likes them.
(link goes right to size 15 sneakers)
I have no taste at all, so I can't help with specifics.
When I wear sneaks I wear something classy, sleek, and most importantly understated.
I really like this one:
Any thoughts? The one in black has slightly different stitching that makes it a bit more sporty than I'd like.
I have a friend who exclusively wears Nike dunks as if they sponsor him, but I constantly make fun of him for them. Paired with skinny jeans they make people look like clowns.
Personally I think brown is the better choice. I don't know what it is about black leather sneakers, but I'm not always a fan. I think the brown is a classic look.