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MMM Concealed Derby Shoes

MMM Concealed Derby Shoes
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A minimalist take on the classic derby shoe. It has flaps that partially conceal the laces and eyelets, and its seams are hidden as well. The midsole is also lined with leather to create a seamless look. Images from Mr. Porter.

NIke KD VI

NIke KD VI
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For his latest signature shoe, Kevin Durant opted for a low-cut form that bolsters quickness and lateral movement, providing traction and impact protection. We’re not sure if Sonics fans would love this colorway though. Video here.

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Adidas Springblade

Adidas Springblade

The Springblade running shoes eschew the traditional midsole, replacing it with 16 forward angled blades made of polymer. The elastic blades are designed to literally add a spring to your step. Drops 08/13 for $180.

Vans Chauffeur Ombre

Vans Chauffeur Ombre
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The Chauffeur is Vans’ take on the boat shoe. It has a flexible rubber outsole and a removable footbed that provides cushion if you wear the shoes without socks. The Ombre’s two-tone beach colorway is perfect for summer.

FlipSides Engraved Flip-Flops

FlipSides Engraved Flip-Flops
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Etsy shop FlipSides sells flip-flops with engraved letters and symbols on their soles that leave impressions in the sand. You can also customize your order, making them a nice gift or advertising tool for your own business.

Nike Free Run 5.0 #BeTrue

Nike Free Run 5.0 #BeTrue
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Rainbow-colored running shoes with a glove-like fit. But these shoes won’t just improve your lap times.  They’re part of Nike’s #BeTrue collection, the profits of which will be used to fund the LGBT Sports Coalition.

Adidas Basketball Oil Spill Pack

Adidas Basketball Oil Spill Pack
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A special re-release of three of Adidas’ famous 90s basketball shoes. The Real Deal, the Top Ten 2000 and the Crazy 8 get made up in pink, green, blue and black with a sweet shiny finish.

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Wool Walkers

Wool Walkers
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If you liked the Wool Sweater Slippers, check out Etsy shop Wool Walker’s wares. They’re handmade flats and slippers made of sheep wool with rubber soles. Available in different color combinations.

Vans Outdoor Switchback

Vans Outdoor Switchback
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The Outdoor Switchback is a skate shoe infused with the look and durability of hiking boots. It has a water-resistant pig suede and rubber upper, a reinforced tongue and a rubber outsole.

Nike Kobe 8 Mambacurial

Nike Kobe 8 Mambacurial
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Nike takes a cue from Kobe’s love for both basketball and soccer with this hybrid design. The Kobe 8 Mambacurial takes design cues and the trademark colorway of the Mercurial Vapor IX and applies them to the Kobe 8 System.

Nike TW’14

Nike TW’14

Tiger Woods’ newest signature golf shoes incorporate Nike Free technology, meaning they mimic a barefoot feeling and have a very breathable upper. Coming in 06/13 with NikeiD customization options.

NIke Blazer Mid ’77 PRM VNTG

NIke Blazer Mid ’77 PRM VNTG
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This release of the classic basketball shoes has a multi-color swoosh, yellow highlights on the heel and tongue, suede reinforcements and retro yellowed rubber sole. You can also spot them on 290sqm and on eBay.

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Nike 1972 QS Deep Red

Nike 1972 QS Deep Red

A very special Quickstrike release, these beautiful semi-formal sneakers are based on the first ever Nike shoes. They have a leather upper and tongue, waxed laces and the classic welt sole. Also in brown. Video by Lacebag.

Carhartt x Vans Reflective Era

Carhartt x Vans Reflective Era

Feel free to skate in the dark with this unique take on the Era sneakers. Made by Carhartt Work In Progress and Vans Syndicate, the sneakers’ upper is made of highly reflective materials. Available in four different colors.

China’s Fake Nike Town

China’s Fake Nike Town

Blue Ocean Network looks at the shoe counterfeiting industry in Putian. Apparently some of the shoes are so well made that they can fool quality assurance inspectors, prompting people to label them “legitimate knockoffs.”

Nike LeBron X NSW Lifestyle

Nike LeBron X NSW Lifestyle
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A pair of casual shoes based on the LeBron X. It has a backwards swoosh, laser-cut mesh panels, brown leather upper, blue midsole and gold accents. Also available in black. More on Bron bron’s site.

Hender Scheme MIP 01

Hender Scheme MIP 01
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Part of Hender Scheme’s Hommage Collection, Manual Industrial Products 01 are limited edition handmade replicas of Nike’s Air Force 1. These deluxe high tops are made of nothing but raw undyed leather.

Woodies Custom Kicks

Woodies Custom Kicks
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Woodies takes Converse Chucks or Vans Slip-Ons and prints their own designs or your custom creations directly onto the shoes. No artistic vision? Their graphic design team will help ensure you have the coolest kicks on the block.

New Balance Revlite 574

New Balance Revlite 574

New Balance updates its classic 574 running shoe by equipping it with Revlite foam cushion for more comfort. The navy and red orange combo is freakin’ sweet too. Available on Feature, Amazon and New Balance.

Nike Superhuman Collection

Nike Superhuman Collection

Based on the Lunar Force 1 and classic Nike Air Hyperflight, these out-of-this world colorways are inspired by Kevin’s lightning speed, Lebron’s diamond-hard toughness, and Kobe’s snake-like vision. Out 3/29/13.

Hug Me Collection

Hug Me Collection

A collection of avant garde menswear inspired by hugs and the need for human connection. Made by Chan Si Leong as a project at the London College of Fashion. Photos by Sara Pista.

Nike AF 1 Downtown Iron Man

Nike AF 1 Downtown Iron Man

Social Status proves that Shellhead’s crimson and gold are enough to make a pair of shoes pop, with or without any additional details. Available exclusively from Social Status shops for $175.

Lace Anchors 2.0

Lace Anchors 2.0

An ingenious invention by Chuck Harris, Lace Anchors are small plastic tools that secure your shoelaces so you never have to tie or adjust them again. They are sturdy, discreet and affordable.

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