Awesome Shoes

Half sneaker, half mountain sandal, the leather X-Scape 100F hybrid covers all the outdoor bases. Designed by Deckers X Lab it’s rough-and-ready to climb mountains, run class 10 rapids, or simply run errands. The lightweight outsole sheds water, cut-outs promote airflow, and an adjustable heel strap customizes the fit.

K-Swiss teamed up with artist Chase Jarvis to create this sweet black-on-black sneaker that incorporates a lenticular leather camouflage design. It has a Nubuck leather heel, a side zipper for speed, and a colorful blue tongue embroidered with creativity-inspiring thoughts. Available in men’s and women’s sizes.

Nike’s GO FlyEase let you put on your shoes and take them off without using your hands. They feature a cleverly engineered hinged body that flips open when you push down on its heel and pops closed when you press your foot down. Nike plans on putting them into production soon.

MoEa’s sustainable sneakers are made from recycled fruits and plants, making them friendlier to the environment. The bio-based materials are combined with cotton and recycled polyurethane or recycled plastic for stability. They come in apple, pineapple, cactus, corn, and grape, color-coded to their source material.

We absolutely love this black and red colorway for Nike’s Air Max Plus sneakers. Unlike the typical neoprene and TPU design, this style has a mesh base with a reflective black wave pattern. Keep an eye out at retailers for style code DN7997-001 for the release.

The only way we know how to lace our shows is the alternating sides, every other hole method. In this video from Crafts DIY, you’ll learn two dozen creative lacing methods to make your sneakers stand out from the crowd.

Show off your sneaker collection while keeping them organized and free from dust. These crystal-clear acrylic boxes hold pairs up to men’s size 14 shoes, and feature aluminum frames and a magnetic door for easy access to their contents. They snap together for stacking and come in 2-, 4-, and 8-packs.

Design house Moschino came up with these sneakers that look like they’re made from bubble wrap. But the Double Bubble sneaker’s shell is made from textured plastic that isn’t actually poppable. Given their price, we might just wrap our Nikes in some bubble wrap and packing tape. Available in Men’s and Women’s sizes.

We love the easy-going look of Chrome’s Dima 2.0 sneaker. They’re perfect for everyday wear, whether you’re a bike commuter or hanging out on the beach. They have a breathable firehouse canvas upper, a power-plate nylon shank for extra pedal power, an impact-resistant PU crash pad insole, and a vulcanized rubber sole.

Nike celebrates the 20th anniversary of its Air Presto performance running shoe with a vibrant new edition. Holding true to the original vision of sneakers that mimicked the style of t-shirts, this version has a brilliant sunset gradient from tip to tail. Drops 3.12.2021 at 9am ET.

These slick modern sneakers have electroluminescent wire embedded in their soles, plus an RGB LED logo patch on the back. They can be controlled via a smartphone app, and have motion sensors that can react to your foot movements. They have a laceless design and will come in both white and black variants.

Keep your feet toasty indoors or out with these comfy slipper boots. They’re made from a cozy wool blend and have a grippy rubber sole, so you don’t wipe out when you go outside to grab a package or walk your dog. A leather pull tab makes for easy on and off action, and a reinforced nose prevents stubbed toes.

Stiff shoes got your dogs barking? Slip those toes into Skechers Bobs V’Lite 3D Fun skate-style sneakers made with a memory foam insole and pliable rubber sole. The irresistible canvas print features dogs and cats peacefully enjoying a movie together, grateful that Bobs has donated nearly $6 million to help shelter animals.

The Linksoul x True Lux Knit Sneaker is the star of the ultra-comfy Wave collection, the first collaboration between the two modern golf-wear brands. True’s signature cleat-less treads provide an awesome grip-to-weight ratio, the breathable upper is waterproof, and a reflective “Make Par Not War” heel tag reflects your game spirit.

Founded by Kweku Larbi, Baxter Wood Company creates durable, waterproof footwear while helping to make a difference in his home nation of Ghana, Africa. These handsome wellie-inspired boots are made from sustainable 100% tree rubber, and every purchase helps to provide education for children in poverty.

adidas‘ high tech running shoe features a digitally-printed resin midsole that’s precisely tuned to offer great heel cushioning, and a springy front for quick takeoffs. It has a breathable sandwich mesh upper, and its rubber outsole provides superior traction. There’s also a sweet triple black colorway in the works.

Part of Vans’ recently-released National Geographic collection, these classic canvas sneakers feature bold and colorful imagery from the magazine’s storied photographic covers, celebrating the publication’s 130+ years in business. Naturally, they feature Vans’ trademark waffle outsoles for grip and style.

Reebok’s 2020 cross-trainer is designed for versatility, offering comfort, support, and flexibility for all kinds of fitness activities. It’s got a stretchy, breathable Flexweave upper, a cushioned midsole that absorbs shocks while providing stability, and its outsole is designed for sure footing. Available in men’s and women’s sizes.

The Container Store’s Drop-Front Shoe Box is a transparent and stackable container for storing shoes. Since it opens up at the front, you don’t need to disassemble a stack of it to put in or take out shoes. Each box holds up to a men’s size 13 shoe.

Reebok follows up their awesome Alien Stompers with another futuristic shoe. This mid-top is ready to kick xenomorph butt with its military color scheme and camo graphics. They’ve got a full-grain leather upper, a comfy molded sockliner, and quick access strap closures. Drops 4.25.20 @11pm CDT, just in time for Alien Day.

Inner Art World sells shoes and accessories covered with vibrant and hypnotic patterns which really stand out from the crowd. Their sneaker collection offers a variety of bold designs, including mandalas, stained glass, paisleys, and our favorite, a steampunk pattern.

Nike’s Kevin Durant collection adds a great monochromatic colorway for the KD13. The high-energy basketball shoe features a full-length Air Zoom unit stacked on a secondary unit for added cushioning, and its lightweight upper gives a broken-in feel straight from the box. We really dig the grey-speckled soles.

Vans’ all-weather high-tops look great in this ’90s inspired multicolor design. They feature water-resistant leather and suede uppers, along with a heat retention and moisture management layer, and a cushioned, molded sockliner. Their lug soles provide plentiful traction on slippery surfaces too.

Inspired by an early-2000s midsole design, adidas quirky, but cool Microbounce T1 puts a spring in your step with cushioning cells that remind us of the suckers on an octopus’ tentacles. We dig the contrast of the rainbow colors with the black upper and cream patent leather mud guard.

Sean Yan Muk of SeansCrafts loves to make stuff out of ordinary household materials. This time out, he created a pair of impressively accurate Nike Air Force 1 sneakers out of cardboard, then wore the pair into footwear stores to check out the reactions when he asked if they had them in stock.

A very special gift for sneaker fanatics, Taschen’s 644-page coffee table book tells the storied history of famed footwear brand adidas through images. It features more than 350 pairs of shoes, including rare prototypes, one-of-a-kind originals, and iconic designs throughout the years.