Enko Running Shoes
These unconventional running shoes have actual spring-based shock absorbers and can be adjusted based on the wearer’s weight, and whether they’re walking, jogging or running in them. Launching on Indiegogo 2/1/2015.
These unconventional running shoes have actual spring-based shock absorbers and can be adjusted based on the wearer’s weight, and whether they’re walking, jogging or running in them. Launching on Indiegogo 2/1/2015.
The Metcon 1 combines the durability of cross-trainers with the light weight of running shoes. Its toe is close to the ground for stability, it has a flexible outsole and a high rubber midsole for extra protection. Drops 1/31/15.
The latest Reebok and Horween collaboration ditches the brogue detailing and waxed laces for a more casual take on the Classic Leather. Available in brown or black Horween leather upper with off-white midsole.
Nike honors athletes of African descent who stand up for their race and their rights as individuals with the Black History Month collection. Part of the proceeds (why not all of ’em Nike?) will go to charity. Drops 1/17/15.
One of the most eye-catching running shoes you’ll ever see. The Nike Huarache NM has thick rope-like laces, a mesh toe box, an Ortholite sockliner, a Natural Motion outsole and a wild color scheme.
Converse rides the monochrome wave in a practical way with this rain-ready release, sporting a water-resistant rubber upper in one of seven colors and a fleece lining for comfort. The white version is exclusive to Converse outlets.
Nike saved the best for last. The Kobe 9 High KRM EXT Black Mamba is one mean sumbitch. The shoe has murdered-out faux scales, leather heel and tongue with chrome midsole inlays. Drops 12/31/14.
Urban leather sneakers from Dutch menswear maker Onemanshow. They have elastic straps and a Velcro fastener instead of shoelaces. The oversized suede tongue and silver zippers on the ankles complete the biker jacket look.
The 2015 edition of the classic running shoe has an engineered mesh upper for breathability and flexibility with Flywire providing the firm support. Down low there’s a full-length tubular cushion and the classic waffle outsole.
Redditor stRafaello made a handy chart that breaks down what kind of suits are best for certain occasions, as well as what shoes go well with those suits. It also ranks leather shoes based on formality and versatility.
Mizuno tweaks its already excellent Sayonara running shoe, making it even more resilient and responsive. Providing just the right balance between weight, cushioning and ground feel, these are our daily workout shoes of choice.
Part of Adidas Originals’ 2014 Fall/Winter collaboration with Barbour, the GSG9 is a military-style winter boot. It has a nappa leather and waxed fabric upper with suede trim. Also available here and here.
The Black Mamba’s latest signature shoes receives an appropriate make over. The Kobe 9 High Ext QS Snakeskin has a brown and yellow faux snakeskin upper. Stocks are low online, so eBay might be your best bet on snagging one.
Leaked by Daley, Jeremy Scott’s upcoming Adidas Original sneaker is now official. The absolutely sick JS Wings 3.0 aka The Dark Knights feature a wing-shaped strap and another wing stitched on the upper. Drops 10/31.
Cole Haan applies its ultra lightweight, flexible and comfortable ZeroGrand outsole to retain the rugged look and construction without the tiring weight of traditional boots. Available in black, green and brown.
A murdered out version of the all leather Air Force 1 homage Manual Industrial Products 01. As with all shoes in Hender Scheme’s Hommage collection, each pair is completely made by hand in founder Ryo Kashiwazaki’s workshop.
The LeBron 12 features five hexagonal Zoom Air bags in the outsole and a lightweight one-piece upper supported by Hyperfuse on the ankle, heel and outer arch. Initially available in seven colorways starting 10/1.
Nike released the Air MAG a few years ago, but only as a ridiculously expensive limited edition. Thankfully, Halloween Costumes is releasing officially licensed (swooshless) replicas of the shoes. They still don’t tie themselves though.
The monochrome craze has left shoes either powder white or all black. Y-3 chose the latter for its rerelease of the Honja Stud Pack. Both the Honja Hi and Honja Low have black leather with black leather liners and black metal studs.
Longtime Originals collaborator Kazuki Kuraishi teamed up with Mark McNairy for a special re-release of the Monte Carlo Mid trainers. It has a sword-shaped heel strap and “100$ Bill” on its heel tab. Also available from Adidas UK.
A special edition of PUMA’s King soccer shoe with sneaker soles. Covered in a gleaming metallic gold leather upper, you’ll want to go with something more subtle on top to pull off this look. We suggest a simple pair of jeans and a tee.
An online bespoke shoemaker. Awl & Sundry lets you create shoes in six simple steps. You can pick your shoe’s style, base shape, accents, colors, material and even add a monogram. You can also check out what other customers have made.
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