Awesome Shoes

Nike busts out one of the most ’80s basketball sneakers ever made. The High Supreme QS retains the metallic silver textile upper with bright red trim, but has a more comfortable EVA midsole and a grippier rubber outsole than the original shoe.

Introduced in 1983, the Asics Fabre Point Getter has become a cult classic basketball shoe. Asics spins off the silhouette as the Gel-PTG, adding an Ortholite insole and the proven GEL cushioning on the heel to make it more comfortable. Also available as a mid-top.

Another sukajan-themed Gel-Lyte III from Asics Tiger and Japanese streetwear stores Beams and Mita. This Souvenir Jacket release is decked in dark blue suede, velvet and nubuck. It also has dragons embroidered on the heel and illustration on the outsole.

Barneys New York has one of the most sensible adidas Consortium releases yet. The store gave the Samba sneaker a minimalist premium upgrade. The shoe’s suede upper has been replaced with a single piece of soft leather with embossed details.

Train and stunt in any weather with the newest member of the adidas UltraBoost family. The UltraBoost All Terrain has a water-repellent knit upper, a high collar with reflective details, and a thick and coarse outsole made with rubber from tire maker Continental.

Nike celebrates the Air Force 1’s 35th anniversary with a continuation of the silhouette’s Special Field Boot mashup. The casual military shoe takes an even more street wear turn, with a high cut profile and laces that can be arranged in a variety of ways.

As they say on Game of Thrones, “winter is coming.” Always be prepared for the cold with The Hill-Side’s handmade boots, based on the design of a 1950’s US Air Force survival kit mocc boot. Made from warm wool felt, with a rubber outsole, and a versatile rope lace system.

First released in 1995, Asics recently brought back the Gel Diablo with a Kith collab. The stubby sneakers will soon be available in a wider release and in two new colorways, both with a red logo heel patch and speckled soles. Drops 9/15/17.

Hypebeast hideout. The Mandem Safe is a small safe that’s meant to sit inside an adidas shoebox. It comes with two keycards and has a foam inlay. There’s also an upcoming Nike shoebox variant. Let’s just hope you don’t have thieves who like to steal shoes.

Flyknit canvas. Nike’s new casual running shoes have a simple monochrome color scheme. But it comes with seven Nike logo rubber stencils so you can personalize your pair, among other things. Available in white or black.

Off-White founder Virgil Abloh put his designer’s designer touch on 10 of Nike’s best silhouettes including the Air Jordan 1, the Air Presto and the new Air VaporMax. The shoes bear a designer’s intent to make the whole more than the sum of its parts. Drops 11/2017.

Skateboard brand Paterson designed a special edition of Clearweather’s chunky Jones C sneaker. It has a wheat-colored hairy suede upper that’s been heat embossed with Paterson’s logo, and a matching cream-colored sidewall. It’s limited to 200 pairs.

A fresh look from adidas Originals line. The NMD_CS2 features a lightweight knit body which provides support and comfort, and a sweet wrapped look clearly influenced by Japanese minimalist design. They feature boost cushioning, and a sturdy rubber outsole.

Court Grabbers clean the soles of your shoes, minimizing the risk of slipping on indoor courts. They consist of a base that you lace on your shoes, a washable strip, and an alcohol-based cleaning gel. Just swipe your shoe over the strip and you’re good to go.

Hardgraft’s shoe bag is a luxurious way to carry and protect your shoes. Outside it’s made of Italian suede and a RiRi zipper. Inside is a thick and soft wool sherpa lining and elastic straps to secure your shoes. It fits up to size 11 shoes.

Nike is teasing a bold twist to the Air Jordan 1 with a peek at a pair of unreleased sample shoes. The Homage to Home looks like two shoes stitched into one. The outer side rocks the red and black aka Banned colors, while the inner side has the classic white and red.

Inspired by the EQT Cushion ’91, the Adidas EQT Cushion ADV has a knit upper with nubuck and suede panels and reflective 3-stripe yarn. No Boost though. It drops on 8/12/17 for $160 in different stripe colors, each limited to a region. US gets green, EU gets blue, and Asia gets red.

Fun and nostalgic shoes inspired by elementary school days and the space age. Its simple leather upper is combined with a chunky cupsole inspired by astronaut boots. Its outsole is made of 50% recycled rubber and features tape marks borrowed from the prototypes.

Formerly known as the KB8, Kobe Bryant’s first ever signature shoe is coming back with a lifestyle push. The Crazy 8 ADV PK retains much of its construction, with the exception of the pinstripe knit upper and leather heel. Drops 8/11/17 for $150.

Officially uncaged. But far from simply throwing out the laces, Adidas’ latest addition to its hit line of running shoes features a drastically redesigned knit upper to ensure support and a snug fit. Drops in two colorways starting 9/1/17 for $200.

Red Wing Heritage’s Irish Setter series are based on the 954, the predecessor of Red Wing’s 877 signature boot. The Moc and the Pecos bear the 954’s distinctive color, and have been constructed partly with materials, machines and methods from the 1950’s.

New Balance is coming up with so many new dope silhouettes this year, like these minimalist and incredibly comfortable sneakers. Nothing but perforated suede panels and a Vibram outsole, the 1978 comes in a variety of colorways to suit your style.

“I’m choosing a whole bunch.” FC Barcelona star Neymar went with Complex to Flight Club to talk about meeting Jordan, hanging out with Odell Beckham Jr., and more. Then at 7:00 into the video, he goes Kill Bill with his credit card. That futbol money.

Boots are almost certainly the most useful footwear. They protect your feet and ankles from dirt, mud, and water, and can provide the traction and support you need for varied terrain. If you’re looking for boots you can wear on a daily basis, check out Everyday Carry’s picks.

Wolf & Shepherd’s luxury dress shoes look just like their traditional counterparts. But they’re significantly lighter and more comfortable thanks to their memory foam cushion, calfskin lining, carbon fiber shank, and EVA heel.

Back to the future. Reebok splatters its bestselling silhouette with ’90s neon colors and adds a mid-cut knit bootie to keep up with the times. The EVA midsole and Hexalite cushion keeps it light and comfortable. UK customers can cop it from Hanon.