Sneakers to Keep an Eye on
We all know the world of new sneaker releases can be a tricky place to navigate, but we’re here to help! We present you with the best of the best of what you can buy on the market right now.
This current selection is a balanced mix of collaborations, luxury brands, and great outdoor sneakers (with a splash of je ne sais quoi thrown in for good measure).
No. 1
The Sole Supplier
YEEZY 450 ‘Utility Black’
This shoe features a sleek tonal look that highlights the unique design (very Kanye). The Adidas YEEZY 450 ‘Utility Black’ features black primeknit uppers marked by sock-like collars, and matching weaved laces. The shoe is elevated with matching melded sole units with a sculpted shape that extends onto the uppers.
No. 2
Hypebeast
New Balance x BEAMS x Paperboy
The brand has asked PaperBoy Paris and BEAMS to produce a three-way, two-pronged footwear collaboration that captures the Made in U.K. 1500 and 920 silhouettes. How exciting! The steel-esque colour palette is truly symbolic to the stainless tools found in the restaurant trade. The Boston’s sportswear brand’s signature grey also formulates the shoe via the suede overlays with crispy white and tonal blue accents. This is one you won’t want to miss.
No. 3
The Sole Supplier
Awake NY x ASICS Gel-Lyte 3 OG Blue Yellow
ASICS were under the radar for quite a while, but now they’re back, and it’s their time to shine. Here with a brand new collaboration at that! Resting atop the white and black sole units are three other propositions in sail, black and toddler blue, with suede overlays of emerald green, fuchsia, and gold. You can rest assured that you will stand out in this shoe.
No. 4
The Sole Supplier
Air Jordan 5 ‘Dark Concord’
Jordans fans know how long this colourway has been anticipated for. Over 15 years and here we are. The sneaker features a white leather upper, black midsole, and purple Jumpman logos on the tongue and heel. The ‘Dark Concord’ is a nod to the immensely popular Air Jordan 11 colourway.
No. 5
Sneaker Bar Detroit
Nike Dunk Low SE ‘Velvet Brown’
The Dunk is arguably one of the most worn, and equally one of the hottest lifestyle silhouettes that Nike has to offer. This particular sneaker with crocodile skins just might be its most luxurious yet. The upper half is filled with muted tones, the most dominant being a solid black. The overlays across the forefoot, and heels, have been elevated with croc-like textures that are all dyed in a velvet brown tone. A wonderful subtle combination of colours and style for everyday use.
No. 6
Sole Collector
New Balance 2002R ‘Refined Pack’
It is very clear that New Balance are having a resurgence, and we are all here for it! The New Balance 2002R Protection Pack Rain Cloud pushed the boundaries to bridge the gap between fashion and function. The upper is crafted from supple suede that’s “ripped” to give a deconstructed look. This is a style that proves time and style again that it always comes back around, a staple of sneaker design.
