Category: Shoes
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The On x Loewe collaboration that flew well below my radar
Well, I had no idea that On and Loewe partnered for a special edition run. The pairing brough together two houses know for craftmanship and attention to details in their respective lanes. On is known as a maker of comfortable performance wear, and Loewe, is in my opinion, is known well for its fine leather…
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Today’s find: Hypelev, levitating sneaker display
Scrolling, doing the internet version of window shopping, I found the Hypelev. This sneaker display works by using the power of magnets and electricity (which some might refer to as electromagnetic) to suspend your prized sneaker mid-air like a futuristic sneaker head’s dream. One of the bad boys currently costs $250 and is available on…
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So, Adidas and Allbirds teamed up for some eco magic
Apparently, Adidas collaborated with Allbirds to create a performance shoe with the lowest possible carbon footprint. Pairing the athletic insight of adidas with the sustainability focus of Allbirds, this collaboration allowed them create something that was light, comfortable, and good for the planet. Throughout the process they focused on sustainability, using a Life Cycle Assessment…
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Dreaming of a long retirement for the dad shoe
I have to admit. As a style moment, I am not a fan of what has been referred to the Dad shoe. Specifically, I am anti-the-trend-of-wearing-new-balances-just-because-they-are-now-trendy-even-though-they-don’t-elevate-your-outfit. I pretty sure that’s an official group. Rather than leaving comments on influencer pages about how they look more like 80s working women on commute and can do better,…
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Converse jacquard knit review (and a brief reflection on freeing myself from other people’s opinions)
Note pair of shoes is attractive and that you want to add them to your closet. Add to cart. Complete order. Receive package. Open box. Take out shoes. Second guess purchase because of what others will think. Specifically think, “What is other people think they’re weird?” Consider returning them. Get reassurance from other sneaker lovers.…
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Nike Air Force 1 Fontanka review
Give me two pair. I need two pair. So, I can get to stompin’ my Air Force Ones. – Nelly I remember growing up when Air Force 1s were the it shoe, the cool shoe that everyone wore. I was certainly not cool then. I just continued to wear my dirty Reeboks and oversized warm…
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Feng Chen Wang x Converse 2 in 1 Concrete (wear review)
A bit of background first, and then the review. There have been multiple versions of this 2 in 1 Converse x Feng Chen Wang before. As written on the Feng Chen Wang site, the original idea came about by deconstructing the classic Chuck Taylor. Each shoe has a double layered sole and outer layer and…
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