From throwback sneakers to luxe suede boat shoes
It’s now officially summer and if you haven't refreshed your footwear rotation, then you're due for a new pair (or two). Maybe this list will help get you going in the right direction. There are so many great styles dropping these days, we thought we would pull a few of our current favorites to showcase. From upgraded classic loafers and luxurious Italian boat shoes to a cool adventure-ready collaboration, these are the shoes our team can't stop talking about.
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If you missed out on the buzzy collaboration between Morjas and the How Long Gone podcast, these Italian suede boat shoes are the next best thing. Its a monochromatic, minimalist take on a classic style with hand-stitched moccasin construction and a super soft, unlined interior.
$300 by Morjas
Salomon teamed up with The Broken Arm for these minimally designed sneaker with contrasting zigzag stitching along the mesh upper for a slightly deconstructed vibe. This might just be the ultimate summer adventure sneaker. Extremely comfortable and light, it's so interesting looking that you can basically wear it anywhere.
$150 by Salomon x The Broken Arm
A revival of a beloved sneaker from 1979, these adidas shoes have all the throwback details that soccer fans, indie rockers and sneakerheads have loved for decades. Plus, the beige and green colorway (complete with transparent gum sole) offer a slight reprieve from the Samba madness of last summer.
$120 by adidas
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No, these aren't deadstock vintage military sneakers. They're the latest from rising American streetwear brand, Fugazi. Details include double-faced canvas uppers in a rich olive drab colorway with a rubber-dipped vulcanized sole and toe cap, a sturdy heel tab and metal bullet hole eyelets.
$121 by Fugazi
These shoes aren't new, but the discount is. Based on a vintage mid-century design, they've been updated in three colorways (we prefer this merlot shade), and crafted from premium leather with a smooth leather lining that will soften with every wear. Finished with a durable, cushioned rubber outsole, these loafers are easy to wear day in and day out.
$158 / $104.50 by J.Crew
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