From reworked Y2K sneakers to some handsome Venetian loafers
Looking to re-evaluate the shoes in your closet? 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 reworked Y2K sneakers and lug-soled ranger mocs to some rugged hikers built from sustainable materials, these are the shoes our team can't stop talking about.
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Here's a rugged slip-on that's ready for winter weather and yet can easily transition with you into the spring. Just make sure to spray the light beige suede with a waterproofing treatment first. Finished with a chunky lug sole, these are lighter than they look making them extremely comfortable, right out of the box.
$195 by G.H.Bass
A handsome Venetian loafer is an understated footwear classic known for its refined versatility. They look as good with your tuxedo as they do with a well-worn pair of jeans. J.Crew's in-house version continues this tradition, crafted with premium pebbled leather uppers and smooth leather linings that soften and mold to your foot with each wear.
$228 / $134.50 by J.Crew
Nike's V2K sneaker is a look pulled straight from an early 2000s running catalog. The chunky midsole and layered materials—silver leather bands and olive drab nylon mesh—add a perfectly vintage touch. And though the extra-cushioned heel looks like a throwback, the comfort is all modern.
$120 by Nike
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These are some old school, hardwearing boots with sneaker-like comfort. Unlike some Chelsea boots, these are lightweight and flexible, offering easy, all-day wearability. And yet, they're built sturdy, with resoleable Goodyear welt construction and a Vibram 2060 Sport outsole.
$250 / $225 by Rhodes
Hoka reimagined their best-selling Anacapa hiker with a renewed focus on earth-friendly materials. Updated with recycled yarn meshes, they enlisted GORE-TEX Invisible Fit technology, a 30% sugarcane EVA midsole, and a Vibram Megagrip outsole for a rugged and comfortable sneaker finished with metal eyelets and an abrasion resistant toe cap. And the tonal “raw linen” color way is extremely stylish, too.
$180 by Hoka
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