Category: Footwear
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Cityverse Sneaker
[ad_1] Introduced earlier this month, the Cityverse is lululemon’s foray into casual sneakers. We’ve tested them thoroughly and are impressed with their comfort, support and versatility. A soft foam molded insole conforms nicely to your foot and the grippy outsole sticks well to most surfaces, wet or dry. With a basic casual-yet-sporty look they can…
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Proto Collective is Defining the Future of Footwear End-to-End
[ad_1] Their debut sneaker, the IRIS-D, is made in the US with full supplier and manufacturing transparency Some of the most famous names in footwear—including Melody Ehsani, Jeff Staple, Jeffrey Henderson and more—have banded together with pioneering creatives like Katie Longmyer and WeWork’s cofounder Miguel McKelvey to form Proto Collective, an organization dedicated to the…
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Kristina Blahnik on the Ethos Behind Manolo Blahnik Menswear – COOL HUNTING®
[ad_1] When people hear the name Manolo Blahnik, they often think of the iconic high heels immortalized by Carrie Bradshaw on Sex and the City (and, of course, And Just Like That). However, there’s far more to the brand’s global reputation and continuously pioneering collections. We recently sat down in Accord, New York’s INNESS to…
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Wolverine’s 1000 Mile Old Rip Van Winkle Boot Batch III – COOL HUNTING®
[ad_1] Heritage footwear and clothing brand Wolverine has once again partnered with legendary bourbon distillery Old Rip Van Winkle (producers of Pappy Van Winkle and more) on a collaborative version of their much loved 1000 Mile Boot. Known as Batch III, the limited edition cap-toe boot—designed in Michigan and handcrafted in Arkansas—features a heel stack that incorporates a…
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Del Toro Shoes CEO, Andrew Roberts – COOL HUNTING®
[ad_1] Handmade in Naples and Milan, Del Toro shoes invoke the skills of artisans and their time-tested techniques. The cult luxury brand, which has changed hands several times since it was founded in 2005, is now under the care of CEO Andrew Roberts. Though outspoken in his reverence for the shoemakers in Italy and the undeniable value…
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Divid Mid – COOL HUNTING®
[ad_1] Xenia Telunts + Primury $140 Flirting between combat boots and mid-top sneakers, the Divid Mid is a collaborative project between Muscovite designer Xenia Telunts and planet-conscious footwear brand Primury. The collaborators combined a gender-neutral ethos with a belief in long-lasting quality to create these organic canvas sneakers, which nod to the USSR principle of…
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Tyre Slides – COOL HUNTING®
[ad_1] YUME YUME $170 In vibrant, floral jacquard, YUME YUME’s Tyre Slides feature the Amsterdam-based brand’s signature sole shape with a new upper design inspired by folded bicycle tires. The unique silhouette, coupled with bright blue and orange, makes for a stunning pair of stylish slides. Price is in Euros. Added: Posted on May 2022May…
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Capri Regenerative Sneakers – COOL HUNTING®
[ad_1] KOIO $325 KOIO’s Capri Regenerative sneakers are elevated and elegant, with an environmentally conscious ethos. Handcrafted in Italy, they’re made with vegetable-tanned leather from cows raised on regenerative farms in the Swiss Alps that play a crucial role in restoring the Alpine ecosystem. An LWG Silver-certified leather lining and 40% recycled rubber sole complete…
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Snow Mantra Boots – COOL HUNTING®
[ad_1] Canada Goose $1,295 Designed to handle the most extreme cold weather conditions, Canada Goose’s mid-calf Snow Mantra Boots—the brand’s first foray into footwear—incorporate everything from a moldable Intuition liner for secure fit and PrimaLoft Aerogel to Gold Insulation for durability and an outsole with superb grip and a waterproof HDry membrane. Though they’re in…
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Dean Aquamarine Sneakers – COOL HUNTING®
[ad_1] P448 $365 New and exclusive to P448.com, these Dean Aquamarine sneakers are drenched in ’80s inspiration from their silhouette to neon colors. The fluorescent tube-style laces add to the overall retro look, as well. Available in men’s size eight to 12.5, these sneakers incorporate a mesh and suede upper, Terry lining and Vibram soles, making…
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Indoor Slippers – COOL HUNTING®
[ad_1] FEIT + Oliver Jeffers $350 Made in adults’ and children’s sizes, these indoor slippers are part of a capsule collection by artisanal footwear and accessories brand FEIT and Northern Irish artist and author Oliver Jeffers. The super-soft leather slippers are crafted from a single piece vegetable-tanned calfskin and feature a natural latex-padded insole and…
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Sneaker Brand Lilith NYC Centers Women and Femmes in Streetwear – COOL HUNTING®
[ad_1] Though they are regularly worn by any and all genders, highly covetable streetwear sneakers are branded, stylized and shaped for men. “If you look at the history of most athletic brands, they’re rooted in male sports, male athletes. All the footwear silhouettes are built for them,” says Sarah Sukumaran, the founder of the Queens-based…
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Virón’s Subversive Footwear Turns Food Waste into Leather – COOL HUNTING®
[ad_1] The term “vegan leather” generally conjures a belief that any animal free-alternative is the undisputed ethical option, but this isn’t completely true. In reality, the most popular vegan leather—which is marketed as being much more sustainable—is 100% synthetic polyurethane (a cheaper, less durable material) made through the use of fossil fuels. Thus, its environmental…
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Capri Turquoise Sneakers – COOL HUNTING®
[ad_1] New from KOIO, these Capri Turquoise sneakers (made for all genders) celebrate spring in a bold manner. While the bright hue is eye-grabbing, the subtle silhouette balances the look, resulting in shoes that are versatile and functional. Crafted from custom-dyed Italian suede and lined with soft, buttery leather, these sneakers are handmade in the…
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PUMA Hoops Head of Footwear Design, Jeremy Sallee – COOL HUNTING®
[ad_1] In 2018, PUMA reentered the basketball market with the unveiling of the brand’s first basketball sneaker in 20 years: the PUMA Clyde Court, named after the charismatic former NBA player Walt “Clyde” Frazier. Those sneakers reference a storied relationship between the brand and the beloved sport. Shortly thereafter, they announced a shortlist of high-profile players to…