The sneakers you need now Find your new favourites from the likes of Gucci, Nike and Vetements
Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past few seasons, you’ll know that sneakers are now a staple in every man’s wardrobe. No longer reserved for trips to the tennis court, the humble trainer has found itself elevated to rockstar status in style circles. Whether it’s normcore dad vibes from Balenciaga or pitch-perfect urban cool from Vetements, there’s something for everyone. There might be endless options on the shelves, but don’t worry, we’ve done the hard work for you; here are the 6 styles you need to know for the coming months.
Balenciaga Triple S sneakers
Chunky sole? Check. Mix-and-match colours? Check. It can only mean one thing: the ‘90s are officially back, and this time your dad’s clothes are actually cool. Hands down the best thing about Balenciaga’s sneakers though, is that they’re probably the most comfortable footwear you’ll ever own.
Gucci logo leather sneakers
In typical Alessandro Michele style, Gucci’s white leather sneakers have gotten a heady hint of rock’n’roll cool thanks to a gleaming red metallic heel trim and a logo-stamped jacquard band. The brand’s creative director can seemingly do no wrong, and with these cool kicks, neither will you. Pair them with slim-cut suiting, and you’ll be set.
Nike x Kim Jones Air Max 360 high-top sneakers
The earliest iteration of Nike’s Air Max soles are from 1979, with sneaker-heads regarding them as one of the original styles in technical sneaker design. Now, Kim Jones has given an ice-white finish to the cushioned design, resulting in this effortlessly hip pair. Take them out with oversized shorts and
a plain tee.
a plain tee.
Vetements graffiti-print sneakers
Vetements is the latest cool kid on the block, and these hyper-energetic sneakers prove why. They’re a masterclass in the label’s ubiquitous brand of unfussy fashion. Scrawled with free-form writing and signs, they’re the ideal way to give your dark denim jeans a shot of high-voltage attitude. Don’t question, just buy.
Adidas Yung-1 sneakers
Sportswear giant Adidas has reached back into its archives and pulled out the inimitable Falcon Dorf runners for a new era. Reworked for today’s man, we can’t get enough of the acid orange shade – plus the suede panels on a mesh body add an interesting textural twist. Roll up your jeans to properly show them off.
Valentino Sound High sneakers
Italian powerhouse Valentino has taken its cue from the street with these leather, suede and knit sneakers. Pay attention to the details here – the serrated chunky sole and knitted sock detail are bang on the money for autumn. Pick out the cobalt blue shade and match it to your T-shirt for maximum impact.