Sneakers, Fashion & Random Sh*t
This Vans Authentic is the world’s first skate shoe and they have just been released in suede. The Vans Authentic Suede offers the classic silhouette in rich suede uppers and brass eyelets + contrast trim. The sneaker is available in two colorways: Navy & Burgundy. They’re only available in store at The General flagship.
Authentic Suede sneaker ($55 USD) from Vans – available in store only Read more…
English shoemaker, Tricker’s is at it again with an interesting take on a wingtip brogue. The toecap on the Tricker’s Sheene is actually patched over, concealing the classic wingtip design. The boot is multi-textured in pebbled and smooth leather and comes equipped with a commando/lug sole.
Sheene boot ($1,025 USD) from Tricker’s – available here Read more…
As the year comes to an end, Diemme gives us a look at their fall/winter 2012 collection. The Italian made hiking boot manufacturer displays some alternative designs of classics. We have two-toned wool/leather mixes as well as brogue wingtip hiking boots. Diemme also managed to add a few boots with the beloved contrast sole & laces; take a look at the collection below: Read more…
The Galway from Edward Green offers a classic English country boot silhouette in modern-urban uppers. The shoe combines smooth calfskin in oak with pebbled leather around the ankles. This one has a tapered round toe for an elegant look; very versatile and can be worn with a suit or jeans and a sweater.
Galway half pebbled boot ($1,400 USD) from Edward Green – available here Read more…
The A/O 2 Eye Boat Shoe is considered by a the Holy Grail of boat shoes; this time the classic silhouette has been reworked into a 3-eye by a collaboration of Band of Outsiders and Sperry Top-Sider. This one offers genuine hand-sewn construction and it sits on top of a white sole. It offers a more rustic feel and has the first eyelet resembling a ship’s rope holder.
A/O 3 Eye Boat Shoe ($175 USD $70 USD) from Band of Outsiders x Sperry Top-Sider – available here Read more…
Vans has collaborated with Taka Hayashi to produce a shoe that’s inspired by the classic military paratrooper boot design. This one features Horween leather uppers, metal eyelets and a Vibram contrast sole. This one will be available in several colors in the first months of the new year.
Lace to Toe LX from Vans x Taka Hayashi – coming soon here
As Nike continues to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Air Force 1, they roll out another variation of the classic sneaker. This one features deep patent leather on the front and on the heel; the color combination is black & purple with a zebra print on the uppers. A must addition for any AF1 collector – grab your pair here for $180 USD.
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The Classic St. Andrews from Daniel Wellington is a classy minimalistic timepiece that offers a think silver case & burnished brown leather strap – very simple and very clean. This watch will set you back $235 USD and it’s available here.
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The classic Blazer Low from 1972 is back and more popular than ever among the sneaker community. This one has all the original detailing on brushed suede and two premium types of leather.
Blazer Low Vintage NRG ($120 USD) from Nike – available here
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Fred Perry’s Driscoll boot is a combination of the classic & urban look. A smooth British street-style blends into this tan leather, canvas panel boot. It’ll run you $265 USD and it’s available here in tan. Some people may disagree with tan, but we absolutely adore it. There’s something so intriguing about the contrast of a tan boot on dark jeans. Read more…
