When it comes to designer sneakers, brands tend to rely heavily on existing silhouettes like the adidas Stan Smith, Nike Air Force 1 or Converse Chuck Taylor. Luxury brands tend to "reimagine" these beloved models by simply applying their own branding — and not much else. It's a formula that has worked with great success, since the current nostalgic-driven trend cycle depends on this familiarity.Balmain has chosen a far less referential strategy for its latest range of footwear. The newly reve...

Earlier this week, Simon Porte Jacquemus teased his first-ever Nike collaboration. Now, the Swoosh has unveiled official images of the upcoming silhouette.“I have always been inspired by vintage ACG pieces and Nike campaigns from the ’90s. Having this imagery in mind, we designed women’s athletic wear with sensuous details and neutral colors, along with my own interpretation of the Humara, my favorite Nike shoe," the French designer said in a statement. "It was important for the collection...

Converse is transporting us straight to the future thanks to its all-new Sponge Crater. Created in collaboration with Samuel Ross's A-COLD-WALL*, the limited-edition shoe is the first of its kind, full-body Crater foam silhouette. Taking the exploration of Crater foam one step further, the shoe aims to showcase the material's unrivalled comfort.The shoe boasts a mule cut made of only a few components, with the Crater foam making up the entirety of the silhouette's upper. With a distinct focus on...

It's no secret that classic ASICS running sneakers have influenced a multitude of silhouettes from Balenciaga's Runner range to the Rhuigi x Zara Running Shoe.While there is certainly a place for both classic and designer reinterpretations in the fashion landscape, the originals deserve their fair shine for paving the way. For this installment of Under the Baedar, we're highlighting the ASICS UB3-S GEL-Nimbus 9 in "Abbey Stone/Champagne."The shoe starts with a gray mesh base and overlays in matc...