The Find: 11 incredibly stylish pairs of sneakers for spring
The Find: 11 incredibly stylish pairs of sneakers for spring
By Jean Grant |
By Jean Grant |
The running shoe is enjoying a renaissance. Sporty, heelless footwear has shown up all over this spring, on high-fashion runways and on the feet of style setters across Toronto. Whether paired with a pretty midi skirt or slouchy boyfriend jeans, runners radiate an effortless kind of cool. (They’re also blissfully comfortable, which is nice.) We’ve picked out our favourite women’s and men’s sneakers of the season: luxe cheetah-print slip-ons, pastel-hued retro runners and subtle leather lace-ups that could even be worn with a suit. These kicks are a far cry from the beat-up Asics stashed at the back of your closet, and can be worn practically anywhere (as long as you don’t actually try to exercise in them).
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- These spotted grey <strong>Adidas</strong> runners are a new take on the classic triple stripe. They may even allow for some light exercise, too. $120, <em>available at <a href="https://www.gravitypope.com/shoes/product/25105-adidas-d65906-tech-super-ef" target="_blank">Gravity Pope</a></em>
- The Find: Spring Sneakers
- The Find: 11 unusually fashionable (but very comfortable) sneakers for spring
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- The pastel shades and sleek lines of these <b>Asics</b> make for an ultra-feminine sneaker. Wear them with a summery slip dress for a retro ‘90s look. $120, <i>available at </i><a href="https://sjmexchange.stjosephmedia.com/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.capsuletoronto.com/collections/new-arrivals/products/gel-lyte-iii-h405n-9901" target="_blank"><i>Capsule Toronto</i> </a>
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- The Find: 11 unusually fashionable (but very comfortable) sneakers for spring
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- For men who want the ease of a sneaker but the luxury of a dress shoe, there’s <b>Common Projects'</b> Italian-leather crafted lace-up, called the Achilles. $450, <i>available at </i><a href="http://store.nomadshop.net/collections/footwear/products/cp-achilles-mid-black" target="_blank"><i>Nomad</i></a>
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- The Find: 11 unusually fashionable (but very comfortable) sneakers for spring
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- Beloved sneaker brand <b>Converse</b> collaborated with Italian luxury label <b>Missoni</b> to create these hypnotic printed Auckland Racers. $220, <i>available at </i><i><a href="https://sjmexchange.stjosephmedia.com/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://deadstock.ca/converse-x-missoni-aukaland-racers-grey.html" target="_blank">Livestock</a></i>
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- The Find: 11 unusually fashionable (but very comfortable) sneakers for spring
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- We love these cheap and chic slip-ons from <b>Joe Fresh. </b>The subtle paisley print and eyelet style make them a summer staple, perfect with cropped pants or a flirty skirt. $24, <i>available at <a href="https://www.joefresh.com/Categories/Women/Accessories/Eyelet-Sneaker/p/WS14FW5040_100" target="_blank">Joe Fresh</a></i>
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- The Find: 11 unusually fashionable (but very comfortable) sneakers for spring
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- Dalmatian print is everywhere this season. <b>Marc Jacobs</b> capitalizes on the trend with these eye-catching calf-hair high-tops. $329, <em>available at <a href="https://www.shopbop.com/haircalf-low-top-sneaker-marc/vp/v=1/1591578643.htm?folderID=2534374302112446%26fm=other-shopbysize%26colorId=11656" target="_blank">Shopbop.com </a></em>
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- The Find: 11 unusually fashionable (but very comfortable) sneakers for spring
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- Pretty pastel florals make these limited-edition <b>New Balance</b> sneakers perfectly seasonal. $90, <em>available at <a href="https://sjmexchange.stjosephmedia.com/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.gravitypope.com/shoes/product/25665-new-balance-wl410sl-" target="_blank">Gravity Pope</a></em>
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- The Find: 11 unusually fashionable (but very comfortable) sneakers for spring
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- These speckled <strong>Nike Air Max</strong> sneakers are neutral enough to take you from the gym to the pub. $125, <i>available at <a href="https://www.thebay.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/en/thebay/shoes/athletic-casual/air-max-0091-599408--24" target="_blank">The Bay</a></i>
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- The Find: 11 unusually fashionable (but very comfortable) sneakers for spring
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- For subtle-pattern lovers, there’s <b>Sam Edelman’</b>s olive and black camouflage-print slip-ons. Pair them with feminine accessories or pops of bright colour for a cool contrast. $125, <i>available at <a href="https://www.shopbop.com/becker-slip-sneaker-sam-edelman/vp/v=1/1536161634.htm?folderID=2534374302112446%26fm=other-shopbysize%26colorId=19345%2520**%2520need%2520image" target="_blank">Shopbop.com</a></i>
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- For guys, we love these sophisticated brogue-style <b>Vans</b>. Great with jeans or a dressier pant. $78, <i>available at </i><a href="https://www.capsuletoronto.com/collections/new-arrivals/products/madero-ca-0ox5c0l-dress-blue" target="_blank"><i>Capsule Toronto</i></a>
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- The Find: 11 unusually fashionable (but very comfortable) sneakers for spring
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- The Seoul-based Queen West footwear boutique <b>Young and Tae</b> carries these funky leopard-print slip-ons. They’re made from fuzzy pony hair. $110, <em>available at <a href="http://youngandtae.com/collections/flats/products/bryn-1" target="_blank">Young and Tae</a> </em>
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- The Find: 11 unusually fashionable (but very comfortable) sneakers for spring
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Ridiculous prices just for some printed ones ….