All articles tagged with #sneakers
Kristen Stewart once again defies Cannes' dress-code norms, wearing a sheer Chanel set with sneakers at a photo call and a knit Chanel gown with high-top sneakers at the premiere, highlighting the festival's evolving footwear rules and her ongoing critique of gendered fashion expectations, per her stylist.
Bella Hadid touched down in Cannes for the film festival in a baby-blue Prada top-and-shorts, flanked by her brother Anwar who carried bags; a Cannes regular since 2015, she’s known for daring red-carpet looks. Last year’s dress-code updates relaxed some rules and allowed elegant shoes, but Hadid arrived in sneakers, signaling she may push boundaries again while saving the sneakers for off-carpet moments.
Olympic hopeful Abby Steiner filed a Massachusetts lawsuit alleging Puma's footwear—featuring carbon fiber plates and Nitrofoam—caused severe, permanent injuries that left her unable to compete at the professional or Olympic level, resulting in multiple foot surgeries and an extended break from the sport.
Nike reissues the original ACG LDV sneaker, preserving the iconic yellow nylon upper while upgrading the sole with ReactX foam and a modernized waffle pattern. The release honors the 1978 K2 expedition by Ridgeway and Roskelly, adds a K2-themed sockliner, and includes a pink ACG heel logo. Priced at $130 and available via Nike and select retailers after an early Huckberry drop sold out; a 30-minute documentary on ACG’s origins accompanies the launch.
Apple announced Tim Cook will step down as CEO to become Executive Chairman, with John Ternus named the new CEO effective September 1, 2026; in the official transition photo, Cook wears the highly coveted Fragment Design x Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Low OG 'Sail Military Blue', underscoring how sneaker culture has become a potent power accessory in Silicon Valley and reflecting Cook’s long-running Nike ties and insider access to the Swoosh's circle.
Chinazor "Chichi" Offor curates 28 Nordstrom shoe arrivals across sneakers, sandals, and flats for spring and summer, organized into Best Nordstrom Sneakers, Best Nordstrom Sandals, and Best Nordstrom Flats. Highlights include Adidas Tokyo and Japan Low Top sneakers, KEEN Jasper, New Balance 327, Salomon Xt-Whisper, Vans, Naturalizer Cleo sandals, Dolce Vita Icelyn and Galae, Steve Madden Montgomery, Sam Edelman Massey, Vagabond Danya flats, André Assous Brielle flats, Farm Rio Jelly flats, and more, with prices and direct shopping links to help readers refresh a versatile warm-weather shoe lineup.
Costco began selling the Kirkland Signature x Nike SB Dunk Low at select locations, igniting a resale frenzy with prices climbing toward $1,000 on marketplaces such as eBay.
Nike and Skims unveil the NikeSkims Rift Mesh, a revised Air Rift with a tabi toe, single midfoot strap, and minimalist midsole, dropping January 26, 2026 in North America on Nike.com, Skims.com, and select retailers; the collab, announced earlier, aims to expand footwear offerings with more launches planned.
The article discusses pairing light-colored leggings, like pale gray or ivory, with black sneakers as a stylish and seasonally appropriate choice, inspired by Ana de Armas's recent gym outfit, especially for winter wear.
AURALEE and New Balance have released a collaborative version of the T500 sneaker, a classic model from 1982, now upgraded with premium materials and modern details in two earth-toned colorways, offering a versatile and refined everyday sneaker option.
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Swiss sportswear brand On Running, claiming that its CloudTec shoes cause persistent squeaking, which the company allegedly considers normal wear and tear, leaving consumers without remedies despite complaints and attempts at fixes.
Reebok is releasing a limited edition Playstation x Reebok Pump Omni Zone II sneaker to celebrate its 30th anniversary, featuring nostalgic gaming elements, in mid-October 2025 for $220 at select US retailers.
Reebok is releasing a limited-edition collection in mid-October to celebrate Sony's 30th anniversary, featuring sneakers inspired by the PlayStation console with regional exclusives and nostalgic design details, including launch dates and PlayStation logos.
adidas Originals and Brain Dead have launched the full Japan Flames collection featuring three footwear styles inspired by wrestling iconography, including high and low-top sneakers with flame overlays, set to release on August 28 through their webstores.
Slim, low-profile sneakers are becoming the dominant trend for summer 2025, replacing the chunky 'ugly' shoe trend, with both high-end and mass-market brands embracing minimalist designs, influenced by a broader cultural shift towards slimmer silhouettes and a possible connection to the era's body image ideals.