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Top 100 Shoes Trends in April

From Bright Crochet Sneakers to Cargo Pocket Sneakers

— May 2, 2021 — Fashion
The April 2021 shoe trends explore many new design approaches that are ready for any season of the year and for any purpose. The design aspect is at the forefront as the Spring season arrives at a full force and many people start to partake in activities according to the rising temperatures.

Function comes to mind with silhouettes such as the latest X-Racer by New Balance. Recently, it updates the shoe with a utility option by adding a cargo pocket onto the footwear design. Another notable shoe trend this month is a luxury piece by Valentino, introducing the knitted crochet sneaker that is made in the Garavani silhouette. This shoe explores textures and materials as it brightly joins the house's SS21 selections.
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Dusty Pastel Tonal Sneakers
Dusty Pastel Tonal Sneakers
ASICS' Back Streets of Japan Pack Boasts Vibrant Detailing
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99
Laceless Suave Footwear Models
Laceless Suave Footwear Models
Reebok's Reebok eightyone Capsule Spotlights a Sleek Design
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98
Durable Casual Moccasin Designs
Durable Casual Moccasin Designs
Clarks Originals Unveils a Sturdy Wallabee GTX Shoe
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97
High-End Lifestyle Sporty Shoes
High-End Lifestyle Sporty Shoes
jsPOETS and Padmore & Barnes Join Forces on the P500 Shoe
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96
Festive Fortune-Themed Sneakers
Festive Fortune-Themed Sneakers
New Balance Launches New Celebratory 574 Sneaker Models
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95
Washed Tonal Hi-Top Sneakers
Washed Tonal Hi-Top Sneakers
Converse Addict and MADNESS Introduce a Familiar Silhouette
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94
Faux Snakeskin Accented Sneakers
Faux Snakeskin Accented Sneakers
Reebok and Awake NY Unveil a Club C 85 Shoe Design
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93
Multi-Tonal Florally Sneakers
Multi-Tonal Florally Sneakers
Jordan Brand's Air Jordan 9 Gets a Change the World Palette
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92
Clean Stark Sneaker Designs
Clean Stark Sneaker Designs
1LDK Designs a New Crisp Club C Sneaker for Reebok
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91
Family Size Perforated Footwear
Family Size Perforated Footwear
The adidas YEEZY FOAM RNNR Gets a Mineral Blue Colorway
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90
Multi-Tonal Expansive Sneaker Collabs
Multi-Tonal Expansive Sneaker Collabs
Off-White and Nike are Rumored to Launch THE 20 Pack
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89
Colorful Chunky Tonal Footwear
Colorful Chunky Tonal Footwear
HOKA ONE ONE Introduces the new Variant White and Suede Shoes
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88
Minimal Grayscale Casual Sneakers
Minimal Grayscale Casual Sneakers
New Balance's 1500 Shoe Model Gets a Monochromatic Palette
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87
Muted Tonal Contemporary Footwear
Muted Tonal Contemporary Footwear
Junya Watanabe and New Balance Launch a Set of AM574 Sneakers
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86
Digi Camo Canvas Footwear
Digi Camo Canvas Footwear
Converse CONS Drops Two New Casual Footwear Options
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85
Recycled Plastic-Made Sneakers
Recycled Plastic-Made Sneakers
The Veja Condor Sneakers are Available in Two-Colorways
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84
Lush Sleek Mule Sandals
Lush Sleek Mule Sandals
John Elliott's Grace Slides are Made with a Heel-Free Look
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83
Stark Chunky Spring Sandals
Stark Chunky Spring Sandals
Rick Owens DRKSHDW Unveils the New Abstract Sandal Silhouette
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82
Mountain-Themed Bright Sneaker Updates
Mountain-Themed Bright Sneaker Updates
adidas' Superstar Sneakers Get a Mt.Fuji Colorway
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81
Retro Tonal Paneling Sneakers
Retro Tonal Paneling Sneakers
adidas Originals' Niteball Sneakers Get Two New Colorways
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80
Spring-Ready Vibrant Footwear Hues
Spring-Ready Vibrant Footwear Hues
Nike's Waffle One Gets a Stark Electric Green Colorway
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79
Translucent Accenting Sneakers
Translucent Accenting Sneakers
Nike's Air Max 90 Sneaker Gets a Update Named the Future is Clear
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78
Earthy Tonal Paneling Sneakers
Earthy Tonal Paneling Sneakers
Nike's Air Max 90 Sneaker Gets a Burlap Colorway Update
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77
Custom Tonal Skate Sneakers
Custom Tonal Skate Sneakers
Coutié Updates the Vans Old Skool 36 DX with Blue Details
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76
Vibrant Paneling Sneaker Models
Vibrant Paneling Sneaker Models
Karhu Introduces a Set of Bright Shoes in the Speckled Collection
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75
Heritage-Themed Hi-Top Sneakers
Heritage-Themed Hi-Top Sneakers
Converse Unveils New Hi-Top Silhouettes for the Patchwork Pack
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74
Futuristic Mineral-Themed Sneakers
Futuristic Mineral-Themed Sneakers
adidas Reveals a Look at the New YEEZY 700 V3 Kyanite
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73
Uniquely Bleached Sneakers
Uniquely Bleached Sneakers
Vans' Bleach Pack is Randomly Bleached with Special Results
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72
Slip-On Rain Sneakers
Slip-On Rain Sneakers
Hush Puppies Created a Casual Alternative to the Classic Rain Boot
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71
3D-Woven Cyclist Shoes
3D-Woven Cyclist Shoes
The Rapha Explore Powerweave Cycling Shoe is Protective and Lightweight
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70
Summer-Ready Rich Tonal Sneakers
Summer-Ready Rich Tonal Sneakers
Nike's OverBreak SP Sneakers Get Two New Colorways
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69
Japan-Exclusive Classic Footwear
Japan-Exclusive Classic Footwear
size? Brings Life Back to the AS230 Sneaker by adidas
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68
Minimally Designed Textile Footwear
Minimally Designed Textile Footwear
Converse Addict Introduces its Second Drop for Spring 2021
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67
Flame-Inspired Dynamic Sneakers
Flame-Inspired Dynamic Sneakers
adidas' YEEZY 500 Sneakers Arrive in an Enflame Colorway
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66
Vibrant Zig Zag Detailed Sneakers
Vibrant Zig Zag Detailed Sneakers
The Kamikaze II Shoes Join the Reebok Digital Glow Pack
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65
Sustainable Footwear Trials
Sustainable Footwear Trials
VIVAIA is Inviting Women to Experience Eco Design with Style & Comfort
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64
Tennis-Inspired Sporty Apparel
Tennis-Inspired Sporty Apparel
Vans and Penn Introduces a Functional Capsule of Clothing and Shoe
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63
Bright Dexterous Basketball Sneakers
Bright Dexterous Basketball Sneakers
New Balance's TWO WXY Shoes are Designed to be Versatile
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62
Rugged Hybrid Sandals
Rugged Hybrid Sandals
Dr. Martens and Suicoke Take the Lorsan and Blends With Two Models
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61
Yolk-Inspired Full Tonal Shoes
Yolk-Inspired Full Tonal Shoes
Nike's Air VaporMax Plus Sneakers Get a Yellow Colorway
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60
Blush Tonal Comfortable Sandals
Blush Tonal Comfortable Sandals
Fumito Ganryu and Suicoke Join Forces on the Urich Sandal
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59
Thermoregulation Footwear Insoles
Thermoregulation Footwear Insoles
The Ortholite 'O-Therm' Insoles Enhance Wintertime Comfort
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58
Sustainable Vibrant Sneakers
Sustainable Vibrant Sneakers
VEJA Joins Jolie Foulée on a New Iteration of the Condor 2 Sneakers
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57
Eco Everyday Sneaker Designs
Eco Everyday Sneaker Designs
The 'Element 0' Sneakers are Made with Natural and Recycled Materials
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56
Pain-Relieving Work Boots
Pain-Relieving Work Boots
The 'Cat Edge' is Ergonomically Designed to Prevent Chronic Pain
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55
Custom 3D-Printed Sandals
Custom 3D-Printed Sandals
The IMPACT F1 Flip Flops Have a Latticed Midsole for Enhanced Comfort
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54
All-Purpose Comfy Sneaker Collections
All-Purpose Comfy Sneaker Collections
ALDO's Sneaker Shop Collection Caters to All Types of Styles
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53
Plush Durable Running Shoes
Plush Durable Running Shoes
AURALEE and New Balance Joins on Two New R_C2 Sneakers
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52
Cattle-Inspired Printed Sneakers
Cattle-Inspired Printed Sneakers
adidas' Latest ZX 420 Sneaker Celebrates Lunar New Year
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51
Avant Garde Dramatic Boots
Avant Garde Dramatic Boots
Rick Owens Gives the 1460 Bex Platform a New Update
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50
Elegant Sustainable Shoes
Elegant Sustainable Shoes
Ma’am Shoes Offers Comfortable and Playful Shoes in Time for Spring
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49
Premium Distressed Sneaker Designs
Premium Distressed Sneaker Designs
Collegium Introduces a New Set of Sneakers
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48
Repurposed Eclectic Sneaker Designs
Repurposed Eclectic Sneaker Designs
Eric Payne Explores Materials with the Trash Sneakers
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47
Clashing Patchwork Springtime Sneakers
Clashing Patchwork Springtime Sneakers
The Vans 'Meadow Patchwork' Collection Blends Aesthetics
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46
All-Pink Springtime Sneakers
All-Pink Springtime Sneakers
adidas and Pharell Collaborated on an New HU NMD Version
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45
Luxe Bright Crochet Sneakers
Luxe Bright Crochet Sneakers
Valentino's Crochet Garavani Sneaker is Carefully Handcrafted
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44
Abstract Detailed Cushioned Sneakers
Abstract Detailed Cushioned Sneakers
adidas' YEEZY BOOSY 380 Sneakers Get a Covellite Colorway
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43
Monochromatic Chunky Tonal Sneakers
Monochromatic Chunky Tonal Sneakers
JUUN.J and Reebok Launch New Iterations of the Instapump Fury
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42
Soda-Themed Cushioned Sneakers
Soda-Themed Cushioned Sneakers
Coca-Cola Joins ASICS on a GEL-Quantum 90 Sneaker Model
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41
Recycled Clothing-Made Sneakers
Recycled Clothing-Made Sneakers
ASICS' SUNRISE REBORN Pack is Entirely Sustainable
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40
Sock-Equipped Sport Sandals
Sock-Equipped Sport Sandals
The Descente x SUICOKE KISEE-DSV Performance Sandals are Protective
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39
Traditional Woven Sandal Designs
Traditional Woven Sandal Designs
Snow Peak and JOURNAL STANDARD Join for the Air Bubble Sandal
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38
Pop Culture Sandal Designs
Pop Culture Sandal Designs
These Summer Slides from Hot Topic are Fan-Approved
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37
Minimal Tonal Summer Sandals
Minimal Tonal Summer Sandals
New Balance Unveils the SDL750 Sandals for the Summer Season
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36
Holiday Themed Asymmetrical Shoes
Holiday Themed Asymmetrical Shoes
Nike's Dunk Low Sneakers Gets an Easter Colorway Update
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35
Collaboration Building Block Sneakers
Collaboration Building Block Sneakers
The Adidas x LEGO Sport Shoes are Perfect for Young Fans
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34
Sock-Paired Collaborative Clogs
Sock-Paired Collaborative Clogs
Crocs x Justin Bieber Shares a Unique Way to Style Classic Clogs
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33
Sleek Laceless Futuristic Footwear
Sleek Laceless Futuristic Footwear
Vivienne Westwood Joins ASICS on the GEL-Kayano 27 LTX Pack
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32
Kevlar-Infused Hiking Shoes
Kevlar-Infused Hiking Shoes
The Oliver Sweeney Explorer Espadrille Has Been Improved
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31
Cozy Seasonal Checkered Slides
Cozy Seasonal Checkered Slides
Chrome Hearts Introduces the Chomper Slide in Time for Summer
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30
3D-Printed Sneaker Prototypes
3D-Printed Sneaker Prototypes
BOA Applies 3D Printing Technology to Its BOA Fit System
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29
Classic Recycled Tennis Sneakers
Classic Recycled Tennis Sneakers
adidas Originals Has Unveiled the Sustainable Stan Smith, Forever
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28
Luxe Worn-In Aesthetic Sneakers
Luxe Worn-In Aesthetic Sneakers
Maison Margiela Unveils a Look at the Patchwork Sneaker
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27
Unisex Carbon-Neutral Boots
Unisex Carbon-Neutral Boots
UGG's Neumel Natural Reimagines a Best-Selling Style
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26
Backyard Compostable Sneakers
Backyard Compostable Sneakers
Public School Created a Sustainable Sneaker from Kombucha Waste
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25
Cargo Pocket-Detailed Sneakers
Cargo Pocket-Detailed Sneakers
New Balance's X-Racer Gets a Utility Iteration with Function
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24
Performance Grippy Hiking Sandals
Performance Grippy Hiking Sandals
adidas TERREX Introduces a Set of Cyprex Ultra II DLX Sandals
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23
Coffee-Inspired Reggaeton Star Sneakers
Coffee-Inspired Reggaeton Star Sneakers
Bad Bunny Joined with adidas to Launched a Pair of Shoes
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22
Single-Material Footwear Styles
Single-Material Footwear Styles
The 'HODEI' Shoe Has a Modern Yet Recyclable Construction
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21
Mismatched Elongated Sneakers
Mismatched Elongated Sneakers
adidas Created One-of-a-Kind Superstar Sneakers for Tommy Cash
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20
Fluffy Carbon-Neutral Sandals
Fluffy Carbon-Neutral Sandals
UGG's Eye-Catching Plant Power Collection Uses Sustainable Materials
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19
Ultra-Comfy Puffer Sandals
Ultra-Comfy Puffer Sandals
Birkenstock Taps Dingyun Zhang to Craft the Comfy Cosy Sandals
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18
Banana-Based Sneakers
Banana-Based Sneakers
H&M x Good News Created a Sneaker Collection Using Bananatex
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17
Digital Sportswear Experiences
Digital Sportswear Experiences
The Virtual Nike ACG Spring 21 Collab Reveal Appeals to Explorers
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16
Precision-Engineered Hiking Boots
Precision-Engineered Hiking Boots
The On Cloudridge Hiking Boots are Lightweight and Supportive
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15
Nature-Inspired Hybrid Sneakers
Nature-Inspired Hybrid Sneakers
Nike's Canyon Sandal Combines a Sneaker and Sandal into One
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14
Protective Trail Runner Sneakers
Protective Trail Runner Sneakers
The Salomon Streetcross Easily Accommodates Any Conditions
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13
3D-Knit Hiking Boots
3D-Knit Hiking Boots
The MAMMUT Duncan BOA High GTX Has a Sock-Style Knit Upper
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12
Minimal Tonal Chunky Sneakers
Minimal Tonal Chunky Sneakers
The Karhu Fusion 2.0 Sneakers are Elevated Yet Sleek
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11
Woven Crochet Sneakers
Woven Crochet Sneakers
The New Valentino Crochet Sneakers take 10 Hours to Create
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10
Ultramarathon Sneaker Styles
Ultramarathon Sneaker Styles
The On Cloudultra Sneakers are Built with Versatility in Mind
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9
Stealthy Special Edition Sneakers
Stealthy Special Edition Sneakers
The PUMA x NEMEN Centaur Special Edition Sneakers are Stylish
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8
Collectible Virtual Sneakers
Collectible Virtual Sneakers
Gucci is Selling $12 Virtual Sneakers on the AR Platform Wanna
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7
Token-Paired Sneakers
Token-Paired Sneakers
RTFKT Studios Created Three Sets of Physical Sneakers with NFTs
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6
Lightweight Ripstop Hiking Boots
Lightweight Ripstop Hiking Boots
The Triple Aught Design Ghostwing TRS Mid-Top Boots are Tactical
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5
Chunky Boot-Inspired Sandals
Chunky Boot-Inspired Sandals
The Dr. Martens x SUICOKE Sandals Have a Supportive Design
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4
Mini-Mart Sneaker Pop-Ups
Mini-Mart Sneaker Pop-Ups
atmos Japan Created "atmosmart" Stocked with Products for Sneakerheads
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3
Sustainable Algae-Based Sneakers
Sustainable Algae-Based Sneakers
The So iLL x On the Roam Collection Features Vegan Styles
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2
Completely Compostable Footwear
Completely Compostable Footwear
The 'Shoes with an Expiration Date' by Laura Muth are Modular
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1
Blockchain-Based Virtual Sneakers
Blockchain-Based Virtual Sneakers
Atari and RTFKT Created a NFT Fashion Collaboration
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