now available from Tommy Hilfiger is this Two-Tone Penny loafer. Created with a white canvas upper, the shoe sports a contrasting grey suede. A wooden heel supports the footwear while a padded footbed with rubber sole provide a comfortable interior. Great to wear to the cottage or an outdoor get-together.
Green Lantern, we’re watching you. Leprechaun chic? Call it what you will, but yes, you are indeed looking at rubber Gucci moccasins. Made to the finest standards associated with Gucci loafers, the familiar model gets a rather forward update in shiny rubber. Completed with Gucci’s trademark, horse bit buckle, the new shoe also comes in navy blue. But who cares… Look at the green!!! Available online.
Common Project has come through with a streamlined take on the duck boot. An old hunting style, the ‘ducky’ has become a mainstay in wet winter climates.
Common Project keeps things simple in an all black polished upper, while the bottoms remain true to the rubber galoshes style. Having more of a policeman’s or military vibe, Common Project has thrown down the gauntlet to and has made a solid urban alternative to the classic Bean Boot.
These babies are Italian made, numbered for authenticity and available online here.
Gravis has released their new Arto Mid, the third signature shoe from team rider Arto Saari. Combining aesthetics with practicality, the sneaker features double rubber foxing for durability, breathable mesh lining and a magic foam layer for shock absorption. Most notable is the rubber abrasion pad featured on the shoe’s lateral side, developed by Arto specifically for skating purposes. Look for these in three colorways soon through Gravis stockists.
If you like your shoes to look well-worn before you buy them, Bed Stu‘s Zuma Black shoes may be for you. Made with a canvas and suede upper, fabric liner and a synthetic sole, they’re finished individually with hand touches to make each one different. Featuring a classic lace-up vamp with metal eyelets and a rubber outsole, you can get them online now.
One of the world’s most beloved shoe gets mild update this week, with a remix of the classic Converse Chuck Taylor All Star. Seen here, the latest Chucks carry a familiar silhouette however we think that weight is the real achievement. Where prior All Star issues bear a canvas or hide upper, these latest ones are made from a breathable mesh compound and are finished with a foam rather than rubber sole. With an angled back, these nautically inspired Chucks are a delightful take on some existing perfection. Available in several colourways and online here.
Marsell have been dropping some pretty impressive, “antique” boots lately. Furthermore, getting off the beaten track and offering something new, seems to be the motivation behind most of the Marsell models.
These Parella Boots, are in a very old lumberjack style. A generous 16 hole lacing system starts right at the toe and goes completely to the top. The slightly stacked sole is comprised of different grades of leather and rubber, furthering their authenticity. The upper is Italian suede which is treated and shaved to be shinier in some areas, while dull in others and subtle distressing ultimately makes each pair truly unique. Old but new and available online.
It was only a matter of time before Lacoste got in on this espadrille thing going on. We couldn’t be happier to see them on board. Here is their latest offering in the lightweight summer shoe. This like many, is a bit more of a functional take on the design being an epadrille/plimsol hybrid. However, patchwork paneling across the upper, truly gives this designer shoe, the arts and crafts appeal of a handmade beach shoe. Finished with a gum rubber sole, these sturdy yet skimpy Lacoste kicks can be had online.
Yuketen lets all the big trends of the season mash up together in this wingtip canoe moccasin. We didn’t misspeak, that’s right – it’s a canoe moccasin with brouging throughout, and with a sharp looking wingtip design right on the shoe, and rubber sole for traction. An incredible bit of shoe design, available online now.
