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Coolest High Top Sneakers
Looking for high top sneakers? Here is a list of cool ones out in the market today. There's something to appeal to every taste in this selection.
Hot Sneakers For the Nightlife
One of the best places to study style trends is at the nightclub. Some common sneakers are found visible worldwide, while some are seen around certain countries, cities, or scenes. Here is a quick rundown of the most popular sneakers found on a night out -- everywhere.
Nike 6.0 Women's Dunk Low
Nike 6.0 Women's Dunk Low
Classic Retro Sneaker Styles
You can't go wrong with any of the following classic sneaker styles. These five picks have been around for nearly two decades and are still top sellers in casual sneakers. Just pick a style and you can find it available in almost any color combination imaginable.
Men: Business Casual Sneakers
A listing of great business casual sneakers for work.
Vans Classic Old Skool Sneaker
The Vans Old Skool is one of the longest running skateboard shoe models ever made. Before the X-Games and ollies, there was Vans shoes. The first wave of skateboarders needed a shoe that would grip to the skinny wooden planks they were riding on. From this demand, Vans was born. These kicks are slick, flexible and extremely versatile. Women and girls of all ages should keep a pair of these in their closets. They're great for those days when you just feel like jumping around.
Sneaker of the Year
The first and official Sneaker of the Year for consumers and brands alike. The streets, catalogs, and rows upon rows of sneakers around the world have been scanned. Look and see which kicks made the 'Slickest of the Slick List' for 2008. Criteria for this year was slickness in simplicity. The winners are...
Customizing Sneakers
A simple step-by step guide on how you can create your own customized sneakers.
Cool Sneakers Under \$50
MENS SNEAKERS: Cool Sneakers Under $50
Nike Wu-Tang Dunks
If you can't find these near you, then I would suggest Nike's Reverse Bic Highs. They are the exact same kicks minus the Wu-Tang logo and the swoosh is in silver.
Top 7 Sneakers For Kids
Here are seven hot sneaker styles that can be found in toddlers, kids, and teenage sizes.
Sneaker Styles For Men
The coolest and most popular sneakers styles on the streets - period!
Kooky Sneaker Knock-Offs
Sneaker knock-offs and counterfeit designs have become a large problem. Nike and Adidas, the two highest-grossing sneaker brands in the world (Nike as number one), also are the two most counterfeited sneaker brands. As a result, the counterfeits have become increasingly difficult to spot. Yet, it's not always so hard to distinguish the authentic sneakers from the phonies. The following is a list of laughable sneaker copy attempts.
25th Anniversary Adidas Forum
Adidas celebrates 25 years of its classic Forums by creating gems for your feet.
Sneakers For Women Under \$50
Cool sneakers for women under fifty bucks! There is no reason to put a hole in your purse for footwear. Check out these cool sneaker style finds.
Ash Virgin Hi Top
Ash has created a very sleek spin on what are essentially your average Chuck Taylor. These edgy high tops can be worn with pretty much anything and make a great pair of daily kicks. If you want to upgrade your Chucks, these Ash Virgin Hi Tops would be a golden choice.
Puma Argentina
Puma Argentina
Slip-On Sneakers
Slip-Ons are the hot thing for spring and everything. Find yourself a cool pair to throw on those lazy feet then sit back prepare for the heat.
The Ugliest Sneakers of 2008
The worst and craziest sneakers of 2008 are screaming to come out and be recognized. So let's tell it like it is, shall we?
Nike Blazer Highs
Nike Blazer Highs are sneakers for slicksters.
Hot Animal Print Sneakers
Featured here are some of the hottest animal-print sneaker styles designed for the concrete jungle.
Adidas Superstar
Review for Adidas Superstar Shelltoe sneakers
Summer Sneakers For Women
Flexible sneakers and slip-ons are the hot thing for spring. Here is a list featuring a type for every breed of woman. Find yourself a cool pair to throw on those lazy feet then sit back and prepare for the heat.
Supra TK Society
Review of the Supra TK Society
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star
These classic kicks are timeless and super versatile. If you do not feel like dropping a couple hundred on sneakers, a pair of Chucks is your safest bet. These will always be in style and you never really have to wait for new releases because every color imaginable is already out there if you look hard enough. The Converse kicks pictured here are made of soft leather and perfect for those who easily rip up their shoes.
British Knights
profile for british knights sneakers
Chunky Sneaker Styles
Lifestyle sneakers fit into 2 types of style catergories, Skinnies or Chunkies. To decide your type, read this reccomended article, [link url=http://sneakers.about.com/od/sneakers101/ss/BalanceCool.htm]"Balance Cool with Your Sneakers" [/link].
The Ugliest Sneakers of 2009
Let's face it, some sneakers should have never made it out of production and into the stores. Adidas takes home the cake for creating the ugliest sneakers of 2009! See why right here.
Adidas Dakota
Adidas Dakota
Nike Air Max Skyline
Review of Nike Air Max Skyline
Vans Hosoi LTD SK8-Hi
Vans x Hosoi Part 1 to 3
Puma Reptile
Puma Reptile Sneakers
Supra Comakazi Skytop
supra comakazi skytop review
Nike Air Force 1
Review for Nike Air Force 1
Cheap Nike Jordans
Air Jordans are one of the most replicated sneakers on the web and in the streets.
Nike Dunks SB
Nike Dunks SB
Adidas
Brand profile for Adidas.
Adidas Forum His
The Adidas Forum builds upon classic Adidas styling to produce a slightly heavier and chunkier kick. Also listed as one of the hottest high tops on the streets, you can find these in all sort of colors and cool anniversary editions.
Lakai Suede Telford
Lakai is known for making durable skate shoes but you don't have to be a skater to wear these. With a retro look and bold color, you will get more than just a few looks wearing these out on the streets. In my opinion, these would be great kicks for the dance floor.
Adidas Campus
Review for Adidas Campus
Nike Air Max 1
Review of Nike Air Max 1 sneakers
Multifunctional Kids Shoes
In an uncertain economy, buying several shoes to serve multiple purposes is rarely doable these days. Here is a list of versatile sneakers that work well in your kid's school gym, in the field, around the mall and in your neighborhood.
Puma Suede First Rounds
Alife x Puma Collaborative kicks. Super nice suede uppers and the perfect blue combo makes these a stellar must-have.
Nike Dunk Low Pro SB Buck
The Nike Dunk SB Low Buck was made after Nike's founder, Phil Knight, who was nicknamed Buck after his father. The color scheme is tributed to the University of Oregon which is the state Nike is currently headquarted. The Dunk Bucks first released in Hong Kong on December of '03, then in the States in January of '04. One of the hottest colorways to date, namely because those that didn't know 'Buck' was simply the founder's nickname, assumed the sneaker name and green colorway symbolized cash.
Balance Cool with Sneakers
Looking cool is all about balance. Learn how to balance your style with your sneakers for a slick look.
Puma Basket II
Review of Puma Basket II
Vans
profile for vans sneakers
The Ugliest Sneakers of 2007
Let's face it, some sneakers should have never made it out of production and into the stores. Adidas takes home the cake for creating the ugliest sneakers of 2007! See why right here.
Review for Nike 6.0 Womens Dun
Review for Nike 6.0 Womens Dunk Low
Converse
Profile of Converse sneakers
Buy Blazers
review for Nike Blazer
Guide to Buying New Sneakers
Shopping for new sneakers? Check out this Smart Guide to Buying New Sneakers. This sneaker site is loaded with the coolest sneakers styles, sneaker news and reviews.
Nike Dunk Lo Pro SB Tiffany
Nike Dunk Lo Pro SB Tiffany
Start a Custom Sneaker Shop
You love sneakers and you love to paint and draw. Why not try to sell your masterpieces to all the sneakerheads out there and make a living doing it?
Terminator Highs by Nike X Stussy X Neighborhood
The Terminator Highs are superbly designed, ultra fresh in simplicity, and super sharp in overall style. Not to mention, the clean detailing throughout the upper and even in the replacement of Nike's standard swoosh logo. Though these sneakers are offered in more than one colorway, the black and white ones are what really make the grade.
Nike Dunk Low Pro SB Boca Junior
The Nike Dunk Low Pro SB Boca Juniors are very simple, versatile and sleek. The colorways are perfect and you can add instant style to any outfit, whether you choose to dress them up or down. Blue with yellow is hot and adding these to your feet with create some spark to your overall presentation.
Diadora
profile for diadora sneakers, diadora story, diadora history
Nike
Profile for Nike
Nike Tennis Classic CL
Nike Tennis Classic CL
Nike Isolate
Nike Isolate
Sneakers 101
Tip and rules every sneakerhead should know.
Sneakers For Kids Under \$50!
Cool sneakers for kids under $50!
Sneaker of the Day
Sneakers of the Day puts the spotlight on the coolest sneaker finds every day of the week.
Top Sneaker Styles
This section features lists of styles of the hottest sneakers in every category.
Shin Tanaka
shin tanaka and his paper custom sneakers
Womens Nike 16" High Air Force
Nike 16" High Air Force 1
Vans Public Enemy High Tops
Vans offers a flashback design reminding us why we fell in love with the whole sneaker craze in the first place. Honoring Public Enemy, rap icons of the early 90s, this limited edition hit is sure to be seized from the shelves before slumbering hip-hop fanatics even knew it hit the stores. Scour for your special pair today!
Daves Quality Meat
Dave's Quality Meat New York City
colorway
Here is a glossary of terms for 'sneakerheads.' These are common words used in sneaker culture.
Sneaker Factories
Many knock-off sneaker factories can simply replicate a shoe just by looking at it.
Cleaning Dirty Sneakers
3 Easy Steps to Make Your Dirty Sneakers Look New Again
Air Yeezy
Review of Nike Air Yeezy
Weekly Scan - January 6, 2008
Here is a random camera scan of what kind of sneakers people are wearing out on the streets. Stay tuned for new pictures as new ones are listed here every week.
The Perfect Sneaker
The most important factor in buying sneakers is something other than design and price. It could save you a big bunch of money and all that wasted space in your closet and storage.
casual office sneakers
Many offices have adapted a more casual environment for their employees. Dress codes have become more relaxed. Wearing what makes you feel comfortable is alright with many companies if it helps get your job done. Many major sneaker brands have embraced the growing casual work environment and have designed a number of sneaker suitable for the office.
Nike Jordan AJF 6
The Jordan AJF 6: hype or gold?
PumaFirstRound
Puma First Round Skate sneaker
Puma
profile for puma sneakers.
Adidas Tennis TC
Adidas Tennis TC
Hot Sneakers For Fall
Hot Sneakers For Fall and Winter
Shin Tanaka's Paper Sneaker Em
shin tanaka and his paper custom sneakers
Saucony
Saucony brand profile
Adidas TRX Runner
Review of the Adidas TRX.
Diesel Freezys
Diesel Freezy sneakers
Sneaker Tributes to Basquiat
5 Sneaker Tributes to Basquiat
The Best Paint Markers
The best paint markers for customizing sneakers and artwork.
Reebok
profile for reebok sneakers
PF Flyers
profile for pf flyers sneakers.
New Balance
Profile of New Balance shoes
Vans Authentic Core Classics
Vans Core Classics are the most versatile kicks around. They're simple, multi-functional, and go with everything - if you keep them clean. Here are 3 reasons why they rule!
Adidas Aditennis Lux Hi
Review of the Adidas Aditennis Lux Hi Leather
A Bathing Ape
profile for bathing ape sneakers.
Airwalk
Profile for Airwalk
ASICS
Profile of Asics shoes
Reebok Freestyle Review
Sneaker review for the Reebok Freestyle
Pony
Profile for pony sneakers
Greedy Genius
profile for greedy genius sneakers.
Nike Blazer AC
Review of the Nike Blazer AC
Nike Dunk Low 6.0
Review of the Nike Dunk 6.0
Burn Rubber Detroit
Burn Rubber Detroit
Etnies
Etnies
PUMAAMQ
Alexander McQueen and Puma
Bape Ape Sta II
Review for Bape Ape Sta II
Prokeds
Profile for pro keds sneakers
Sneaker Trends of Today
What Sneaker Trends Say About Us
Sneakerhead Obession: Checkere
Find out why I think checkered slip-on Vans are the true hot kicks of the decade.
Adidas Vulcan Superskate
Review of Adidas Classic Vulcan Superskate
Sneakerheads Exposed!
Characteristics of a True Sneakerhead
Review of Nike Court Force Hig
Review of Nike Court Force High
Reebok Lifestyle - BB 5600 Low
Reebok Lifestyle - BB 5600 Low Kolors
Alife Everybody Mid Parachute
Review for Alife Everybody Mid Parachute Sneakers
An Interview With Airwalk
Airwalk, a skate legend returns.
Eazy Does It
Review of the Nike Big Nike High
Adidas ZX 500
Review of the Adidas ZX 500.
Vans Half Cab LX
Sneaker review of the Vans Half Cab LX
Vans Wellesley W
Review of Vans Wellesley W
Circa 105
Sneaker review of the Circa 105
DVS Munition CT
Review of DVS Munition CT
Nike Big Nike High
Review of Nike Big Nike High
Puma Mid S
Review of the Puma Mid S
DC Shoes
Profile for DC Shoes
Run Athletics
profile for run athletics sneakers
The Reason Behind Ugly Kicks
The rise and fall of sneaker madness.
Vans TNT II Mid
Teview of Vans TNT II Mid
Nike Delta Force A Low
Review for Nike Delta Force sneakers
Adidas ZX Racer
Review of the Adidas ZX Racer
Vans Half Cab Pro
Review of the Vans Half Cab Pro
NikeAF1Safari
Nike Limited Edition Air Force One Safari
Creative Recreation
Creative Recreation
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