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Sneaker essentials

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The best sneakers to match your fashion staples.
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Mens' Sneaker must haves for 2025

 
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My New Balance 550s in white and grey are the ‘retro-rebel’ of my sneaker squad cushioned like I’m stomping on nostalgia clouds, styled like a ’89 yearbook crush, and versatile enough to pair with my “I’m late” joggers or my ”I’m pretending to be art...
New Balance 550 trainers in white and grey
 
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My ASICS Gel-Kayano 14s are my retro-futuristic lifeline GEL cushioning so plush it feels like walking on astronaut foam, a chunky '90s sole that screams ‘I’m here to run errands and your ego, and a silver/white colorway that hides dirt like a n...
GEL KAYANO™ 14 | ASICS South Africa
 
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My ASICS Gel-NYC sneakers are my retro-futuristic lifeline GEL cushioning so plush it feels like walking on astronaut foam, a chunky '90s sole that screams ‘I’m here to run errands and your ego, and a design that mashes up ASICS’ archives like a Y2K ...
GEL NYC™ | ASICS South Africa
 
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My New Balance 2002Rs are the retro-rebel of my sneaker squad, absorption cushioning so plush it feels like walking on ‘90s nostalgia, a suede and mesh upper that laughs at basic kicks, and a chunky silhouette that screams ‘I’m here to stunt, not spr...
Men's New Balance 2002 - Trainers
 
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My Adidas Gazelles are the retro rebel of my sneaker rotation, suede so buttery it could moonlight as a luxury couch, gum soles that grip sidewalks and my questionable life choices, and that iconic T-toe screaming ‘I’ve been cool since dial-up intern...
adidas Originals Gazelle trainers
 
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My ASICS GEL-1130s are my retro futuristic lifeline GEL cushioning so plush it feels like walking on ’90s nostalgia clouds, a chunky silhouette that screams ‘I’m here to stunt, not sprint,’ and a design that’s equal parts Y2K relic and TikTok thirst ...
Gel 1130 | ASICS South Africa
 
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My New Balance 9060s are the retro-futuristic holy grail FuelCell cushioning so plush it feels like walking on marshmallow clouds, a chunky sole that screams ‘I’m here to stunt, not sprint,’ and a design that’s equal parts Y2K relic and alien spacesh...
Men's New Balance 9060 - Trainers
 
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My Vans KNU Skools are the retro rebel of my sneaker squad-chunky tongues so puffy they could double as throw pillows, '90s skate vibes that scream ‘I borrowed this from Tony Hawk’s closet,’ and a price tag that won’t make my wallet cry. 🛹✨ Slap ’em...
Vans Knu Skool chunky trainers in black and white
 
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My Nike Dunk Low Retros are the ultimate throwback flex-buttery leather that ages like a fine meme, a chunky sole screaming ‘I’m here to stunt, not sweat,’ and that iconic Swoosh hitting harder than my ex’s rebound texts. 🏀👟 Rock ’em with baggy je...
Men's Nike Dunk Shoes
 
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My Nike Zoom Vomero 5s are the retro-futuristic lifeline I didn’t know I needed cushioned like I’m moonwalking on NASA approved clouds, styled like a Y2K time capsule, and durable enough to survive my ’I’ll adult tomorrow’ sprints. 🚀👟             Rock ’em with joggers for gym to bodega god mode or cargos for ‘I’m cosplaying as a 2000s tech bro.’                         #VomeroVibes #NikeNostalgia"                     P.S. Runs snug like a slightly judgy hug size up if your toes demand VIP lounge space.  Pro tip: Scotchgard the mesh coffee spills stain faster than your ex ghosts. ☕
Nike Zoom Vomero 5
 
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My New Balance 530s are the retro-rebel of my sneaker squad,ENCAP cushioning so pillowy it feels like walking on ’90s nostalgia clouds, a chunky sole that screams ‘I’m here to stunt, not sprint,’ and a silvermesh and suede combo that’s equal parts Y2...
Men's New Balance 530
 
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My Nike SB x Air Jordan 4s are the holy grail of collabs skate-ready durability meets Jordan’s legacy, wrapped in a navy suede package that’s softer than my ex’s apology texts. 🛹🏀                                               Stomp these on a board for ollie-to-iced-coffee swagger or flex ’em with baggy cargos for ‘I’m here to break necks, not ankles.’ #SBJordan4 #CollabOfTheYear                    P.S. Runs snug like a sneakerhead’s guilty pleasure, size up if your toes crave breathing room.                                                             Pro tip: Waterproof the suede, since skatepark grime stains faster than hype fades.
Nike SB x Air Jordan 4
 
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My ASOS New Balance 740s are the retro rebel of my sneaker rotation cloud like cushioning for sidewalk stomping, a chunky sole that screams ‘I’m here to stunt, not sprint,’ and a white/silver colorway so clean it pairs with my existential crisisk AND...            Slap ’em on with baggy jeans for dadcore irony or bike shorts for ‘I’m athleisure’s problem child.’                                       #740Vibes #NBDrip"                                       P.S. True to size if you’re into snug hugs, but size up if your toes crave a mosh pit.               Pro tip: Magic Eraser these babies weekly, since  white sneakers stain faster than your ex’s reputation. 🧼
New Balance 740 in white and silver
 
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My Nike P-6000s are the retro-futuristic holy grail cushioned like I’m moonwalking on NASA-approved clouds, a chunky sole that screams ‘I’m here to stunt, not sprint,’ and a design that’s equal parts Y2K relic and alien spaceship. 👽👟 Slap ’em on wi...                     #P6000Vibes #NikeNostalgia                        P.S. Runs snug like a slightly judgy hug size up if your toes crave VIP lounge space.       Pro tip: Scotchgard the mesh coffee spills stain faster than your ex ghosts. ☕
Nike P-6000
 
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My Nike Air Max 95s are the anatomy of cool-layered like a ’90s skyscraper, Air cushioning so plush it feels like walking on rebellious clouds, and a gradient colorway that screams ‘I’m here to dissect trends, not follow ’em.’ 🏙️👟 Rock ’em with j...
Nike Air Max 95
 
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My New Balance 2002Rs in off-white are the distressed dreamboat of my sneaker rotation, abzorb cushioning so pillowy it feels like stomping on vintage marshmallows, suede panels age like a fine meme, and that 'Protection Pack' chaos gives 'I survived...
New Balance 2002 trainers in off white
 
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Okay, guys, let's talk about trainers because I've discovered the perfect retro update for your collection: the white and navy New Balance 740s. These trainers are bringing back the energy of 90s basketball while keeping it street-style appropriate....
New Balance 740 trainers in navy and white
 
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Let me share a style gem with you all. I recently purchased the navy and cream adidas Originals Samba OG trainers, and I must say that if you like classic style with a modern twist, these are the way to go.The silhouette of Samba? legendary. However,...
adidas Originals Samba OG trainers in navy and cream