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Top 100 Shoes Trends in April

From Singer-Inspired Basketball Shoes to Stealthy Slip-On Sneakers

— April 23, 2023 — Fashion
This list of April 2023 shoe trends comprises multiple styles inspired by new and old fashion trends. From character-themed leather boots to denim-covered lifestyle sneakers, consumers can now find a silhouette that fits their unique aesthetic.

A playful fusion of snacks and shoes comes from the new Dunkaroos and Katty Customs collaboration. The 'DunkAShoes' are hand-painted with the signature Dunkaroos colors - yellow, purple, teal, and magenta - and adorned with a rainbow chip pattern. There is also a removable keychain and custom insoles.

Similarly, the new Native Shoes and Star Wars partnership has brought a new sci-fi sneaker collection. The collection is inspired by the latest season of the popular Star Wars series, The Mandalorian. Consumers can choose between unique designs from the franchise, spotlighting the themes of the light and dark sides of the force.
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Spring-Ready Collaborative Footwear
Spring-Ready Collaborative Footwear
KITH and New Balance Join Forces on a 993 Sneaker
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97
Pine Green Lifestyle Sneakers
Pine Green Lifestyle Sneakers
New Balance Unveils Its 90/60 Model in Pine Green Colorway
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96
Soccer-Inspired Lifestyle Sneakers
Soccer-Inspired Lifestyle Sneakers
adidas Unveils its NMD S1 FS That Draw from its COPA Line
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95
Embroidered Phoenix Technical Shoes
Embroidered Phoenix Technical Shoes
maharishi Reworks the Classic Mizuno Wave Rider 10 Shoe
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94
Spring-Inspired Shoe Colorways
Spring-Inspired Shoe Colorways
Naturalizer Debuts Its Vera Dress Sandal in Lily Pad Suede
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93
Nylon Giraffe Print Clogs
Nylon Giraffe Print Clogs
Brain Dead Releases New Clogs in a Nylon Giraffe Print
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92
Green Faux Snakeskin Shoes
Green Faux Snakeskin Shoes
Martine Rose Releases the Bulb Toe Chain Mules for SS23 Collection
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91
Anniversary-Celebrating Sporty Sneakers
Anniversary-Celebrating Sporty Sneakers
Salomon Launch Triple-Red XT-6 in a '10 Years' Colorway
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90
Molded Rubberized Leather Shoes
Molded Rubberized Leather Shoes
Jacquemus Debuts Its 'LE RAPHIA' Les Mules Goia in Time for Summer
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89
Brown Leather Hiking Shoes
Brown Leather Hiking Shoes
New Balance Unveils New Rainier Low in 'Glazed Ginger' Colorway
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88
Motorcycle-Inspired Cushioned Sneakers
Motorcycle-Inspired Cushioned Sneakers
Roller Magazine and Vans Release ‘ANTI-NORMAL’ Sneakers
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87
Celebrity-Backed Heel Capsules
Celebrity-Backed Heel Capsules
Jennifer Lopez Debuts an Exclusive Footwear Collection with Revolve
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86
Durable Terrain-Focused Sneakers
Durable Terrain-Focused Sneakers
Mizuno Debuts the New 'Wave Mujin TL GTX' for Spring/Summer 2023
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85
Autumnal Outdoor-Ready Footwear
Autumnal Outdoor-Ready Footwear
Bodega and HOKA Will Release Autumnal Collaborative Footwear
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84
Sustainable Food Material Sneakers
Sustainable Food Material Sneakers
ID.Eight Brings 90s-Inspired Sneakers with Food Materials
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83
Deconstructed Lifestyle White Shoes
Deconstructed Lifestyle White Shoes
Youth of Paris and adidas Join on a Crystal White Campus 80
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82
Chinese Dynasty-Themed Footwear
Chinese Dynasty-Themed Footwear
LI-NING and Clarks Originals Launch a Through His Steps Shoe
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81
Cartoon-Inspired Collaborative Sneakers
Cartoon-Inspired Collaborative Sneakers
Sanrio and adidas Collaborate on New Hello Kitty Sneakers
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80
Spring-Inspired Light Tonal Sneakers
Spring-Inspired Light Tonal Sneakers
New Balance Unveils a New Pastel Pack of the 2002R
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79
Recycled Leather Footwear Collections
Recycled Leather Footwear Collections
NAMESAKE Debuts Its Exclusive ‘CLIPPERS’ Footwear Collection
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78
Protective Athletic Footwear Styles
Protective Athletic Footwear Styles
The Norda 001 Trail Running Sneaker is Ready for Performance
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77
Summer-Themed Knitted Sneakers
Summer-Themed Knitted Sneakers
Nike Unveils Its Air VaporMax 2023 Flyknit in 'Baltic Blue'
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76
Hip Hop-Honoring High-Top Sneakers
Hip Hop-Honoring High-Top Sneakers
Nike Launches a New Air Force 1 High in a Classics Colorway
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75
Genderless Cruise Collections
Genderless Cruise Collections
Wolf & Shepherd Launches New Line, Expanding Beyond Men's Footwear
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74
Adventure-Ready Work Boots
Adventure-Ready Work Boots
KidSuper Released Work Boots Inspired by Hiking and Artistic Themes
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73
City-Inspired Lifestyle Sneakers
City-Inspired Lifestyle Sneakers
Nike Unveils Air Force 1 Low in 'Los Angeles' Colorway
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72
Collaboration Suede Sneaker Collections
Collaboration Suede Sneaker Collections
The NOAH x PUMA Clyde Collection is Made in Japan
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71
Gardening-Inspired Lifestyle Sneakers
Gardening-Inspired Lifestyle Sneakers
Vans and Nicole McLaughlin Unveil The Slip-On VP VR3 LX
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70
Hip-Hop-Commemorating Shoes
Hip-Hop-Commemorating Shoes
Timberland Launches a New Purple Boot Inspired by Hip Hop's Origins
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69
Soldier-Inspired Boot Collections
Soldier-Inspired Boot Collections
Wolverine Launch Boot Collection Inspired by Halo Armor Coating
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68
Character-Themed Leather Boots
Character-Themed Leather Boots
Dr. Martens Partners with BT21 for a Series of Footwear Designs
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67
Transport-Inspired Footwear Collections
Transport-Inspired Footwear Collections
Mallet London Partners with Transport for London
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66
Spirit-Backed Fashion Capsules
Spirit-Backed Fashion Capsules
Hennessy X.O. Unveils its First Luxury Fashion Item with Kim Jones
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65
Cartoon Character-Inspired Footwear
Cartoon Character-Inspired Footwear
adidas Originals Releases a Moomin Character Based Collection
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64
Sneaker Swap Shops
Sneaker Swap Shops
eBay's London Pop-Up Invites People to Exchange Sneakers for Free
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63
Supremely Cushioned Training Sneakers
Supremely Cushioned Training Sneakers
The HOKA Rocket X 2 Has a ProFlyX Midsole and More
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62
Trail-Inspired Luxe Performance Sneakers
Trail-Inspired Luxe Performance Sneakers
DIOR Presents the New Dynamic B31 Sneaker Model
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61
Military-Style Running Sneakers
Military-Style Running Sneakers
Nike Reveals Olive Flak Colorway of the Zoom Vomero 5
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60
Gunmetal Tone Lifestyle Sneakers
Gunmetal Tone Lifestyle Sneakers
Wales Bonner and adidas Unveils New FW23 Collaborative Sneakers
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59
Mint-Tonal Ribbed Sneakers
Mint-Tonal Ribbed Sneakers
MSCHF Launches the Super Normal 2 in a White Mint Colorway
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58
Slip-On Hiking Shoes
Slip-On Hiking Shoes
ROA Releases New Slip-On Hiking Shoe for Enhanced Comfort Hiking Experiences
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57
College-Themed Basketball Sneakers
College-Themed Basketball Sneakers
Reebok Set to Release Question Mid 'Green Toe' Sneakers
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56
Sci-Fi-Themed Rubber-Like Sneakers
Sci-Fi-Themed Rubber-Like Sneakers
Native Shoes Launch Sci-Fi Sneaker Collection with Star Wars
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55
Light Gray Monochromatic Sneakers
Light Gray Monochromatic Sneakers
solebox and adidas team up on new UltraBOOST 1.0 and Ultra 4D
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54
Exoskeletal Technical-Themed Footwear
Exoskeletal Technical-Themed Footwear
Dior Unveils the New Warp Sandal with Gardening Performance
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53
AI-Enabled Sneaker Marketplaces
AI-Enabled Sneaker Marketplaces
Neatsy.ai Has Shoppers Scan Their Foot to Find the Perfect Fit
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52
Curved Walking Shoes
Curved Walking Shoes
The KEEN WK400 Was Specifically Created to Make Walking More Fun & Enjoyable
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51
Green-Accented Panelled Sneakers
Green-Accented Panelled Sneakers
Nike SB And Air Jordan 4 Join on the Pine Green Colorway
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50
Baseball-Inspired Lifestyle Sneakers
Baseball-Inspired Lifestyle Sneakers
Nike's New Air Force 1 Low Celebrates Jackie Robinson
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49
Collaborative Outdoorsy Footwear
Collaborative Outdoorsy Footwear
The adidas x National Geographic Shoe is Performance-Driven
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48
Gender Inclusive Ballerina Shoes
Gender Inclusive Ballerina Shoes
Balenciaga Launch Gender Inclusive 'Leopold Ballerina' Shoes
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47
Heart-Adorned Shoe Collections
Heart-Adorned Shoe Collections
G.H. Bass Boasts an Adorable Collection of Heart Loafers
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46
College Sports-Inspired Sneakers
College Sports-Inspired Sneakers
Nike's Air Huarache “Oregon Ducks” Colorway is a Limited Release
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45
Futuristic Science-Inspired Shoes
Futuristic Science-Inspired Shoes
Kiko Kostadinov Launches a New ASICS Sneaker Inspired by the ISS
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44
Unique Lightweight Hiking Sneakers
Unique Lightweight Hiking Sneakers
Moncler Launched the Lite version of its Trailgrip Sneaker
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43
Martial Arts-Inspired Shoes
Martial Arts-Inspired Shoes
CLOT Celebrates the Legacy of Bruce Lee with its New CLOTEZ Colorway
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42
Painted Foot-Shaped Shoes
Painted Foot-Shaped Shoes
Midorikawa and Suicoke Unite for the Newest Vibram® FiveFingers Release
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41
Collaboration Rapper Sneakers
Collaboration Rapper Sneakers
The Action Bronson x New Balance 990v6 Baklava Has a Multicolor Form
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40
Snack-Inspired Sneakers
Snack-Inspired Sneakers
The Dunkaroos Sneakers Pay Homage to the 90s Snack
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39
Singer-Inspired Basketball Sneakers
Singer-Inspired Basketball Sneakers
Nike Unveils The Billie Eilish x Nike Air Alpha Force 88
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38
Purple Overlaying Lifestyle Sneakers
Purple Overlaying Lifestyle Sneakers
New Balance Unveils the 9060 Sneaker in Violet and Black
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37
High-Performance Golf Shoes
High-Performance Golf Shoes
Footjoy Released the HyperFlex Carbon Equipped With a Carbon Plate
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36
Distressed Dark Tonal Footwear
Distressed Dark Tonal Footwear
New Balance Presents a New Set to Join the Protection Pack
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35
Luxury Saketeboard-Inspired Sneakers
Luxury Saketeboard-Inspired Sneakers
Gucci and Vans Release 'Continuum' Sneaker Collection
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34
Hip Hop-Themed Purple Boots
Hip Hop-Themed Purple Boots
Timberland Presents the New Hip Hop Royalty Boot with Stencil
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33
Women-Celebrating Low Sneakers
Women-Celebrating Low Sneakers
Jordan is Set to Release International Women’s Day Sneakers
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32
Stealthy Slip-On Sneakers
Stealthy Slip-On Sneakers
adidas Launches Slip-On adiFOM Superstar in ‘Triple Black’ Colorway
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31
Spring-Ready Tonal Running Sneakers
Spring-Ready Tonal Running Sneakers
Nike Unveils a Lavender Colorway of the Zoom Vomero 5
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30
Cloud-Inspired Rubber Slides
Cloud-Inspired Rubber Slides
Fendi Released the Cloud Slides Made for the Summer Season
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29
Durably Designed Recovery Footwear
Durably Designed Recovery Footwear
The Nike ACG Moc Has a Cozy, Cloud-Like Construction
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28
Colorful Gummy-Themed Shoes
Colorful Gummy-Themed Shoes
Vans and Haribo Collaborate on a Series of Candy-Themed Shoes
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27
Denim-Covered Lifestyle Sneakers
Denim-Covered Lifestyle Sneakers
Jordan Unveils The Jordan Granville Pro in Denim Colorway
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26
Spring-Ready Premium Tonal Sandals
Spring-Ready Premium Tonal Sandals
Birkenstock 1774 Unveils its New Capsule for Spring/Summer
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25
Commemorative Comic-Themed Sneakers
Commemorative Comic-Themed Sneakers
Kasina & adidas Launch the Campus 80s Celebrating Kim Jung Gi
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24
On-Demand 3D-Printed Sneakers
On-Demand 3D-Printed Sneakers
Madeium is Empowering a New Generation of Creators
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23
Outdoor-Ready Footwear Collections
Outdoor-Ready Footwear Collections
Timberland Launches Motion 6 Hiker in Outdoor-Ready Collection
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22
Outdoor-Focused Sandal Collections
Outdoor-Focused Sandal Collections
KEEN Reveal New Sandal Collection with Smokey Bear
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21
Lightweight Slip-On Shoes
Lightweight Slip-On Shoes
Salomon Reveals the Summer Travel Nimble Designed PULSAR ADVANCED
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20
Vibrant Green Lifestyle Sneakers
Vibrant Green Lifestyle Sneakers
size? Reveals the adidas Originals Archive All Team 'Green'
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19
Lightning Bolt-Adorned Sneakers
Lightning Bolt-Adorned Sneakers
Vans Unveils a New Series of the Old Skool Bolt Sneaker
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18
Barrier-Breaking Sneaker Drops
Barrier-Breaking Sneaker Drops
From The Collection: Joy Claire Provides Access to Exclusive Styles
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17
Limited-Edition Clogs Collections
Limited-Edition Clogs Collections
Dr. Scholl’s and Re/Done Release Exclusive Clog Collection
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16
Video Game-Inspired Boots
Video Game-Inspired Boots
Red Wing Shoes Revealed a Super Mario Bros. Inspired Boots
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15
Custom-Made Insoles
Custom-Made Insoles
Soles Creates Personalized Support for Your Feet with Custom Insoles
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14
Chunky 90s-Style Sneakers
Chunky 90s-Style Sneakers
The Axel Arigato Astro Sneakers Come in Three Color Options
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13
Rugged Lifestyle Sneakers
Rugged Lifestyle Sneakers
New Balance and Parks Project Debut the Fresh Foam X Hierro v7
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12
Futuristic Designed Lifestyle Sneakers
Futuristic Designed Lifestyle Sneakers
adidas Releases Y-3 Itogo in Japanese-Inspired Aesthetics
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11
Treeline Silhouette Lifestyle Sneakers
Treeline Silhouette Lifestyle Sneakers
Nike Unveils the New Treeline Colorway of the Air Max 1
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10
Computer-Optimized Running Sneakers
Computer-Optimized Running Sneakers
The On Cloudsurfer Debuts the Brand's New CloudTec Phase
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9
Spring Weather Hiking Sneakers
Spring Weather Hiking Sneakers
The Nike ACG GORE-TEX Mountain Fly Protects from Water and Mud
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8
Playful Jumbo-Sized Sneakers
Playful Jumbo-Sized Sneakers
Louis Vuitton Releases the LV Trainer Maxi in Playful Proportions
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7
Supportive Sporty Lifestyle Sneakers
Supportive Sporty Lifestyle Sneakers
The New Balance Fresh Foam Roav is Modern and Run-Ready
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6
Reactive Lightweight Training Sneakers
Reactive Lightweight Training Sneakers
The On Cloud X 3 Showcases Swiss Engineering
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5
Sustainable Warm Weather Sneakers
Sustainable Warm Weather Sneakers
The Hoka Anacapa Breeze is Made with a 100% rPET Knit Upper
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4
Cartoon-Themed Performance Shoes
Cartoon-Themed Performance Shoes
Puma Introduces a New ‘SpongeBob SquarePants'-Themed Collection
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3
Dual-Wearing System Sneakers
Dual-Wearing System Sneakers
MSCHF Unveiled the 'BWD' Sneaker That Can Be Worn Front and Back
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2
Unique Artisans Sneakers
Unique Artisans Sneakers
NOVELLA's Debut Collection Chapter 1 Features Three Verses
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1
Sneaker-Inspired Slide Sandals
Sneaker-Inspired Slide Sandals
The New Adidas adiFOM Adilette Slides Have a Covered Toe
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