Kicks #3 - White Leather Vans Era

Hey all!

Here's some kick-spiration. I've been writing a lot about my travels recently hence I thought a kick catch up is in order too.

With summer in full swing, white kicks are very popular at the moment. I have to say that I've been looking for a pair of white sneakers for a while now and then I found this beautiful Vans Era   model for the price of only £25!- retailing normally at around £65. What a bargain.(Thank you T.K.Maxx)Naturally, being the sneaker head that I am, I couldn't resist and had to get them. 

These sneakers are super comfy and the leather makes them durable, which is always a plus. Much easier to deal with than the suede models that get bad moisture damage.

I really love the subtle light brown insole finish that delicately contrasts against the clean white of the shoe. This makes this particular model super universal, it can look semi formal or ultra casual. The aesthetics are perfect and I'm a sucker for that.

Yes, they'll get dirty super easily but just avoid contact with excess rain(I know, nearly impossible, espeically in the UK;) ) and they'll last.

Size wise I am UK5 in Vans and that's the size I usually buy, however in this model I was forced by the size availability. to go for the UK4.5. Surprisingly it was't too small! Generally, I would recommend to always stick to your usual "Vans" size but in case you size is not in stock and you have a half a size smaller or bigger available try them on as they may also fit! 

Here are some other white kicks for inspiration:

Adias ZX flux "all white"

Adidas Superstar in all White

Nike Huarache 

Asics Gel Lyte III tripple white

Puma Trinomic "Black & White collection"

Air Jordan "future flow" in white

Nike Stefan Janoski in White

Nike Stefan Janoski Max in White

Nike Air Max Thea "Joli"

Source; Google

Ciao for now :)

MK

Kicks #2 - Women's Stan Smiths w/Leopard print

Hey all,

Let's face the facts that for the past couple of years Nikes' sneaker game has been strong - Roshe runs, Jordans, Frees, Huaraches and new editions of Air Maxes can be literally seen on everyone's feet. I guess Adidas didn't wanted to be left behind, especially this year with their release of the Pharrell's supercolor collection ( I swear this guy literally does everything - too cool) that features nearly every colour of the rainbow (literally). 

Revisiting the classics and giving them a modern twist has been a trend for a while now. However we gotta hand it to Adidas- they did a great job.. 

The Adidas supercolor collection..basically IS a rainbow.

Good job AND not only with the release of the supercolor collection.  (By the way -I really like the pale blues and purple hues in the 3&4th one from the right- it's almost impossible to get these colours though;/) I have not yet purchased any kicks from this line however I did give into another one of their originals..

I mean..who can resist a dope pair of Stan Smiths?! 

Can we all just take a minute and appreciate these crepes?

I've seen this pair about before however never ended up buying it. However when I was in Warsaw the other weekend I bumped into them at the 7 Concept Store on Chmielna street, with an extra 30% discount and my size available- fate.  

A black pair of sneakers always comes in handy and I loved the delicate detail of the leopard print - it gave this shoe that feminine touch whilst keeping it simple & classy.

Everyone loves uniqueness and thats what this particular Stan Smith has. 

Size wise I stuck to my 38. On my right foot it felt a little tight so maybe a 38,5 would have been wiser but my option were limited. They are a nice width and apart from the traditional "first time blister" they were super comfy. So yea no regrets here. Totally recommend but be sure to try them on before you buy unless you already own a pair of Stan's.

Rough Price: 64,99 pounds (roughly 370zł)

Shops that sell this particular model (to my knowledge):

www.7store.pl

www.footasylum.com

www.very.co.uk

This is the alternative colour way - white with the zebra print

Until, the next time,

MK :)