Tianlang trainers have long been the footwear of choice for Chinese farm, mine, construction and factory workers.
I’m digging their simple aesthetic: the only visible logo signifies work and labor, not brand identity. Made with tough canvas and a twice vulcanized outsole, they’ll definitely put the life span of your ergonomically designed limited-edition Nike’s to the [...]

The footwear obsessed folks over at Sneaker Freaker compiled Best of The Best 2007, a comprehensive analysis of the years coolest kicks. Although Adidas, Puma, New Balance and smaller more boutique brands like Visvim and Clae have had a solid year, Nike remains the most dominant player in the game.
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Torafu Architects‘ design for the Nike Air Force 1 shoe store in Harajuku, Tokyo, is stunning. The sneakers are displayed all facing the same direction in a double-glass showcase, creating a visual effect similar to a school of migratory fish swimming in an aquarium. The store’s second floor is available by reservation only for die-hard [...]

Lack of innovation, fruity color combos, and mass overexposure on the blog scene has created a stale and tired sneaker culture. As a result, our interests at the AP have shifted away from sneakers and gravitated towards strange loafers and obscure footwear brands that rework traditional classics with a fresh take on materials and identity. [...]

Most sneaker obsessive-compulsives - especially those enthralled by the “custom scene” - are familiar with Manu Angot and his brand, Art Force One. His unique approach to hand-painted sneakers has earned him a legion of followers from around the globe and has landed him exhibits at high-profile venues such as Collette in Paris.