I’m not sure how I feel about these shoes, but they are good for kicking around if nothing else. I think they’re stale for Yohji Yamamoto, especially with the colorway and upper style of this sort. There’s an unfinished seam along the tongue of the shoe that leaves it looking unfinished or rough somehow, and that’s yet another detail that probably could have and should have been refined in the design process. Nothing says “cheap” like a serged-seam something posing as finished.

That said, I can imagine getting these shoes and dragging them through the mud, really wearing them out. If the serged-tongue detail is curling and frayed, and the outer eyelet panel looks less stiff, I would like these more. These are shoes that you are welcome to destroy, because they’ll get better with age. These Yohji shoes are kept secure on the feet with a hidden elastic strap. [via hypebeast]

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Why are we reminded of grandma with this Sneakersnstuff collaboration with Chuck Taylor All Stars? There have been drab All Star collabs we could do without in the past, and this will not join them. A textural upper was created from cream wool and features a tassel at back, plus the striped midsole to bring it all together. All Star label is found at the inner ankle; SNS’s on the outer. Buying link on the click-through to Hypebeast. [via hypebeast]

Gray sneakers from Les Homme look particularly new and exciting with a thick knit collar wrapping around the top. The brogue-ish touches are sophisticated, but the knit detail makes a winter-perfect design even more casual for pairing with shawl-collar sweaters. The harmony continues with black laces, a self tongue, a self pull-tab, and a white outsole. Also available in a purple… buying link’s on the click-through. [via hypebeast]

These shoes need tons of close ups in high-res, because they are that good. Thick leather gets stamped with Converse’s classic round medallion, multi-colored laces pick up upper colors and accents, and full leather gets jazzed up with contrast stitching in white. This all-leather upper is rather refreshing and is one of our favorite pairs of Converse. [via slamxhype]

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Nike fans, get ready! The Athletic Pack from Nike is a cooled-down collection of footwear must-haves, due to drop come fall. Colorways include neon green, blue, and grey, but black with neon green and navy blue with red are available for those who don’t want to take the full leap. These shoes might be too low-key for some, but they are good for the rest who don’t want a lot of flash. [via hypebeast]

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An espadrille sneaker does not sound like the most alluring option for spring and summer, but Romika’s interpretation of the staple is quite good. These long and lean sneakers have the expected rope edging and natural-looking elements, including camel laces and canvas bodies. Piped in camel for a contrast effect and available in four fresh colorways. Green, navy, red, and cream. [via highsnobiety]

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Japan’s Boldstar grey/grey colorways are found in both chukka and low-cut options, and you can’t go wrong with this winter/fall pick. While these might not be as grime-proof as heavy-duty leather chukkas in brown or black, you’ll find (or make) plenty of scenarios in which to wear these somewhat futuristic shoes. Word has it that more colorways will be following. [via definitive touch]

The Air Pegasus 89 might not have been the most popular Nike shoe out there, but 20 years after its release, it is coming back in leather, nubuck, and mesh for collectors and classics junkies alike. White dotted about at the Swoosh and midsole makes for an interesting, understated combination for kicking around town, and you can’t argue with the practicality of dark footwear, either. [via high snobiety]

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Richard Chai’s PRO-Keds collection will be released around January, and after fashion week, Richard Chai’s work has been making the rounds with more detailed pics. Laceless low shoes complement a variety of high-top styles in zip and laceless looks with tons of outer seaming and white-trim soles. Fabrics from Chai’s collection lend the necessary touch. [via selectism]

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