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BEST 4D OF 2019?

The adidas 4D phenomenon started only a few years ago but it is quite a big deal right now as we finally can get our hands on some of these awesome futuristic technological releases. Just to clarify, the 4D sole made by the company Carbon for adidas is originally designed as a performance technology to work with the energy return in a different way than Boost. It is also a look into the future where we will be soon able to visit a store, get the foot scanned and in 30-ish minutes we will walk out of the store with a custom made sneakers fitting exactly to your feet and your needs. But let's wait for that a couple more Fridays down the road :)

Anyway as I said, from the beginning it was almost impossible to get the hands-on (or feet in) the adidas 4D sneakers. It was super limited and super expensive which changed over the past few months. They are still limited and really exclusive when you wear them anywhere but the price got a bit friendlier and you can still get some sizes of a few releases from 2019.

This particular one is, in my opinion, one of the best ones made to this day. It is the adidas Consortium 4D Runner v2, where the difference to v1 is quite significant. The v1 was built with the deconstructed approach making it super clean where the v2 is following the actual trends of tech sneakers giving the customer an opportunity to wear something more interesting and detail-focused. The material scheme on the shoe is insane as there are traditional bits as well as super modern and technological pieces making it really stand out as a wearable masterpiece.

If you would like to get your self a pair, I hope you can find your size on the Footshop website and remember that the fit runs a bit bigger this time so I advise go a half size smaller from your regular kicks.

P.S. Follow our Instagram account for an exclusive preview of a very rare colorway of this pair of sneakers in the following days :) 

YEEZY 700 V3 “Azael”

It's apparently always Yeezy season, so it should be no surprise that we're seeing another drop from the long term project of Kanye and adidas. This time, however, things are a bit more exciting than usual as we get to present a new silhouette to you. The shoe is simply called adidas YEEZY 700 V3 and comes in a colourway named 'Azael'. However, contrary to what the V3 bit could suggest, this model actually brings something substantially different to the table, it's not just a usual update of the 700 line. The new feature that stands out is the sole. This shoe no longer uses the Boost technology as it opts for the new foamy base that Kanye has been teasing for some time. This not only looks sleek, but also pushes the price down drastically which is good news for those interested. Regarding its functionality, only time will tell, but we're excited to see how it does in the long run. Another thing that contributes to the nice looks of the silhouette is the elegant 'Azael' colourway as it sports a combination of white, grey and black with a blueish outsole.

You may have realised from some of my articles that I'm not a fan of adidas dropping millions of colourways of the same Yeezy shoes again and again. Well, this one definitely got me interested. New technology, sleek looks and a friendly price point, that sounds like a strong mix to me. Have you missed the release? Check some other new stuff on the Footshop website.

VANS x RHUDE

One of the most anticipated collaborations of this year was definitely from the LA-based Vans and Rhude. The hype started on Rhuigi’s Instagram a year ago when what looked as a Vans Made in Italy collab turned out to be an inspiration for Rhude’s footwear. But shortly after, we saw the first glimpses of the collaboration itself and since then it's been a crazy ride.

If you follow Rhuigi’s work, you can see an incredible development and freshness he brought to street fashion in the past couple of years. As he really started from the bottom himself, he has been giving back to kids in his homeland in the Philippines, which is even more inspiring. Not a surprise he is currently featured in the US Forbes 30under30 list. What you can experience through his products is an amazing creative expression and focus on perfect technical execution.

From Rhuigi’s teasing of the collaboration between Rhude and Vans, we knew the silhouette would be BOND NI, an OG Vans shape which made its comeback last year mainly in Japan. It was, of course, made with an LA touch provided by a bandana print and while one silhouette in black and white was BOLD NI, the second one was DIAMO NI which is quite similar but has more beach and summer approach as the heel is foldable. Both coming in Rhude’s yellow box.

There were only 300 pairs made and sold through the Rhude website and a flea market pop-up if I remember correctly. The trick was that Rhude wanted to avoid bots, which, according to their claims, was successful. Well, the community thought otherwise. I experienced it myself as I originally tried through the mailing sign-up (never received a link) and then attempted to find them hidden somewhere on the webshop. Well, I've been in the game for some time, so I guess I've cried over enough Ls already to process this one… but even then, there were hints of something else cooking up.

And here we are now, a couple of months and one Puma x Rhude worldwide collab later, we finally get the Vans x Rhude one available in selected doors around the world. More than happy to say it is the BOLD NI silhouette in three simple colorways that represent the colors of Rhuigi’s fav cars - blue for the Mercedes 280 SL, red for the Ferrari 275, and black for the Porsche Carrera. With a print on the foxing all around the shoes, it pays homage to OG Vans production. There is also a checkerboard print on the sole and UltraCush footbed to make them more comfy. They have been releasing at selected doors from 26 October for almost one month. In Footshop, you can get the last sizes that remain online.

500 SKY-HI

We’ve seen more adaptations of the adidas Yeezy 500 but the high top version with the OG 500 sole is there for the first time. The upper is constructed very well with the mesh parts left out replacing them with the small nylon “pillows” on the sides. The effect of that is, that the feet feel really warm and cozy inside which makes this a perfect winter shoe for the city (I’d say that the outsole isn’t grippy enough for outdoor/snow use). The rest of the upper is well mixed from suede and leather parts making it an ideal shoe for this weather. I also really appreciate that after a long time there is a Yeezy sneaker with a white sole instead of a tonal one as it was with almost all the releases through the last few years. If you copped your pair already, share your thoughts on it with us and if not, run to the nearest Footshop brick and mortar store and maybe you’ll be lucky to catch one of the last sizes remaining :)

COLLECTOR SERIES TEE #1

You probably know that 95% of feet on this blog belong to our blog manager Johanna, who is also a passionate but selective sneaker collector. Her shoe rack became an inspiration for Footshop’s first “Collector Series” tee as it is (the collection) clean and well mixed and a lot of people can relate to this approach of collecting sneakers nowadays.

The “polaroid” picture on the tee reveals many secrets if you look closer and you can find all kinds of brands of kicks on it. It is also signed with Johanna’s handwriting quoting Footshop’s frequently used motto - With Love For Sneakers. The material is 100% cotton and it fits well true to size with a regular fit. It will be released on the 23rd of December and if you want to support Footshop as well as our crew from 1000sneakers, be proud when you’ll wear it in the future :) In the meantime, you can check other Footshop tees that were released recently and shop for the last minute Xmas gift for your close ones.

But not to be fast forward Johanna’s also wearing a pair of fresh kicks which in this case is the new rendering of Y-3 Kaiwa from the last collection which is in our opinion one of the best Y-3 sneakers ever designed. If you likey like we do, don’t hesitate and browse the latest Y-3 heat on this link.

P.S. As usual more pic to follow on our 1000sneakers Instagram account :)

RIDE ON WITH PUMA TO SOLE DXB

As I mentioned to a few people already, probably the best event of launching a sneaker for me happen earlier this year in Oslo with Puma and Helly Hansen. This time Puma invited me for another one but the quality level expectations were very high after the Nordic adventure.

Anyway, the whole happening took place in a completely different environment this time in the great city of Dubai. Going from 1° in Prague to 30° in UAE was a bit of shocker but a pleasant one. The caretaking of us was in another dimension with the super luxurious hotel and everything around the city where I had a real problem not to look towards the clouds constantly. Yes, I'm speaking of the tall buildings including the world's highest building named Burj Khalifa which was really breathtaking when one stands under it.

But let's get to the point. As our friends in Puma are working their magic lately and really getting back on to the horse with creating very relevant products and working with the most relevant brands and artists.

The showcase of this culture support was a part of one of the most prestigious streetwear/fashion/music festival called Sole DXB (or Sole Dubai as I was explained :). All the important brands were there showcasing the best of what they do, introducing some new hot stuff and entertaining people together with brand ambassadors of global ranks.

Puma outperformed itself and hosted us in a huge brand house with two (!) terraces, a store and a custom workshop in cooperation and celebration with China Town Market. The whole "booth" was placed near to the main stage so enjoying the live performances at the main stage was really special.

The main star of the show in terms of footwear was the new Rider - a retro-inspired silhouette with a modern twist, classic looks, and everyday comfort. I came prepared with the summer-themed colorway of the Puma Future Rider and was gifted a beautiful Style Rider at the spot. The main surprise came however when we were given an opportunity to work on our own customized shoe with the whole OG team from China Town Market and the footwear choice went to the Puma x China Town Market Rider which was created only for the Sole DXB occasion and was only given to 50 lucky people who attended the event. As the big trend of customization and personification was all over the place, we had to do it with the OG's in the personification game.

Except that we've experienced the city, live music concerts of a few interesting music bands (Wu-Tang Clan Forever! for the first time in my life) it was an amazing experience and I'm really glad that Puma believed in our skills in content creation and invited us for another great adventure.

And as usual, if you like the Puma Rider sneakers, head to Footshop to pick your favorite colorway and if you need more inspiration, please find more pics on our 1000sneakers Instagram account.

A TRIP TO BUCURESTI

From time to time Footshop opens a new store in some countries where we feel it makes sense and it would bring us closer to our friends and customers. Opening a store is always a big deal in terms of manpower and everything else around it so it's good that we have a very capable team of people who know exactly what they're doing. Also one of the smaller but still important parts is to join forces with a local artist to create a common project to celebrate the occasion.

This time we teamed up with a local Romanian superstar and sneaker artist called Graure. His portfolio took our interest and after an initial connection, I knew it's going to work out pretty good. The whole creative process was straight forward and we wanted to mirror the new store and its elements on a pair of sneakers.

The choice for the base shoe was clear as we wanted to select something heritage looking yet fresh and future proof at the same time. The adidas Supercourt seemed like the right pair to go with. The next step was creating a simple design that will translate the elements resembling both cities of Prague where Footshop was born and Bucharest where it's beginning a new journey.

You can find many small details painted all over the pair flawlessly executed by Graure accompanied by hardware bits finishing off the looks. If you want to know the exact meaning of every element, you can discover it in the last picture above to get a better idea.

The shoes were sold exclusively in-store in Footshop Bucharest and the price was the retail price of the base shoe with the idea of giving our friends and customers an opportunity to get Graures work at a very fair price as a welcome gift from us. There is only 6+1 pairs in existence btw. :) Anyway, this project was fun to work at and I believe we will do something similar very soon again!

NOT YOUR REGULAR ENERGY BAR

In 1000sneakers, we are quite partial to the Torsion system from adidas. Whether in Ultra Boosts or lines such as ZX and EQT, this technology has featured in many fantastic sneakers since it was first introduced in the 80s. After its launch, it was immediately recognizable for two reasons – the unprecedented support it provided and the unique, two-piece-like midsole it was connected with. The latest addition to the family of sneakers sporting this system is the adidas ZX Torsion.

The newest ZX sneaker features many design elements typical for the ZX line. The lacing system, the mix of mesh and suede or the Three Stripe midfoot graphic are all very familiar features. However, the sneaker adds some newer improvements such as the already legendary Boost technology to the retro-looking mixture. Having introduced the silhouette a bit, let’s look at the particular models we’re on about today.

The pairs we are looking at are the two best instalments the silhouette has offered up to date – the Footpatrol and Packer Shoes collabs. Both of the versions combine elegant base colours with vibrant details. While the people from Footpatrol opted for white, grey and neon yellow, the Packer Shoes piece comes dressed in black, grey and violet. Although I slightly prefer the ‘Mega Violet’ from PS, they both display some incredible details such as unique colourful midsoles or the rainbow-like Torsion bar on the sole of the FP version. To be fair, you really cannot go wrong with either of these.

If you agree (which you should), you can look for them at Footshop. There are still some pairs available.

NO CHANCE FOR THE BAD WEATHER

_en We've reviewed quite a few sneakers suitable for this cold and wet weather over time, but the Vans x Gore-Tex collection is special nevertheless as it includes various iconic silhouettes.

Apart from the classic stuff, there is some newness included in the pack – two pairs of Vans Ultrarange sneakers. One comes in a decent black and white colorway with red and yellow details, the other (and arguably more outstanding one) sports the combination of indigo blue and white with yellow panels. For the ‘classic’ lovers, there are also Old Skools in indigo/red and a Sk8-Hi with a super nice forest green side panel that really distinguishes the sneaker. On every pair, you can also find a Gore-Tex signature texture which makes the branding clearly visible from the outside and indicates its abilities.

However, the best thing for me are the small design changes on all the silhouettes which make them look more rugged and outdoor-friendly. If you look closer, there are elements on both toes and heels of all the shoes that make them more durable and damage resistant, so that they can protect your feet in any terrain. The only thing missing for me personally is the reversed waffle sole which is traditionally used for Vans MTE shoes (Old Skool and Sk8-Hi). On the Ultrarange models however, this is not a problem. This way it remains a perfect fall/winter city shoe suitable for almost any weather conditions.

If you’re still looking for something with real water resistance and like these, don't hesitate because you probably won’t be able to get proper Gore-Tex sneakers anywhere near this price point. The full collection is still available at Footshop.

_cz Už jsme psali o řadě tenisek vhodných pro tohle mokré a studené počasí, ale kolekce Vans x Gore-Tex je i tak speciální, jelikož obsahuje několik ikonických siluet.

Kromě klasických věcí obsahuje tato řada také něco nového – dva páry Vans Ultrarange. Jeden přichází v nenápadném černobílém provedení s červenými a žlutými detaily. Ten druhý, výraznější, používá kombinaci indigo modré a bílé se žlutými panely. Pro milovníky klasiky jsou tu pak Old Skools v kombinaci indigo modré a červené nebo krásná verze Sk8-Hi se zeleným panelem, díky kterému naprosto vyniká. Na každém páru také najdete ikonický Gore-Tex materiál, který jednak dává najevo, kdo se na výrobě těchto tenisek podílel, ale také odhaluje jejich schopnosti.

Pro mě osobně jsou nejlepším detailem ty malé designové změny na všech siluetách, které jim dodávají drsný outdoor-friendly vzhled. Pokud se podíváte blíže, na špičkách i na patách najdete elementy, díky kterým jsou boty mnohem odolnější. Nebude pro ně tedy problém chránit vaše nohy v jakémkoliv terénu. Jediná věc, která mi osobně chybí, je obrácená waffle podrážka, která tradičně bývá na Vand MTE botách (Old Skool a Sk8-Hi). Na modelech Ultrarange toto ale není problém. To všechno z nich dělá ideální boty do podzimního/zimního města, které vydrží téměř jakékoliv počasí a podmínky.

Pokud stále hledáte něco skutečně voděodolného a tyhle vám padly do oka, moc neváhejte, protože nejspíš neseženete pořádné Gore-Tex boty za podobně nízkou cenu. Celá kolekce je ještě dostupná ve Footshopu.

IT’S ALL ABOUT CRAFT

This time it is all about craft. It was about the same thing last time already but this time with the super-premium materials used I feel it deserves to be highlighted a bit more.

Obviously, I’m talking about the second edition of the Footshop x KangaROOS Ultimate 3 which was originally planned to release as a Family and Friends version a year ago. After some misunderstandings and discussions, we agreed with the KangaROOS team to release it a year later for all our supporting and loving fans.

The day of the release is tomorrow (16. 11. 2019) and if you want to join the celebration, we will be in Prague in Footshop celebrating the 5th anniversary of our first brick and mortar store with this special release of our second global collab which we are really proud of.

If you’re keen to know a bit more about the background of this release, you can find all the info and more pictures on my personal Instagram account :)

Thank you for your support and good luck in the raffle or campout for the shoe!   

WE DID IT BETTER WITH ASICS AND WSS

Last week, we were honoured to sit down and discuss the 90s’ influence on sneaker trends and many more related topics with industry veterans and newcomers. We were invited to visit the impressive city of Warsaw, where this event happened inside the coolest sneaker store around, the Warsaw Sneaker Store or WS2.

The atmosphere of the event was super nice, accompanied by some thematic Japanese food and goodies. Everybody got the classic cheap noodle soup on the table but inside it, there was a super nice personalized card with Tamagotchi instantly throwing us back to the ‘90s. And speaking of the era, that was the main topic to discuss – how hunting for sneakers worked back in the day. Sergio, the co-founder of Sneakerness and Kish Kash, a great collector from the UK, had a lot to say about it and it was interesting to hear the insights into what it used to be like and how it evolved over time. The whole discussion was also led by the local guys from WS2, Bartek together with Adam were setting the overall direction as well as contributing to the debate. We also got some background information from the Asics guys regarding the near future, but that seems to be top secret for the moment :) There were, of course, many people speaking their mind and it was really cool to experience a community event of this kind. The whole round table was accompanied by an awesome Asics Gel-Lyte 3 private collection from a passionate collector. It’s very rare to see so many legendary collabs and other special releases under one roof.

After the official program, we enjoyed the regular networking and discussions in smaller groups. The whole event was concluded by getting drunk with the locals and visiting friends in the stylish Newonce bar. It was great to meet Janik (@jaadiee) with his hypebeast Gramps as well as the other attendees. The shoe game was obviously strong and we even spotted some vintage (shout out to Heiko) and true OG styles (s/o Bartek) in the crowd. The new wave of Asics sneakers was also well represented and I still envy the guys with the Awake collab on their feet :) Check out more on-feet shots on our Instagram account!

So, in the end, I would like to thank both the WS2 / Chmielna20 and Asics teams for the invitation and awesome experience. I wish there were more cool community events like this one!

P.S. Check out the atmosphere of the event in a short video recap.

THROWBACK TO WOODSTOCK

One of the biggest international networks for sneaker enthusiasts (an online magazine and offline stores in the US) did it again. We are talking about the second round of the tie-died goodness created by Nice Kicks. The first time they killed it with a newly introduced sneaker called adidas NMD. It was sold out instantly and the secondary market value is still growing. This time they went for the brand’s favorite Boost sneaker - the UltraBOOST. It might look ordinary at first sight, I mean if you “ignore” the all-over crazy tie-die colorful print, however, there are a few details not to be missed. For example, the transparent mudguard and lace cage or nice tongue labels with a Nice Kicks pictogram and Woodstock symbol. The fit and comfort are spot-on as expected, and I think this should be an addition to every Boost lover’s collection. Get your pair in the Footshop raffle if you couldn’t catch them at adidas’ own store a month ago.

PHARRELL AND NIGO'S HUMAN MADE "LOVE" PACK BY ADIDAS

_en Difficult to count how many colourways of Pharrell x adidas sneakers have released in the past years but the upcoming drop is definitely refreshing. Again, Pharrell teamed up with his good friend NIGO and NIGO's brand Human Made to collaborate on something with three stripes together. Unlike their first release dedicated only to the brand’s first store opening in Tokyo earlier in May, this one shall be distributed worldwide.

We all know the story of the two successful musicians, producers and designers. They partnered to establish Billionaire Boys Club back in 2005 as they’d met through their jeweller earlier. Human Made is the latest project of the Tokyo-based streetwear pioneer NIGO who also happens to be UNIQLO’s UT creative director and (besides his rich career in music) the co-founder of BAPE.

The collaboration is fairly simple and clean. It consists of one colourway on three silhouettes – NMD Hu, Solar Glide Hu and Tennis Hu. As the in-store only release in May, the key feature is the iconic Human Made heart logo (this time in red) which is embroidered on the toe cap. It sits on an all-white upper and matches the red laces (except the Solar Glide model, which features white laces). A nice little detail is provided by the red three stripes next to the heart. But don’t be mistaken, it has nothing to do with adidas even though such meaning would be perfectly appropriate. The three stripes next to the heart express its movement and are used on most Human Made heart artworks.

The collection is priced in the usual manner, so the NMD goes for 220 EUR, Solar Glide for 160 EUR and Tennis Hu has a price tag of 130 EUR. If I had to choose, I would definitely grab the NMDs. 

INTO THE WILD WITH REEBOK

_en A few years ago, I saw the first outdoor shoes being showcased on feet of fashion enthusiasts during fashion weeks all around the world. I honestly hoped for the trend not to last too long because it looked really bizarre to me. It’s been a few years since and I have at least 5 pairs of trail shoes in my shoe rack now. What’s more, I search for some new pairs to get on a daily basis :D . Well, that happens sometimes. Anyway, regarding this trend, the scene reacted with many variations and different approaches from which one of the nicest is definitely the Reebok Trail Pack. Inspired by the outdoors with earthy tones yet flashy details, these will always stand out no matter what as they bring us back to the 90s hiking era. Many silhouettes to choose from in this pack, but we picked the newest Reebok Aztrek 96 and Aztrek Double, these caught our attention the most. At first sight, you might wonder whether the kicks are weird or not but once you see them in their natural environment, you’ll feel their purpose and beauty instantly. Therefore, we are bringing these pictures so that you can at least imagine what it’s all about.

Check out the full range on Footshop's store and don't forget there is more Classic Leather and different colorways to choose from in there. Also, if you'd like to see more, have a look out our 1000sneakers Instagram account. _cz Když jsem před pár lety poprvé viděl, jak lidé, kteří módou žijí, nosí na fashion week akcích po celém světě outdoorové boty, upřímně jsem doufal, že tenhle trend moc dlouho nevydrží, protože mi přišel opravdu divný. Od této chvíle už uplynulo pár let a já mám teď v botníku minimálně 5 outdoorových párů. Navíc každý den hledám nějaké, které bych do botníku přidal. No, to se prostě někdy stává.

Každopádně, co se tohohle trendu týče, scéna na něj reagovala všemi možnými způsoby. Vznikla celá řada variací, přičemž jedna z nejhezčích je rozhodně Reebok Trail Pack. Tato kolekce je inspirovaná 90s érou turistiky a obsahuje celou řadu siluet. My jsme si vybrali nejnovější Reebok Aztrek 96 a Aztrek Double, jelikož nejvíc upoutaly naši pozornost. Na první pohled byste si mohli říkat, že jsou ty boty docela zvláštní, ale až je uvidíte v jejich přirozeném prostředí, okamžitě pochopíte jejich účel a kouzlo. Proto vám přinášíme tyhle fotky, abyste si mohli alespoň představit, jak se věci mají.

Podívejte se na celou kolekci na stránkách Footshopu – je tam k dispozici mnohem více, než vidíte na fotkách, například silueta Classic Leather nebo další colorways nafocených modelů. Pokud také chcete vidět víc, podívejte se na náš 1000sneakers Instagram účet.

JACK IS BACK WITH A PAIR OF VANS

Yes, I’m talking about the tall skinny fella called Jack Skellington who was one of the main characters in Tim Burton’s already legendary holiday tale (if we may call it that) named The Nightmare Before Christmas. It is one of my favorite wintertime movies and now there are sneakers inspired by it. A lot of sneakers! 

Vans made its move with a pop-cult story once again and this time it is particularly strong as the inspiration draws from Tim Burton’s fantasy world full of details, textures, characters, fabrics and much more. The classic dark-themed tale was displayed on many Vans silhouettes including the Slip-on, Era, Old Skool and Skate-Hi. Some of the models are very literal, other pieces just take clues from different scenes of the movie which almost makes them wearable characters from our favorite film.

The collection is playful and colorful enough so there is no need to write more about it. If you’re in love with Burton’s work, this one is a must for you and I guarantee you’ll have a hard time picking the best one (or you’ll pick three of them as I did :D). Get yours at Footshop now!

P.S. Don’t forget to check out more of the exclusive content on our 1000sneakers Instagram profile.

HOSPITAL VIBES

Last weekend, there was yet another release of the infamous Yeezy Boost 700 dubbed ‘Hospital Blue.’ The color seems blue-ish in ideal light conditions but to be honest, in real life it can also resemble hues of grey. The model also includes silver accents, which make it a perfect fashion enthusiasts’ sneaker to play around with and combine with expressive outfits. Here is the on-feet look if you still haven’t decided whether to cop or drop, but bear in mind that there are only very few pieces remaining on the Footshop website after a small restock today and they’re likely to be gone in no time.

OUT IN THE NORDIC SEA

Luckily enough, I was invited to the global launch of the new collection co-created by Puma and a very traditional Norwegian brand with a rich history called Helly Hansen. You’ve most likely heard of both of these brands but maybe you are questioning why this collaboration was even born. I’ll explain in a little bit as we were provided with a demonstration of this collection's true meaning in the cold and wet weather in Norway.

The event happened in the central area of the beautiful Oslo where we went on an expedition. The first part took place on awesome speed boats cruising and exploring the local fjords and islands. We were dressed up in specialized suits with a warm and cozy under-layer from the Puma x Helly Hansen collection. The speed and jumping through the waves were really breathtaking and we even managed to see some seals chilling on the rocks in the sea. After the adrenaline-filled ride, we switched to a bigger boat and sailed further to the North Sea. We experienced the routine of the cabin crew and took some awesome pictures of the collection in its real, natural use. Before the end of this expedition, we stopped by at one of the beautiful islands where we had the time to explore the awesome surroundings and take more fitting pics from the environment.

The collection itself was designed to shelter you from the rough weather not only in Norway but anywhere cold and wet. However, seeing and feeling it in its natural habitat was the real joy. The sneakers I was trying on for the adventure were the Helly Hansen x Puma Trailfox and I must say I was really fond of them. The upper is constructed from durable materials looking good while you are operating the boat but also in the streets during casual work or a day in the office. The outsole is grippy enough to keep you safe from slipping on the wet boat floor as well as on the slippery concrete in the city. So a perfect match.

If you want to see more pictures of the collection's full look, please head to Footshop blog where we shared a lookbook with Renne Dang who was kind enough to model for me in the wilderness and on the sea :) The collection is already available in Footshop, so don’t wait till it’s gone and get your favorite piece.