Three words: Maison Martin Margiela.
Kanye finds a way to re-imagine the ultra luxurious kicks in a new fashion; He combines the decadent with the modern. The offspring is the classically loved shoe with a twist, The 2014 Maison Martin Margiela.
1. Maison Martin Margiela – retail information on MaisonMartinMargiela.com
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The timely collaboration has all the bells and whistles including, 100% authentic pony fur, a fold-over Velcro strap (for our kids of nostalgia) , and a textured rubber sole in camel.
Perhaps you’re more into “black on black,” and you like to exercise smart restraint. Not to worry, the creators of Public School (and CFDA Award winning) Dao- Yi Chow and Maxwell Osborne, have a creation to better suit your palette. The duo takes their penchant for premium leather and conceives the Leather Nubuck Creeper; A conservative and awe- inspiring sneaker, composed of all leather and EVA soles.
2. Leather Nubuck Creepers – Public School 438,000W – Boon The Shop, Gangnam-Gu, Seoul
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If modernity is your thing, the bold designs from Kid Cudi x Giuseppe Zanotti might pique your interest, however. The High Top 2015 Hybrid Sneaker is donned with red-quilted Nappa leather (and is arguably the most futuristic design we’ve ever seen).
3. Kid Cudi x Giuseppe Zanotti – Release Date TBA
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The moral of the story is simple. The right sneaker can either make or break your cachet. So, in honour of those who keenly observe the sneaker head essentials, we took a moment to salute (and fawn over) the season’s most revered kicks.
4. Nike Kobe 9 Mid EXT – 225,000W – Nike.Com
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5. Thorocraft Bandana Black Hampton Shoe – 210,000W – Boon The Shop, Gangnam-Gu, Seoul.
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6. Tan/Brown Woven Sneaker – Boon The Shop 130,000W, Gangnam-Gu, Seoul.
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7. Weathered Black and Grey Suede Boot – Diesel 278,795W – revolve.co.kr
Photo Credit: Resolve.co.kr
8. Nike Maison Lebron/Blue Hero – Nike 295,000W
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