Our fashion buyers constantly travel the world to bring you the latest and greatest from the world’s most coveted luxury and high-end fashion designers, and with the FW23 already landing on our virtual racks and shelves, we want to invite you for a little journey.
Where are we going you ask?
Italy!
Talking about one of the world's most fashionable countries, what would you say Italy is most highly regarded for?
Is it their trendsetting, boundaries-pushing innovation in design? Or their mastery in creating impeccable, sharp tailoring? Would say it’s their long-standing tradition of craftsmanship and artisanal skills? Or the first thing that popped up in your mind was their sophisticated and trends-transcending elegance? Or perhaps luxury and globally recognized prestige? Or… a mix of everything?
In general, as you have probably realized by now, one of the things we are fascinated by is the delicious harmony of earthy hues. In particular, by the refined contrast of colors and textures the new season brings us. That’s why today’s journey is “down to earth”, fly in style, grounded in comfort, devoted to seven FW23 sneakers we thought you would love to have a closer look at.
Let’s start in Milan, one of world’s leading fashion capitals, home to many prestigious fashion houses, luxury brands, and influential designers.
VERSACE ALLOVER GRECA SNEAKERS
Rendered in jacquard canvas with allover logo print, these brown low-tops feature vulcanized rubber sole with Greca pattern, logo and Medusa head, logo patch on tongue, and gold-tone logo on the matching calf leather heel counters.
DOLCE & GABBANA NEW ROMA SNEAKERS
These super versatile calfskin nappa babies, inspired by basketball, are a fruit of fusion between the fashion house’s iconic Roma and Miami sneakers.
Paneled design, contrasting sand beige detailing, brown DG logo on the tongue, and branded heel counters, insole and rubber sole.
Sneakers: Dolce & Gabbana New Roma, Bags: Givenchy, Off-White
Off to Florence… a major hub of fashion and style, particularly in the realm of luxury and high-quality craftsmanship. A city known for its rich history in fashion, art and design, with a long-standing tradition of producing fine textiles, leather goods, and accessories. And, home to several major fashion houses, including Gucci.
GUCCI GG SNEAKERS
Inspired by tennis, these sneakers come with Original GG canvas upper in beige and ebony, white grosgrain trim, logo patch on the tongue and insole, and chunky rubber sole with signature interlocking G grip.
Sneakers: Gucci GG, Bags: A.P.C.
Next stop: Corciano!
While this city may not have the same global recognition as the previous two, Corciano’s heritage in textile production and craftsmanship have contributed to the broader Italian fashion industry. Its traditional handwoven textiles and unique artisanal fabrics are often used by renowned Italian fashion houses and designers who appreciate both the artistry and the quality.
BRUNELLO CUCINELLI BASKET SNEAKERS
New sporty style in the Italian luxury fashion brand’s sneaker collection, these textured, paneled stunners fuse smooth and grained calfskin with washed suede in an eye-catching harmony of beige, cream, towny brown and grey.
The rest of features include heraldic Solomeo logo on the pull tabs, and two-tone rubber outsole with logo and chevron patterned bottom.
Sneakers: Brunello Cucinelli Basket, Bags: Bally, Versace
Before we head back to the US, let’s spend a moment in Citanova Marche.
If this is your first time here, this city holds a significant reputation in the fashion industry for its excellence in footwear production. Citanova is one of Italy's main footwear manufacturing districts, with many coveted Italian shoe brands, including Enterprise Japan, having their manufacturing facilities or headquarters here.
ENTERPRISE JAPAN EJ ROCKET LOW-TOP SNEAKERS
When it comes Stefa Ebbasta and Domenico Formichetti’s Enterprise Japan, the first thing that always stands out is their attention to detail.
The new EJ Rocket sneakers combine calf and suede panels in a cocktail of milk, latte, white, black and grey with yellow and light savanna accents.
The urban-inspired sneakers come with the instantly recognizable EJ Rocket logo (talking about the attention to detail, this embroidered feature alone requires 3 different layers of leather and almost 3k machine stitches!), yellow embroidery, lightweight thermoplastic outsole with embossed signature graphics and EJ Rocket on the sole.
Sneakers: Enterprise Japan EJ Rocket, Bags: Human Made, Burberry
After almost 13h fight, we are about to land in LA, the entertainment capital of the world, known for its creative energy, vibrant and diverse fashion scene, and fashion influence extending way beyond its borders, making it a significant player in the global fashion industry.
AMIRI BONE RUNNER
Inspired by athletic legends of the 80s and 90s, this slip-on style sneakers with mesh panels and chunky rubber sole, are the fashion house’s icon.
The stonegrey brushed suede skeleton appliqués are hand cut, and hand sewn!
Debossed logo to the rear, stamped logo on the tongue, and pull tabs at the heel and tongue complete the penultimate pair of sneakers from our “down to earth” journey, but more than second to last, they are second to none.
Sneakers: Amiri Bone Runner, Bags: Maison Margiela, Valentino
Last stop: New York, New York, New York!
Last but most definitely not least: the City of Dreams, one of the fashion epicenters, that played a pivotal role in the rise and shaping of sneaker culture, from its influence on streetwear and hip-hop to its prominence in sneaker events.
Who are we going to pay a visit to?
Thom Browne!
THOM BROWNE TECH RUNNER SNEAKERS
A combination of nylon and suede, atop the signature clear sole that is a statement by itself, and a guaranteed conversation starter (you’ve been warned).
Detailing? We wouldn’t know where to start! Suede panels with scalloped edges, multicolor metal eyelets, signature striped grosgrain at tongue and pull tab, treaded natural rubber outsole, outer logo label, insole logo patch.
Sneakers: Thom Browne Tech Runner, Bags: Balenciaga, JW Anderson
Sorry for the jet lag, we hope you enjoyed our little big sneaker escape. If you feel like you need more kicks to review up close, browse our sneaker selection.
Where do you think we should travel next?
Until then, have the best time ever.
Love,
Lozuri
