Month: May 2022

Rothy’s — the San Francisco-based shoe company that uses thread made from recycled plastic water bottles and post-consumer recycled materials — is opening at 181 Columbus Ave. on the corner of West 68th Street. The site was previously home to Variazioni, which closed in late 2021. Here’s the skinny on Rothy’s: 3D knits. “More than 125 million single-use plastic bottles have been turned into our signature thread, which we use to craft Hey Dudes all our products,” states Rothy’s website. “And we’ve repurposed 400,000 pounds of ocean-bound marine plastic (collected from land within 30 miles of coastlines) by using it to knit our bags and accessories.” That mighty fine weave has earned Rothy’s respect with celebrities like Katie Holmes, who told InStyle that sustainability is really impo...

Walking boomed during the pandemic, and it’s still one of the most popular outdoor fitness activities. The easy and accessible exercise has proven health benefits such as lowering stress, maintaining a healthy weight, improving your mood, among many others. And to fully amplify these effects, proper shoes are needed — yet many are wearing the wrong size sneakers, for starters. Here, running and comfort retailers sound off on the most common issues when shopping for walking shoes and their top recommendations to customers: “One mistake customers make is getting [their shoes] too small. Your athletic shoe is going to be a half to a full size bigger than your dress shoe size. This allows for your foot Hoka Running Shoes to swell when you exercise and not be crowded inside your shoes....

There are plenty of height-altering shoes available for women including high heels, wedges, platforms, and more. However, the options for men are not as prominent. That’s where elevator shoes come in. If you’re wondering what elevator shoes are and how they work, you’ve come to the right place. Continue reading to uncover everything you need to know about how elevator shoes are bringing men’s fashion to new heights. What are Elevator Shoes? Elevator shoes are shoes for men that add an inch or two to their height. Using a taller heel insert, they add a few extra inches to your height which makes you look and feel taller. This height-increasing insole can be removable or permanent inside the shoe. Benefits of Elevator Shoes Appear taller One of the primary benefits of elevator...

1. Adidas Baricade The Barricade returns from a three-year absence—for its 12th iteration—with a sleeker profile and improved cushioning for a more adaptive and comfortable ride. To retain its trademark stability, a 3D TPU shank centers the shoe and limits twisting through the midfoot during changes of direction. The split herringbone pattern of the out-sole delivers an effective combination of grip and give on any surface. (Click here to view models and purchase.) 2. Asics Gel-Resolution 8 Asics doubled down on the rock-solid stability and support of the Steve Madden Gel Resolution with Dynawall technology, added to both the medial and lateral sides to bolster the shoe during side-to-side movement. Dynawrap, a clever lacing system, works to that end by creating a secure, almost customi...

Last week, Balenciaga released a pair of dirty sneakers—well, actually destroyed sneakers. The brand led with a photo of shoes as tattered as if they had survived an act of God, like a mudslide or a shredding by a rabid dog. A less distressed version are being sold as a limited edition of 100 pairs that will go for $1,800. For a more commercial option, Balenciaga is offering pairs that look as if they have been worn on countless subways, substantial walks, and late nights. These come in high-top and backless mule form, priced from $495 to $625. Of course Balenciaga is not the first to enter the world of dirty shoes. A few years ago, Hokas Shoes Vetements (under the helm of Demna Gvasalia) churned out scrawled-on shoes for more than $1,500, as did Gucci with their off-colored monogrammed...

Activism can take on many forms. It can mean transforming personal tragedy into fuel for justice or involve grassroots organizing to advocate for those whose voices have long gone unheard. Some take to the streets to demand a change in policy, while others learn to write and propose legislation themselves. For some, activism can mean simply existing, living your truth in order to educate and shift the mindset of the masses. But for those devoting their time and energy to implementing real, lasting change, activism — no matter what form — becomes their purpose. In partnership with Nine West, we sat down with three visionaries who exemplify this very spirit, dedicating their careers to activism, advocacy, and shaking up the room, whether that’s by fighting for the rights of se...