From complex and technical, shoemakers nowadays race to make the lightest and most comfortable shoes suitable to pair up with any type of dress.
For those wishing to be in-trend for the upcoming holiday parties ahead, here are some of the latest sole mates that could give your style some kick.
The Philippine fashion set is reverting to streamlined aesthetics and functional styles like Arkk Copenhagen, a streetwear brand launched in the Philippines just last September at partner lifestyle store The Nines.
A Nordic sneaker brand established by two Danish co-founders with a passion for streetwear style, Arkk offers an extensive portfolio of luxe, “athleisure” sneakers, including sock-shaped footwear, a big trend this season.
The brand was founded in October 2014 by two childhood friends Kasper Høj Rasmussen and Thomas Refdahl. They previewed their first collection at July 2015 at SEEK Berlin to rave response. At launch in September 2015, they successfully sold out within the first two weeks. Today, the brand can be found at exclusive retailers in 37 countries across the world.
Rasmussen and Refdahl have a combined experience of over 20 years in fashion, business and marketing, though it was their shared interest in creating a product that sealed the deal on the partnership.
Rasmussen and Refdahl have a combined experience of over 20 years in fashion, business and marketing, though it was their shared interest in creating a product that sealed the deal on the partnership.
One hundred percent of the sneakers are designed in Copenhagen, Denmark. They stand out with custom detailing and custom-made outsoles (S-E15, H-X1). The brand will always pay homage to minimalistic Nordic design and architecture. A large source of inspiration also comes from visiting new places through traveling.
According to the founders, the brand’s name leads the thoughts towards a ship, indicating that we always must go forward no matter what.
When traveling, it could be a hassle to bring separate shoes for the gym and for daytime or nighttime activities.
Thus, footwear label Skechers thought: "Why not bring only one shoe for walking, working out and #OoTDs (outfits of the day)?"
As answer to this, the brand introduces Cleo, its first ever ballet flats that like its other shoe categories, still has the signature memory foam that makes it ideal as everyday office go-to shoes.
Likewise, You is a versatile, minimalist collection that is a crossover between performance and lifestyle shoes. The fresh collection is made for the young woman who wants to go from the office to the yoga studio to dinner in comfort and style.
The new collection takes the latest technologies and innovations from the brand’s Performance division and leverages them to meet the lifestyle needs of the self-aware woman searching for more balance in her life.
The lightweight shoes feature a responsive, cushioned insole to make every step comfortable, soft woven mesh and sock-like knit fabric for breathability and freedom of movement, and a multi-directional traction sole.
Available in a predominantly neutral palette, the new sneaker is versatile and can be easily paired whether with active wear, a casual work outfit, or styled up for lunch with friends.
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