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The chunky sneaker trend is showing no sign of letting up and this Premiata model proves why. Its silhouette is more classic compared to the usual chunky styles, yet still chunky enough to make a clear statement. Just like the rest of the shoe, where several trends clash. With its silver glitter, silver laces, yellow highlights and lettering, the DRAKE model goes by the ‘go big, or go home’ ethos. Still managing to look cool in the process is no easy feat, but the high-end Italian label is taking it all in its stride.

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Pardon the cliché, but Chris de Burgh’s song ‘Lady in Red’ is the first thing that springs to mind after seeing these elegant slip-on ballerinas from Unützer’s SS20 collection. The rich cherry red on smooth embossed leather with faux croc look and decorative bow on the pointed toe will even convince the ballerina sceptics among you — and we know because we had our team here in the office test them out! Pair the BALLERINA with a pair of cropped jeans, Parisienne-style, and you’ll be ready to pirouette your way into the new season.

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These boots are made for walking. German jeans brand Blaumann has made it its mission to not only make authentic denims, but also the matching footwear. Or to be precise, a men’s boot, made at Germany’s oldest shoe factory with a doublestitch welt. And the results are certainly worth the work: simplicity in its purest form that not only stands out with its timeless design, but also

its first-rate production. The uppers, inner lining and laces are leather, and the selvedge pull tab at the back is made of Japanese denim. The perfect canvas on which to put your own stamp over time.

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The NESSGZ BOOT by Gestuz are definitely what we would call en vogue. After all, they represent one of the biggest trend comebacks in the world of fashion footwear: cowboy boots. A fashion statement you’ll either love or hate! Yet, hardly any other item of footwear embodies such an authentic denim feeling as these boots. And if you opt for a pair in white, like these ones, you can be sure you’ll be leading the way in the fashion stakes. The outer and inner materials are 100 percent leather. The 7 cm heel adds an 80s vibe and thanks to the subtle decorative stitching, you’ll definitely look more classy than kitschy.

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Ankle boots are our undisputed allrounders! They look the part with skinny, mom or boyfriend jeans, cropped or wide leg cuts; with dresses, skirts and shorts. Basically, everything! Like AMELIA by German shoe label Aeyde, which boasts goatskin on the inside and a leather outer sole with rubber inlay. With their practical 7.5 cm block heel, eye-catching signature square toe and top seam detail that creates the ‘Multi Python’ look on the 100 percent calf leather, this boot, with its rock’n’roll attitude, has well and truly earned its place on our Most Wanted list.

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Need a new sneaker tip? How about Karhu from Finland! The Karhu FUSION 2.0 is being released at the beginning of November and is a remake of the running shoe from 1996, for which the brand even brought the original designer back on board. Needless to say, not much had to be changed. Details like the label on the tongue and the rubberised collar print remain the same. Only the sole unit and upper measurements have been revised to make the 90s sneaker more appealing for 2020. Our Most Wanted in midnight blue and turquoise with lemon highlights is the ideal finishing touch to either wintry or summery looks.

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There’s only one way to beat the dreariness of autumn and that’s colour! But who says it always has to be eye-poppingly bright? With the launch of its lilac-coloured ASICS x GORE-TEX GEL-KAYANO 5 360 sneaker on 26 October, Asics is showing us how it’s done. And to make sure everyone knows who is upping their performance game, Gore-Tex branding adorns the entire inner side of the

upper. But Asics wouldn’t be Asics if the 90sinspired shoe didn’t also boast comfort and style aplenty. The slightly elasticated midsole ensures the ultimate cushioning with every step — and thanks to their contemporary design, you can be sure that you’re stepping out in style.

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The whole ‘function meets fashion’ combo never gets old. And the best proof of this are the ongoing developments in the footwear sector, where hybrids have been causing a stir for quite some time now. Take these sneakerhiking boots, which experiment with shape and colour without forgoing the practical aspect. At first glance, the DAIQUIRI OFF WHITE by Roa is a symbiosis of sock-sneaker and trekking shoe. Which doesn’t really come as much of a surprise as Roa is a brand for mountain enthusiasts — and the Italian label’s shoes are indeed perfect for trekking and biking. And if tackling rough terrain isn’t really your thing, they also look good in more urban environments.

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