October 12, 2023 |
If the shoe fits, wear it – right? Dior, Fendi and Magliano certainly think so. Dropping three cracking pairs of kicks, perfect for strutting your stuff straight into autumn, these luxury labels are covering all the bases. A work-focused strappy pump or court-inspired crepe tickle your fancy? Look no further – here are 10’s top picks for recent sneaker drops.
MAGLIANO X U-POWER SCANDY
Celebrating the wonderful world of workwear, Magliano’s U-Power collab, first revealed as part of its autumn/winter 2023 collection, is a shoe for the people. Under the direction of founder and LVMH Prize finalist Luca Magliano, the Bologna-based brand – known for injecting menswear staples with an offbeat buoyancy – has reimagined the safety shoemaker’s classic ‘Scandy’ silhouette. Featuring two cross-straps, a Mary-Jane-esc silhouette and cut-outs in the side, they’re the epitome of when fashion meets function, arriving in three techno-centric colourways: the Rave Megamix, multi-coloured in lilac-silver-green, the Beige Megamix, which plays with brown tones with a bright yellow inside, and the Black Megamix version, with contrasting neon green stitching. Italian craftsmanship promises maximum wear and “invite[s] lightness”, while an iron tip – typical in most kicks of its kind – offers durability. Touting the drop with a raunchy campaign shot by rising photographer Adrian González-Cohen, the forklift becomes a symbol of fun between “a cigarette break and a sexy moment”. Ready to embrace the Magliano mantra of “fucked up classics”? Cop a pair here.
FENDI FIRST 1
Fendi is fast-forwarding to the future with its brand new shoe, the First 1 sneaker. Characterised by an indented, three-dimensional sole that morphs the upside-down F of the Fendi First heel into something fit for everyday wear, comfort and style are equal parts considered, incorporating thin knitted fabrics and corrugated soles for a cushy underfoot feel. Built to elevate, not detract, four understated colour combinations are on offer – classic black, clean white, warm rose and dusty grey. Designed by head honcho Kim Jones as part of the women’s autumn/winter 2023 offering, the luxury Italian house uses the new drop to fuse functionality, edge and effortless elegance, reinforcing its commitment to viewing contemporary fashion through the lens of European glamour. Looking for a space-age sole mate? These sinuous sneakers are available for purchase from Fendi boutiques worldwide and at fendi.com.
DIOR B57
Kim Jones has been buckling down in the shoemaking business, with his second installment on this list coming in hot. The Dior B57 – a sporty everyday sneaker – draws inspiration from classic 1980s basketball bouncers, combining retro and luxury characteristics to create a shoe that feels both contemporary and timeless. Cut from premium calfskin leather, the ‘Dior’ is in the details, with subtle, precise stitching and a Dior Oblique jacquard ‘CD’ sewn onto the side. Combining past hits like the B27 and the B30 to create the nostalgic shape of the – you guessed it – B57, it’s available in six sleek colourways that flirt with black, blue, beige or grey shades. Another slam dunk by the British designer, the release celebrates five years of Jones’ reign at the helm of Dior menswear. Not a pair to pass on, the release will be available from dior.com and in Dior stores from October 18.
