PAUSE Picks: 5 Sneaker Releases of the Week

Known for its comfort, the Adidas Ultra Boost has been given a colourful makeover inspired by heat maps. With clusters of red, yellow, green, and blue featured against a black background on the upper, it is a motif that is recognisable from war films to science fiction.

The iconic Eames Office design house works across a number of mediums from furniture and architecture to toys and films, however, its latest output is in the form of sneakers. Working together with Reebok, it has put its spin on the label’s signature Club C sneaker 85 and added premium details such as high-quality garment leather and terry lining.

Bringing a bulky and futuristic design at the affordable price of £85, the Adidas Ozelia is a hidden secret of the sneaker world. Its latest colourway sees the shoe given a concrete-like grey make-over blended with black detailing.

With the vogue for futuristic slip-on sneakers in full effect via the Yeezy Foam RNNR, Salehe Bembury X Crocs and Balmain’s SS22 offerings. However, this Bottega Veneta pair gives a more sleek option, with a polished finish that is met by a bulky ridged sole.

Taking its experience in workwear and industrial design into a pair of sneakers, this shoe creates a chunky aesthetic through the use of its graduated toothy sole unit. Utilitarian details can be found through waterproof sport nubuck, a lightweight EVA midsole and bungee-style lacing.