PAUSE Picks: 5 Sneaker Releases of the Week

In the true meaning of the word, the Asics X Helen Kirkum  X Naked Copenhagen collaboration is hand made from deadstock or post consumer waste materials. With no two pairs being the same, all pairs in this instalment are bespoke and have been handmade in-house at the Studio and giving each pair  its own colour way. Super limited, there are only thirty pairs available on a first come, first serve basis  with sales benefits going to Right To Play – a global charity  that protects, educates and empowers children to rise above adversity using the power of sports and play.

A hallmark collaboration, Rick Owens and Converse bring back their popular take on the Chuck Taylor. Chopping and screwing a cult classic, the latest rendition of Owens work with Converse sees the popular silhouette once again reshaped in the designers avant-garde style. With a distinct shape, the DRKSTR Chuck 70 emerges with a waxed cotton twill upper and features a molded rubber heel and toe overlays.

Classically minimal, this ’80s icon make it’s return during a time when the affinity for the Dunk silhouette is at fever pitch. A first-design, this neutral grey number is decked out with a padded, high-top collar for extra comfort (just like they had back in the day).

Mules are here to stay, and Converse is getting in on the game with it’s redesign of the classic Chuck 70 sneakers, turning the usually hightop silhouette into an easy slip on mule. Crafted with recycled materials, the mule features all of Converse’s classic details but is elevated with a split-pattern design that created by the curved and closed seam finish on the canvas.

Salomon continues to have it moment, returning with a XT-4 in an updated colourway. Dressed in Tobacco Brown hues, with a revised outsole and midsole the XT-4 is a must have stable trail running shoe design that offers optimal support and excellent cushioning.