PAUSE Picks: Top Sneaker Releases of the Week

If in doubt, just chop the back off. The MM6 Maison Margiela x Salomon XT-4 Mule proves that this duo is here to stay, with this latest iteration keeping Salomon firmly in touch with its competitors. The blue and brown entry keeps things trim, cutting the back off the pair to instil that signature mule shape, whilst simple yet effective MM6 Maison Margiela number branding adds a distinct piece of insignia.

Keeping with the colour, the Action Bronson x New Balance 990v6 “Citizen of the World” continues to put this collaboration on the map. As per usual, Bronson’s affection for contrasting colours shines through, with the mixed mesh and suede pair boasting everything from a creamy beige and deep blue to an electric pink and dark red. If you’re familiar with Action Bronson x New Balance, you already know the score with these. Hard.

Hmm, we smell a trend. After the ASICS x Storymfg collaboration went viral earlier this month, it looks as though Nike are picking up some pieces with their own take on a plaid sneaker. The loud entry sees the “Gingham Brown” colour scheme take on the almighty Air Force 1, with a picnic blanket style checker print hitting the entirety of the leather upper and being matched to stitched heel accents as well as the outsole. Summer is most definitely calling with these.

JD step up the New Balance 1000 game with an exclusive “Cyber Jade” entry. The sleek, bullet-style pair might have just outdone itself with its latest outing, boasting a road-ready black suede and light grey upper composition as well as vibrant jade blue accents spread across the outsole, heel, midsole, and upper. The streamlined sneaker keeps its various pieces of retro-style New Balance insignia on the midfoot and toe guard, whilst a stealthy black lace unit and a spongy ABZORB midsole keeps you cool and comfortable. NB x JD have got one.

Minimalism just got even sexier. The ON Cloudzone “Triple White” is the crispest pair of all-white sneakers you’re likely to find on the market, and it helps that they look as good as they do. The action-ready release puts lightweight comfortability at the forefront, bringing in cutting-edge tech in the form of breathable woven fabrics and synthetic overlays, whilst a CloudTec® midsole and Helion™ superfoam delivers unrivalled cushioning and impact absorption. Blink and you’ll miss it, but blended all-white ON logos hit the tongue, midfoot, and insoles. Whether you like it or not, ON are ON top.