PAUSE Picks: Top Sneaker Releases of the Week

Hear us out. A white and gum sole sneaker rarely misses, and we think this sacai x Nike Zegamadome SP ‘White Sail’ is a proper standout. It boasts that classic summer approach, with a light colour palette seamlessly blending with sacai’s signature use of distorted materials. A Zoom sole unit keeps you light underfoot and provides a pair that can go all day long. Easy pick-up.

We’re going mad for these mules. The MM6 Maison Margiela x Salomon XT-4 Mule returns in a “White/Beige Haze” colourway, bringing forward the most stripped back of the duo’s efforts so far. Good breathability is key to good footwear this summer, and MM6 x Salomon do the trick.

We heard it was a “Boots Summer”? We can’t believe we’re actually saying this, but football-loving fashionistas are replacing their sneakers for an actual pair of boots… studs and all. If you fancied indulging in the latest football-related fashion fad, this pair of adidas F50 Elite 2010 FG Remake Pack “Yellow/Black” boots are the way to go. A classic silhouette, brought back to life. We need to see how this plays out…

Vans bring us back to normality, but we still think this silhouette has the necessary edge. A pair reminiscent of LOEWE’s Ballet Runner 2.0, this budget-friendly alternative from Vans hits it out of the park for a second summer in a row, following on from the success of the Knu Skool. We can see this one going further than you might think…

Last but most definitely not least, the Nike P-6000 “Black/Hyper Pink” answers the calls from sneaker heads for a follow-up to the widely revered Comme Des Garcons x Air Max 180. The heavily contrasted mesh sneaker utilises a dark black to work alongside hot pink accents on the upper, midsole, and heel. Might not scream summer, but it’s most definitely calling our name.