PAUSE Picks: Top Sneaker Releases of the Week

adidas might well have hit the peak of the “dad shoe” aesthetic with these. The ADISTAR CONTROL 5 ticks every box you could think of when it comes finding the perfect chunky silhouette, with a breathable white mesh upper and tonal silver colour scheme contrasting with some uncomplicated adidas branding to efficiently update the signature 00s silhouette. A lace closure offers up a wholly secure fit, whilst a rubber outsole keeps you bouncing around the great outdoors. Plus, it matches with absolutely everything, doesn’t it? Instant cop.

Nike’s Mind 001 sneaker has been getting a lot of press lately, and for good reason. Looking to merge the feet with the mind, Nike’s new silhouette arrives in a “Light Smoke Grey” colour way and is the debut project by the brand’s Mind Science Department. Researched and produced with neuroscience-based technology in mind, Nike’s Mind 001 slides look to aid athletes (or the Average Joe) in enhancing sensory awareness, utilising 22 independent sole unit foam nodes to to massage the underside of the foot and provide increased comfort and a more steady state of mind.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Converse collaboration has been nothing short of a hit, and this all-new “White” iteration is the crispiest instalment yet. On and off the court, you’ll be flying in these.

There’s just something about these new Vans. The Vans OTW Old Skool 36 Pearlized Pack “Pink” feels punk rock in every sense of the word, with the heritage skating outfit really levelling up the Old Skool in recent months. This combination of texture and colour was never going to go wrong, and these don’t take a single misstep.

The crinkle on these go crazy. Louis Vuitton’s new season Jazz Loafer need the spotlight, with the pair’s quietly luxurious crinkled leather holding hands with the subtle frontal branding choice to really give this pair a pop. LV does it again.