The year 2020 is coming to an end, dear community! And what a sneaker year it was! Just think of all the hot Dunk releases, whether high or low, the many Jordans that went through the roof, countless comebacks that made our hearts beat faster, the various Nike Air Max birthday versions… I could go on forever! But that's not what we're talking about today! Because at the end of the year, we often reflect on traditions and value classics, whether it's movies, food, time with friends or, in our case, sneaker classics!
That's why today we want to present you a selection of absolute sneaker classics that no shoe closet should be without and that have been our faithful companions for years, alongside all the hyped stuff, new models, modern versions and so on!
Chuck Taylor All Star High
Let's start with the classic par excellence. The Converse Chuck in the high format was one of the first sneakers ever! You can read more about the history and development of the sneaker as we know it today here. The Chuck, which was originally designed for basketball like so many other kicks, has been an integral part of the street scene for years! Nowadays, of course, Chucks come in all the colours, shapes, materials and variations you can imagine, but the design always remains true to its origins!
The classic Chuck has a canvas upper, the famous toe cap, the Chuck Taylor All Star star on the inside and the outsole with the stripes. In our sneaker collection, you'll find countless models of this popular sneaker, so take a look!
Nike Air Force 1
The Air Force 1 also has its origins in basketball. Today, the Nike sneaker is one of the most popular shoes ever and I don't think I'm going too far out on a limb when I say: almost everyone has worn an Air Force at some point. The timeless design, the good comfort and the comfortable properties of the sole and the upper are simply cult.
Over the years, countless versions have evolved and there are also many variations, such as the Air Force Shadow, especially for women, which has double design elements, or also the Sage, the LXX or the waterproof GORE-TEX version. Keep an eye on our Sneaker News, because we will soon present all the different variations of the Air Force.
If you want to shop for a model, you can get a huge selection of all Air Force, whether low or high, with all shops, prices and sizes here.
Nike Air Max 90
Let's stay with Nike at our sneaker classics and continue with the Air Max 90, which celebrated its 30th birthday this year. An absolute sneaker classic that has inspired us from the very beginning and is still one of the most popular sneaker models on the market! In this anniversary year, of course, countless great colorways have come out and also some strong retro releases made their comeback.
The Air Max 90 was the third sneaker with a visible Air Unit in Nike's history and was therefore also called Air Max 3 in the beginning. The special silhouette with the Mudguard, the Air Window and the classic design is an integral part of the sneaker scene! You might also be interested in our timeline about the development of the different Air Max models. You can find it here.
adidas Superstar
An absolute legend from adidas is of course the Superstar. It also celebrated its birthday this year, turning a whopping 50! To celebrate, adidas has launched some great promotions and released many versions of the sneaker. You can read all about it in detail in our Sneaker News.
The sneaker has evolved from basketball, hip hop and the group Run DMC to street style, where it is now indispensable. A great daily and an absolute sneaker classic for countless styles. The leather upper, the jagged three stripes on the side and the famous Shell Toe make these kicks special!
adidas Stan Smith
Another classic sneaker from the brand with the three stripes is the Stan Smith. Named after the tennis player, the kicks have a minimalistic, classic design to match the sport, which has quickly found favour in the sneaker scene, too. You can combine a Stan Smith with just about anything and it is a solid leather sneaker that is mainly worn in white.
The original model from 1971 was also white and had green accents. In the meantime, the classic is also available in a vegan and a sustainable version! There is even a mix of the Stan Smith and the Superstar - two adidas legends united in one shoe!
Reebok Club C
As we can see, such a minimalist design was and still is very popular! Reebok's Club C is also part of the trend and has also become a classic in recent years. Reebok's popular silhouette is also often used as a canvas for great collaborations. You can read more about it here.
The Club C has been around for 35 years now and here, too the inspiration comes from tennis. An awesome daily and a a great part of sneaker classics that simply always goes!
Vans Old Skool
The Vans brand and also the popular Old Skool have become known primarily through skater culture. The famous model first came onto the market in 1977. What was special about it back then was the white side stripe, which is still the trademark of this model today.
Over the years, the Old Skool has undergone a few changes and is no longer just popular among skaters. The Vans sneaker is also very often seen in street style in all kinds of colorways. The upper is usually made of suede or canvas. The trendy low cut increases the popularity even more. Many special designs and collabs have been added to the model over the years!
PUMA Suede
The PUMA Suede was first launched in 1968 and quickly became an icon. It owes its popularity mainly to the B-Boy culture of the 80s. The classic silhouette always comes with a suede upper, as the name suggests. But here, too, there have been many different versions in the past.
The classic design, the high-quality materials and the retro vibes that surround the sneaker are also convincing here. The famous PUMA stripe on the side rounds off the look. This style is a worthy end for our sneaker classics, don't you think.
