Keeping Up With the Trends: Shoes
Ella Werdell '23 News Editor
Fashion encompasses all parts of the way someone styles themselves. This includes everything from shoes to jewelry. Shoes are quite possibly the most exciting part of fashion. Not only should they be practical and comfortable for everyday use, they have the ability to revamp any outfit and transform it into something unique. When it comes to shoes, the styles are endless, making it an overwhelming undertaking, but it’s not impossible to pick out the perfect pair for every occasion!
Shoes can be very expensive, but there are plenty that are well worth the money or even affordable. My current favorites are Nike Air Force 1 Shadows in any color and Adidas Forum 84 low. These shoes are on the pricier side ranging anywhere from $80 to $110, but the investment is worth it for these stylish shoes. Not only do they add a touch of color and make any outfit cool, but they are both extremely comfortable and practical. Walking around all day in them is easy and does not lead to any blisters or calluses. Junior Anika Sharma’s favorite pair of shoes are: “brown converse because they pretty much match with everything!” Converse Chuck 70’s are on trend right now and are about $85. While on the pricier side, these shoes are adorable and well worth the money! |
ELLICOTT CITY, MD, OCTOBER 24, 2021-This is a pair of Nike Air Force 1 Shadows in the color ‘Crimson Tint Volt’. The Air Force 1 Shadows are sold in 11 colors on the Nike website all for $110. Unfortunately this color is no longer sold on the Nike website, but it can be found on GOAT shoes and other sites. E. WERDELL/ LION’S TALE
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ELLICOTT CITY, MD, OCTOBER 24, 2021-This is a pair of men’s Adidas Forum 1 Low’s in the color ‘Cloud White/Royal Blue’. These are sold in 14 colors on the Adidas website for $90.They can also be found at Foot Locker and Finish Line. E. WERDELL/ LION’S TALE
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One pair of shoes that are more affordable and just as amazing are the Reebok Club C 85 ($60-$75). These are super comfortable and match with any outfits. They come in an off-white or classic white with red, blue or green accents. I wear these shoes with everything, jeans, sweatpants, leggings, shorts, all of it! Another pair of shoes that is more affordable are Vans, which range anywhere from $40-$60. My favorite style of Vans are the high-tops in all white, but I think any style of Vans is great. That being said, I do not love slip-on vans, they are overworn and look basic due to past trends.
All of these are great options to add color and individuality to an outfit. Along with practicality, these shoes are comfortable and clean, meaning they can be worn all day and look unique without being ugly. Price, comfort and look are all important factors when deciding what shoes to buy, so choose what works best! |
There are plenty of shoes that are worth the money, but also plenty that are not. Personally, I believe that Golden Goose sneakers and Hey Dudes are not worth the money. Golden Goose sneakers can range anywhere from $150-$500, maybe even higher depending on the style. These shoes are extremely expensive and also not very pretty. On Golden Goose sneakers, Sharma states, “they’re ugly and overpriced, but if I was a billionaire I would probably get some just so everyone knows I’m rich.” There it is, ugly and expensive. To me, they look more like a run over pair of white shoes than a stylish sneaker. There are a few styles that look cute though they are not worth the money. Hey Dudes on the other hand are not very expensive, they are about $55. This is an affordable price, but they are basically glorified slippers. This makes the price for them unreasonable, especially since they are ugly. Sharma agrees, “I don’t like Hey Dudes. Unless they are worn by a dad or a millennial man, I don’t think they are cute.” When looking for comfortable and affordable shoes, Hey Dudes are not the way to go. There are plenty of shoes that are similar to this that look better and are just as comfortable, like Sanuk Donna Hemp slip-ons ($33 and up) or Croc clogs ($50-60).
Shoes are vital to every outfit and can be used to make a statement. There are many factors that go into choosing the perfect shoe, including price and comfort. The best way to determine what to wear is not through me, but through what styles fit each person and outfit. Remember: style is relative to each individual, go for it and where what suits you! |
ELLICOTT CITY, MD, OCTOBER 24, 2021- This is a pair of women’s off-white Reebok Club C 85’s in the Model Vintage. These were $60 from DSW, but they can be found on the Reebok website or at Pacsun for $75. E. WERDELL/ LION’S TALE
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