Although the year 2022 has only just begun, sneaker brands already had set to release or announced styles that will undoubtedly spruce up a shoe rack and hopefully, your mood as well in the coming months.
Not even a full-fledged sneakerhead can deny the appeal of high-quality design and the good-feeling sensation that a new pair of kicks can provide. In part because the best sneakers have a natural ability to radiate joy, something that we could all use a lot more of in these uncertain times.
Wearing the most stylish sneakers of the season is the most effective method to elevate your style for 2022. One of the best things about sneakers these days is that they may be worn with a suit during business hours to provide a pop of colour, and they are especially appropriate for wearing in informal outdoor settings. Walk on the opritten with confidence and style.
Briefly said, sneakers are the perfect combination of comfort, style, and functionality. They meet all of the requirements, including office attire. Despite the fact that sneakers were originally designed as athletic shoes for guys, they have evolved into a prominent fashionable style item for men. Multiple excellent alternatives available this season, include a variety of styles, from gym-ready trainers to product offers for the workplace and everything in between.
Air Force 1 Sneaker Created by Virgil Abloh (LOUIS VUITTON X NIKE)
Forever and always, Virgil Abloh will be remembered as a towering figure in the world of fashion. The designer and artistic director of Louis Vuitton men’s, who passed away in late 2021, introduced a sense of edge to premium clothes and elevated streetwear to a higher level of sophistication.
LV also released a Nike Air Force 1 made of calf leather that contains the brand’s Monogram and Damier patterns, as a way of paying tribute to him and his legacy. Two hundred pairs of the shoes were sold exclusively at a Sotheby’s auction, with a portion of the revenues going to the Virgil Abloh “Post-Modern” Scholarship Fund, which helps students of African, African American, and African origin further their studies.
Date of release: January 26, 2022
Why Not? Zer0.5 Sneaker (AIR JORDAN)
Russel Westbrook has earned the reputation of being not just the NBA’s quickest guy, as well as the best dressed. The Why Not? Zer0.5, a soon-to-be-released sneaker from his collaboration with Jordan that boasts data-informed traction and upgraded cushioning, combines the best of each of these attributes. And, as with all of Jordan’s designs under the Jordan label, the latest is a vibrant blend of hues, this time in beige with red, yellow, ginger, and seafoam blue accents. Jordan’s designs are known for their strong colour combinations.
Date of release: In February 2022
YEEZY 700 V3 “Mono Safflower” (ADIDAS)
“Mono Safflower” is the next colourway to be released by Kanye West and his Adidas crew, which brings back the YEEZY 700 V3 silhouette without the use of a BOOST unit. The most notable feature of this version is that the futuristic mid-foot moulds have been charged with glow-in-the-dark capabilities, allowing it to shine with a bright orange hue when the lights are turned off or on.
Date of release: March 18, 2022
Nike Air Jordan 1 “Rebellionaire” (AIR JORDAN)
If you believe it or not, there was a period in 1984 when Michael Jordan was actually prohibited from wearing his “Bred” Air Jordan 1s on the court due to the NBA’s dress code regulations. This year’s Air Jordan 1 “Rebellionaire” colourway, which is dressed in “Shadow” tones and embellished with the slogan “They Can’t Stop You From Wearing Them” printed all over the shoe in reference to Michael Jordan’s famed 1985 sneaker ad, is a nod to that moment once again from Jordan Brand.
Date of release: March 18, 2022
New Balance Aimé Leon Dore Made in US 993 (NB)
Teddy Santis (creator of Aimé Leon Dore) is slated to debut his first Made in USA collection for New Balance later this year, having received an investment from LVMH to help revitalise his business. In the meantime, New Balance has released a new shoe that bears his imprint all over it, the 993, which is the current iteration of the classic model. In addition to pig suede overlays that intelligently contrast with the mesh underlays, the sneaker is equipped with an ABZORB midsole and a rubber outsole that provide lots of comforts.
Date of release: February 2022
Adidas Originals Stan Smith Boba Fett (ADIDAS)
The character of Boba Fett has never been more popular as it is now, thanks to the debut of The Mandalorian TV series in 2019, followed by the publishing of The Book of Boba Fett in 2021. Since then, a pair of Stan Smiths have been released in honour of the cosmic bounty hunter, which is painted in the same light blue as his original action figure. This could be the perfect pair of sneakers for you if you’re seeking something like a simple pair of regular sneakers with a unique twist.
Date of release: February 2022
Nike Air Max 1 SP “Heavy” (CONCEPTS X NIKE)
Concepts and Nike are moving on into the second phase of their current collaborative effort with the release of a second iteration of the Air Max 1 SP “Heavy” colourway in select Nike retail locations across the United States and Canada. In addition to the classic Swoosh logo, the model is embellished with a variety of wacky designs, including washed denim and tiger camo patterns as well as orange bandana prints, cow skin, and other elements that are inspired by the 1960s and 1970s music festival fashion scene.
Date of release: March 19, 2022