Style... in abundance
Well, the cat’s out of the bag.
The ridiculous purchase I teased is the Balenciaga Triple S sneaker. Today, I’m sharing my honest review of these chunky, Dad sneakers.
My goal for this review was to set the record straight on:
Stay tuned for the end when I read meant Tweets (reviews) these shoes have received – they’re HILARIOUS.
I can’t lie. I’ve been coveting a pair of platform sneakers. Maybe it’s pandemic fashion (comfort is key) or the fact that my beloved Adidas x Stella McCartney sneakers have seen better days, but I have sneakers on the brain.
I love sneakers because they are SO versatile. From function to fashion, they serve every sartorial need.
This week the long-anticipated Dior x Jordan Brand collab dropped. People entered a lottery for a chance to purchase a pair of hand-painted $2,200 Air Jordan 1s.
Fun fact: Check out this Jeff Goldblum documentary about the underground world of sneakerheads to see just how fanatical this sartorial group is.
All this fanfare got me thinking about the sneakers I currently own. Below is a round-up of my favorite sneakers from affordable to designer and the pros and cons of each.
The ultimate classic sneaker. These date back to the early 1900’s. (Converse Chuck Taylors were the official shoe of the US military!) They look good on everyone and will NEVER go out of style.
Pros: affordable; timeless; fun collaboration styles
Cons: not much support; white canvas gets dirty/fades easily
Sizing: TTS, although I sized down a half-size in my low top Chuck Taylors.
From skaters to beach kids, these sneakers have a fiercely loyal following and I too, adore them.
Pros: affordable; cool, edgy vibe; classic slip-on style is easy to wear (socks or not); progressive company that offers a ton of limited edition collabs
Cons: take a while to break in
Sizing: TTS; size down if you are in between sizes.
These were my go-to shoes during pregnancy b/c they are SO comfortable. I even wore them home from the hospital.
My sister introduced me to this brand over 5 years ago and I love their brand mission. They create classic slip-ons and lace-ups, but commission indie artists from around the world to design them. Anyone can submit a design!
Pros: affordable; SUPER comfortable thanks to the “massaging bubbles” at the base of the insole; fresh styles constantly available
Cons: none!
Sizing: TTS; size down if you are in between sizes.
Think of P448 as the more affordable, yet still designer alternative to Golden Goose. I love these lowtops; they zip up so you never have to lace them.
Pros: mid-range price with designer-level style; can ALWAYS find them on sale
Cons: more expensive than most sneakers; the styles aren’t as sophisticated as Golden Goose
Sizing: Size up. I’m usually a 36 or 36.5 and I got a 37 in these.
I’ve written before on whether Golden Goose are worth it. In a word, absolutely. They are the most stylish of the bunch. I truly believe you can wear them with anything.
Pros: SUPER versatile; sophisticated style; highest quality; durable
Cons: expensive; can scream “blogger uniform” (invest in what pulls at your heartstrings, NOT what you “think” you should wear)
Sizing: TTS. They do NOT come in half sizes so size down if you are in between sizes.