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Step Into Mona Thomas' World, Where Fantasy Finds Its Footing
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Step Into Mona Thomas' World, Where Fantasy Finds Its Footing

From creating custom outfits for Drake to 3D-printed slides with Zellerfeld, meet the German designer blending fantasy and function.

One Girl’s Trash Really Is Another Girl’s Treasure in BB Smith’s Upcycled World
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One Girl’s Trash Really Is Another Girl’s Treasure in BB Smith’s Upcycled World

Meet the British designer creating Tumblr-inspired boots from waste materials, as seen on Jorja Smith and FKA Twigs.

Susan Fang's Futuristic Nike Collection Illustrates How Softness in Sport Can Soar
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Susan Fang's Futuristic Nike Collection Illustrates How Softness in Sport Can Soar

“Now is the time for women to be bold in expressing ultra-femininity – showing how softness, love and vulnerability can actually be a great strength.”  

Kristina Truong's New Footwear Label LAN MAI Is an Ode to Heritage and Healing
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Kristina Truong's New Footwear Label LAN MAI Is an Ode to Heritage and Healing

“If you want to build something that’s truly yours, start by honoring every version of you that got you here.”

Grace Olivia Roberts on Turning Her Sun-Filled Lifestyle Into a Sneaker Story
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Grace Olivia Roberts on Turning Her Sun-Filled Lifestyle Into a Sneaker Story

Meet the Australian designer and founder of Temptation Vacation whose debut ASICS SportStyle collaboration is an ode to “tuning out and dialling in.”

There Are No Rules in ASLAN WORLD
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There Are No Rules in ASLAN WORLD

Meet the chronically online, LA-based designer who crafts irreverent ballet flats, XL furry boots and “hot clothes 4 hot boys.”

Maha Amsterdam Celebrates 10 Years of Empowering Women Who Love Sneakers
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Maha Amsterdam Celebrates 10 Years of Empowering Women Who Love Sneakers

“Maha Amsterdam [has become] a gathering place—somewhere to pause, connect and feel a part of something bigger.”

No Two Shoes Are The Same In Nicole McLaughlin's Collaboration with PUMA
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No Two Shoes Are The Same In Nicole McLaughlin's Collaboration with PUMA

“Scaling a shoe like this was undoubtedly the most challenging yet rewarding experience.” — Nicole McLaughlin

Inside Téla D'Amore's Debut Collaboration with Jordan Brand
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Inside Téla D'Amore's Debut Collaboration with Jordan Brand

“This is what I’ve been waiting for my whole life.” — Téla D’Amore, co-founder of Who Decides War

For Keia Kodama, Sneakers Aren't Just Shoes — They're Markers Of History
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For Keia Kodama, Sneakers Aren't Just Shoes — They're Markers Of History

“Sneakers have always been about more than just style. They represent who we are, where we’ve been and where we’re going.”

Meet Sashiko Gals, the Women Stitching Japanese Tradition Into Your Sneakers
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Meet Sashiko Gals, the Women Stitching Japanese Tradition Into Your Sneakers

“Sashiko is about giving new value to old things.” — Arata Fujiwara of Sashiko Gals

Annie Purdy Is Saving The World One Shoe At A Time
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Annie Purdy Is Saving The World One Shoe At A Time

“Rather than creating more from new materials, we need to look at what problems already exist and ways that we can change the system.” — Annie Purdy

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