Naming new trends is becoming increasingly difficult. The wide variety that streetwear has to offer, and the ever-growing range of what is considered “IN” no longer go hand-in-hand with unnecessarily restrictive labeling. This is one of the reasons why the segmentation of fashion is increasingly becoming more focused on purpose, activities and interests. In the past year, tourism has grown considerably as one of these categories. Trail and outdoor silhouettes of stylish sneakers are no longer an exception and the role of hiking boots as necessary footwear for weekend adventures is declining steadily. That’s why I found some of the best outdoor shoes for 2021 for you.
CAN’T TRAVEL? GO ON A HIKE
The stricter conditions for travelling abroad, related to the restrictions caused by the pandemic, have forced us to discover the hidden beauties of our immediate surroundings. And thank God for that. Personally, I too have learned to enjoy day trips much more, thanks to which I’ve discovered many captivating meadows and protected nature areas in comfortable driving distance from Prague.
I haven’t made a proper survey, but going off just the feelings my friends’ Instagram stories evoke, I think that this trend of discovering the hidden beauty of nature in our immediate vicinity has affected many more people. And despite my effort to ignore everyday marketing pressure, I can’t help but think that the possibility of looking good even during a difficult ascent to a natural vista has grown immensely.
This is connected to the ever increasing range of sneakers for outdoors. Many brands have started releasing their tried and tested silhouettes in new outdoor designs, usually marked by the presence of a waterproof upper, a more durable sole, stronger insulation or a more reliable lacing system. That’s why we at Footshop created the outdoor sneakers category, containing more than 100 stylish choices of footwear you could cross the Alps in.
I went ahead and chose the best trail sneakers at Footshop for you. Among them you can find, for example, a special version of last year’s hit Reebok Zig Kinetica, winter Vans or a new hit, Salomon Advanced. All these shoes you can learn about also serve as proof of the line between functionality and visual satisfaction slowly but surely disappearing. Nowadays, you can easily combine both aspects and for a good price. So, even if I have to call outdoor aesthetics a trend, I’m here for it.
ADIDAS NMD R1 TR GTX
The NMD silhouette has been one of the most iconic adidas models of the last 10 years. After a short pause, they are back in 2021 in many colorways and even in a trail design with a waterproof upper from Gore-Tex. The comfort the original model received from the extremely comfortable Boost material is still a thing this time. This means that even in the rockiest terrain, you can feel like you’re walking on fluffy clouds.
REEBOK ZIG KINETICA EDGE
Last year’s drop of the Reebok flagship for 2020, the Reebok Zig Kinetica was accompanied in the spotlight by none other than Conor Mcgregor. A bit later, Reebok also released the Reebok Zig Kinetica Edge, with added outdoor functional elements. Your trips will be way more pleasant with it, thanks to the thick, non-slip sole, a more durable construction and the side panel, which holds a clear message: TRAIL READY.
NIKE ACG
ACG, short for All Conditions Gear, is Nike’s outdoor segment. Recently, it grabbed our attention mainly with it’s beautiful clothing collections, but the shoes from this product line shouldn’t be overlooked. Outdoor sneakers from Nike ACG are equipped with a high-quality sole, a waterproof Gore-Tex upper and, depending on the specific model, a number of other outdoor, functional elements. All this in a beautiful sports aesthetic, and a color palette that never gets boring.
VANS MTE
If Vans is your number 1 brand when choosing sneakers, you’re probably not the biggest fan of winter, and the dirty slush that precedes and follows it. However, not even mud can stop you from wearing Vans now, thanks to the Vans MTE series. The MTE series offers classic Vans models in a winter-ready, functional, outdoor version.
ADIDAS TERREX
The outdoor section of the brand with the three stripes, adidas Terrex, obviously cannot be overlooked. Beautiful color combinations, a comfortable fit that pleasantly secures your whole foot, a sole from Continental (yes, we mean the tire brand) and a midsole with comfort guaranteed by the thousands of Boost technology microparticles. Sounds adequate, doesn’t it? You can find out more about adidas Terrex on the web.
SALOMON ADVANCED
When I first learned that we were expanding the Footshop range with the Salomon brand, I was a bit skeptical. However, as soon as I saw the first collection, all my doubts were swept aside. Salomon Advanced sneakers speak for themselves. They get an 8 in comfort, a 10 in aesthetics, and the choice of colorways deserves a rating of at least 100 out of 10. Discover their magic and look at all the Salomon Advanced sneakers we have to offer.
If you’re done reading, and want to continue the outdoors adventure vibe, I recommend you check out the free aesthetic of the Nike ACG spring collection. The article contains great inspiration for creating an outdoor outfit with some of the sneakers above.
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