As much as we would love to stay true to our minimalist wardrobe, we can’t deny that millennial pink has slowly crept into our lives, by first adding colour into our shoe racks, and then overtaking our vanity table with beauty collections that come in pretty millennial pink packaging, down to our beauty blenders, and even stepping into the tech gadget arena as well. While millennial pink is undeniably a strong contender for being the most trendy and insta-worthy colour to sport this year, it seems like another candy-coloured hue is rising up to take its spot. And that is none other than the mystical yet magical purple. Ahead, a roundup of sneakers that come in a variety of purple hues to prove that this colour might just be the next millennial pink.
Nike Air Max 90 SE Mesh in Violet Mist
US$150, available here.
The Nike Air Max 90 takes on a pastel purple colour with its upper covered in a soft lavender hue, continuing down to the colour-blocked midsole, and finally filling the outsole as well. Named “Violet Mist”, these purple pair of shoes are constructed with SE Mesh for breathability, while the foam midsole and visible Max Air unit provides for lightweight cushioning.
Nike Dunk Low in Violet Mist
US$90, available here.
Just like how the younger siblings will always want to emulate the elder sibling, the Nike Dunk Low is following in the footsteps of the Nike Air Max 90. While the latter is leaning towards the pastel side, the Nike Dunk Low adds in more punch by going for the monochrome effect. Doesn’t it also remind you of all things unicorn, rainbows, and bubblegum? Drenched completely in a magical purple hue, the laces also come complete in matching purple, and true to Nike’s quality design, the perforated vamp allows for ventilation, while the rubber outsole provides for a solid traction.
New Balance 574 Sport Suede
US$110, available at New Balance and select retailers from 5 September 2017.
This next silhouette combines cozy footwear with style and versatility. The New Balance 574 gets a little upgrade, with what seems like a Primeknit-like material being incorporated into the sneaks. The cozy detailing can be found at the toe box, tongue, heel counter, and the N logo at the lateral. The kicks also boast a subtle diamond-patterned white midsole, which makes for a very covetable sporty-meets-street-style pair of sneakers to wear this coming fall.
Nike Lunar Charge Essential in Plum Fog
US$130, available here.
The best kinds of shoes to wear are those fuss-free ones where you can simply slip on and take off easily. And that is exactly the Nike Lunar Charge Essential, which now comes in a mysterious plum fog colourway. With the tongue attached to the cut-and-sewn upper and the pull tab extending from the heel, putting on your shoes has never been this easy. Its plush bootie-like design and stretchy textile construction is bound to offer wearers a snug and comfortable fit throughout the day.
Reebok Classic Leather in Smokey Orchid
US$93, available here.
For a classic sneaker to remain as a classic, updates are usually kept to the minimum to ensure the key characteristics of the shoe are maintained. In this iteration of the iconic Reebok Classic Leather, the silhouette remains the same but with a colour and fabric update. Covered in smooth suede and arriving in a muted pastel purple/lilac colourway, the sides also feature lace paneling at the sides, contrasted against a nubuck upper. For an understated yet bold outfit look, these are the ones that you should cop.
PUMA Basket Heart in Lilac
US$85, available here.
Just like how NMDs ring the cash register for adidas, the Basket Heart and Suede Heart models are currently PUMA’s winning formula. And just like how adidas is constantly introducing a different colourway in a blink of an eye, PUMA is doing the same with its Basket Heart, which is now receiving the purple treatment. Other than the Formstripe and off-white rubber midsole, the entire shoe is dipped in a soft purple colour, and comes with its signature wide ribbon laces in a matching purple chroma.
Nike Sock Dart in Taupe Grey
US$130, available here.
By definition, taupe is a mixture of grey with a tinge of brown. However, these Nike Sock Darts are definitely not anywhere close to grey and is looking like it belongs to the purple family tree instead (let’s not start a discussion thread on this). Colours aside, these women-exclusive kicks are constructed with a lightweight knit upper, sporting a translucent matte mid-foot strap that adds a nice touch to the futuristic-looking white midsole and heel pod, making sure wearers get a seamless fit in the utmost comfort.
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