S.will bring the return of Stranger Things. It will be thenostalgia effect, which increasingly affects stylists, brands, stars and trendsetters. Whatever the motivation, the trend is there for all to see: in 2022 there is a boom of vintage sneakers. Not just collectibles from the past that fuel the increasingly thriving reselling market (never heard of StockX?) but also and above all new models that undergo the charm of the old.
Reference point: the legendary Eighties
The years in which the TV series of the moment is set, but also those that made sneakers very popular. It is no coincidence that a player like Nike continue to present limited edition models inspired by the It Shoes worn at Hawkins since the first season – just think of the legendary Cortez. But in hindsight, even the latest shoe made in collaboration with the designer Jacquemus, Humara, takes up sneakers dating back to the nineties. And what about the Gazelle by Adidas? Made even more glamorous by Alessandro Michele thanks to the adidas x Gucci co-lab, they have been back in the spotlight since 1966.
Vintage sneakers, the 2022 models to aim for
The trend has taken hold, starting from the names to get to the processes and nuances. Is called 2002R the last signed object of desire New Balancethe classic dad sneaker revisited in neutral and timeless colors; ’89 is the name of the vintage sneakers that are popular in Summer 2022, signed Saye, old-fashioned but innovative thanks to bio and recycled materials; and still hold the bench among the fashionistas Reebok Club C 85.
Saye’s ’89 sneakers in sustainable leather.
The unmistakable (retro) style details: slightly yellowed contrasting rubber sole And suede inserts. The ones that feature the most popular vintage-style sneakers right now, the Medalist from Autry, American rising star in the panorama of trainers, relaunched in 2019 by the Italian entrepreneur Marco Doro and clearly inspired by the Eighties in design. Other particular signs to recognize a trendy sneakers, today as yesterday: the detail color-block, in two or more tones. Just think of the new model Dowtown from Prada or to the sneakers of Celinewhite with red, blue, green, purple inserts, the most popular shades at the time.
Prada’s vintage-style Dowtown sneakers.
White sneakers, goodbye?
We breathe a sigh of relief: the most stylish sneakers are here to stay. Simply, in 2022 it is enough to turn to variants cream and beigeor on used-effect graying leathers (Saint Laurent). High ankle like new Converse All Star Vintage Leather or le Alsee from Isabel Marant, with the front tear, the contrasting logo and the rounded detail on the ankle. A mix of those worn by Marty McFly in Back to the Future (1985) and the Air Jordans of Willy, the Prince of Bel-Air (1990) but hyper feminine.
High and used effect, with contrasting details, Isabel Marant.
How to combine them with style… of yesteryear
However, girlie it is also the way to bring them into 2022. With the pleated miniskirt and the exposed terry sock, for example; or with jeans and frayed shorts, strictly with a high waist. Finally, just like in the 80s, with cyclists and the maxi t-shirt.
Vintage sneakers and biker shorts, style combo (Photo: Gotham / GC Images).
For eternal girls.
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