The Shoe Game Pt.1

So, the Ralph Lauren post has got me inspired. "Inspired to do what?", you may ask. Why, I was inspired to do a post on the shoe game and its many, many aspects. I don't want this to be a history lesson, so most of this will center on the shoe game today, mainly men's shoe game, as I am a male, and have little say in what women should be wearing. So, let's get to it.

Where we are Now.
Alright, I'm walking down the street and see an unique variety of kicks, some good, some bad. All of this in my head, I would have to say that many men dress immaturely when it comes to kicks. I see too many wearing basketball shoes as if they are to be worn casually. No. No Brons, no Kobes, NO basketball sneaks as everyday kicks at ALL. They are meant for the concrete and hardwood courts ONLY. Also, something about Air Force Ones (AF1) just ticks me off. They seem outdated, and I will only pardon you if they are high tops. Mid or low tops are a NO. Why? Well, they just seem tacky. I mean, they are a basic choice for someone who is just starting to pay attention to what they wear on their feet, like a 12 year old. Beyond that, no grown man should be wearing white on white low or mid top AF1's. Period. If you want to go for a younger look, AF1's are a too young look for a grown man, or a teen who is semi-concious about footwear. So, I'd say where we are at as men in the shoe game, we are at a C+. Don't worry, I have some tips on raising that grade.

Where do we go from here?
Okay, with the faults pointed out, we must capitalize and make some good out of them. Alright, for the dudes who don't want to lose the AF1 look, don't worry, I got you. I see AF1's as a young look, and they typically are for the younger crowd. However, there are two alternatives for them.


1. Nike Dunk Hi


What's not to like about these? First introduced in '85, these have that old school look to it. They were first designed for the hardwood, but since have become a street phenomenon, gaining it's way into skate culture. To me, these are the perfect replacement for AF1's. They even have a little AF1 look to them, they just come off more mature. Just pick a pair up, and tell me what happens.

2. Nike Blazer Hi


Ya'll already saw my Blazers. I got some negative feedback on them, I guess because they didn't have a 'contemporary' colorway. I don't care. These have a very young look to them, but you can tell they were made for basketball. George Gervin anyone? Yeah, you do the background check on these, and see if you don't cop a pair. They even come in three different material choices for ya'll picky dudes; leather, canvas, and suede.

Alright this is the end of part 1 of 3 in this "series". Uhhh, I really don't know what my next post'll be about, probably about branching out into other brands or something..Until then, "Live long and prosper." Naaaah, peace!!!!