The new dad sneakers: Ugly shoes that will be hot in 2019

Ugly is the new pretty

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Ugly sneakers has been all the rage since its inauguration last year with Balenciaga’s Triple S. Seasons after seasons, designer and even high-street brands are constantly drawing influences from the ‘80s and ‘90s “ugly” footwear, amalgamating them as part of the undying streetwear trend.

Since athleisure is here to stay (well, definitely for another five to ten years), why not embrace it and give your shoe closet a refresher with these new ugly sneakers? After all, they're current and comfortable, which will give your work wear a stylish twist on casual Fridays and keep your soles cosy when you're out running errands on the weekends.

Scroll through for our picks of the latest ugly sneakers that you’ll need in your closet, pronto.

 

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Nike x Cav Empt Air Max 95, S$279, from Dover Street Market

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This pair of Air Max 95 is the first pair from the series to incorporate a visible Nike Air cushioning in its sole. As part of a capsule collaboration with Cav Empt, a streetwear clothing label that’s founded by Ska8thing, what we love about this pair of kicks is its eclectic prints. Wear it with a off-shoulder top and a pair of sweatpants for that off-beat cool.

 

Photo: Dover Street Market

 

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Vetements x Reebok Runner 200, £530 (S$946), from Net-a-Porter

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Paying homage to Reebok’s Premier Running line, Demna Gvasalia’s collaboration with the sports label offers us his usual funky prints and shape. Made out of a breathable mesh upper and thick set of cushioned soles, this pair of kicks is perfect for the gym and shopping.

 

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Zara contrast sneakers, S$99.90

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Zara brings back the thick soled dad sneakers, serving us with a pair that’s in line with one of S/S’19’s trend: Colourblock. Complement its distinct colour with a red mini sundress.

 

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CAT Intruder trainers, S$196, from Topshop

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Giving the ‘90s styled sneakers a 21st century upgrade, this pair of bold sneakers is not for the faint-hearted. Fashioned from a polyurethane upper, let the soles be the limelight by wearing them casually: With a white t-shirt and a pair of denim jeans.

 

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Nike Air Max Dia SE QS, S$199, from Dover Street Market

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Both comfort and style is built in this Nike Air Max sneakers. Made from a textile and synthetic material for its upper and a cushioned sole, we’d recommend wearing this with a white shirt and a pair of capri pants.

 

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Ganni suede, leather, rubber and mesh sneakers, £270 (S$482), from Net-a-Porter

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Creative Director Ditte Reffstrup’s childhood memories of the Danish countryside is what sparked the inspiration for this pair of sneakers, which can be seen from the sneakers’ hiking style and rope laces. Juxtapose its rugged outlook with a sweet broderie anglaise number.

 

Photo: Net-a-Porter

 

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Zara sneakers with cut-out details, S$109

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Either you hate them, or you love them. We’re definitely in for the latter, since the cut-out details on this pair guarantees that our socks will pop.

 

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Cole Haan Zerogrand sneakers, S$259

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Combining the form of a dress shoe with the performance aspect of a sneakers, Cole Haan’s new Zerogrand trainers are perfect for those who’d love a quick transit from their workplace to the gym without having to change out their soles. Wear it with a tailored pant-suit for your office, and change out into your gym gear after.

 

Photo: Cole Haan

 

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