We are all living in a material world.
Here are some of our favorite new styles and a look at the materials that make them stand out.
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The Motion Collection goes from dress to casual, including styles such as
the Balmoral Cap Toe (pictured) and the Penny Loafer. Swims uses
water-friendly construction, bringing modern design to a heritage look. The
Fall 2018 styles are breathable, flexible and water-resistant.
New to the Fresh Foam lineup for Fall 2018 is the generously cushioned
Fresh Foam Beacon. The ground contact compound is designed to be
durable without the need for a full rubber outsole. The upper is constructed
from circular knit mesh.
The Melissa Be Shine is an update to the Melissa Be style, now with an on-trend shiny finish giving the shoe an iridescent/holographic vibe. The vegan,
recyclable, waterproof and eco-friendly style is offered in iridescent red, iridescent blue, gold and silver.
Taking eco to the extreme in a performance shoe, the Conspiracy III is
a sturdy trail shoe that aims to minimize its environmental footprint. It has
waterproof-breathable construction and advanced traction and is made with
recycled materials and reduced water usage and waste in its construction.
In Fall 2019 the Mike Li, an athleisure style with tech attributes, gets new
colorways. It is designed to feel as good as it looks. The stretchy upper and
drop-in heel make for an easy-on, easy-off shoe and a jersey lining makes
it ready for barefoot wear.
Melissa Be Shine
Swims Motion Line
New Balance
Fresh Foam
Beacon
OluKai Mike Li
Columbia
Conspiracy III
Titanium Outdry
Extreme Eco
