7 useless and short-lived models of sneakers. You should definitely not buy them

From an ordinary shoe, sneakers have long been transformed into works of art or a way to make a statement. But not always the designer’s idea can be implemented into ordinary life. We’ve gathered seven types of sneakers you shouldn’t buy if you have big plans for your shoes.

Plush

Such models in the last few years very often began to appear in both mass-market and luxury. Nike, PUMA, Reebok and adidas have already released their plush pairs.

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Why shouldn’t you buy fur and plush sneakers? This material gives your closet a special cozy feel, but it’s also a hassle: it attracts dust very quickly, but it’s very difficult to clean at home. Plus, the lint from wet weather will roll off very soon, and all the charm of your shoes will be lost.

Plastic

Fortunately, we have survived the boom of transparent shoes – shoes and heels made of elastic plastic remained in the trends of the past, but plastic models are still found now.

Such shoes do not breathe at all – this is perhaps its most important disadvantage. In sneakers, completely covered with a film, to pass more than an hour without discomfort is unlikely to be possible. Choose breathable shoes made of technological materials, manufacturers offer no less colorful options than “naked” shoes.

Despite the fact that many brands reported their departure from the Russian market, they can still be bought. The material told where it can be done.

Volumetric

When to ugly-shoes we have already gotten used to, manufacturers began to experiment with the form even more boldly. Now shoes have become not only to protect the foot, but to be a self-sufficient object that sometimes… interferes with walking.

A shoe that goes far beyond your size will cling to everything around it – rocks, curbs or the feet of neighbors. From this it quickly deforms, so such futuristic models are better left for home interiors or photo shoots.

With volumetric inserts

When we talk about inserts on shoes, we involuntarily remember designer Jeremy Scott, who together with adidas released a whole series of “winged” sneakers and sneakers with teddy bears. Scott’s example is followed by other brands, such as Gundam Sneaker.

The sneakers are equipped with removable Velcro parts, with the help of which you can change the look of your shoes every day.

Such inserts, as in the previous paragraph, are not made for a calm carefree walk. To everything else, the details are most often attached to Velcro, which over time loses its properties. Leave such models for admiration.

With complex details

There are many such models on the market now: Balenciaga, Balmain, Off-White – luxury brands have made details their thing. But along with the authenticity of such silhouettes, you risk the hassle of taking care of them.

Take a look at the Nike Zoom MMW 4. Now imagine how long it will take you to clean your sneakers if you suddenly step in mud. Even just wiping off the dust will not be easy.

On a high sole

As much as sneakers do not symbolize comfort, some of them are designed to give the opposite effect. In addition to the fact that the models on a large platform – it is not fashionable, and also dangerous.

Slip or stumble in such shoes is just scary: due to the height, the risk of injury skyrockets. Of course, there are pairs with a small sole, such as Air Jordan 1 Low LV8D or Run Star Hike, but even they need to get used to and wear with caution.

With lots of embellishments

Such models are especially characteristic of luxury brands – Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, Valentino. At any of the brands you will certainly find sneakers with rhinestones, patches, brooches and other accessories.

First, such accessories will complicate care – not all cleaning products are suitable for such shoes. Secondly, most often they are very heavy sneakers, so it will be difficult to wear them for a long time. Third, such shoes are often counterfeited – there is a risk of merging with the crowd that bought their shoes at the market.

To see what sneakers choose western stars this season, you can see in our previous material.