YMC x Novesta
We can count our favourite Slovakian sneaker brands on the fingers of Sir Ranulph Fiennes’ frostbite-ravaged hand. But the undisputed champ is Novesta, which has handmade its canvas lace-ups in the same factory since 1939. Its hallmark is the press-and-seal sole, where sustainable rubber is moulded to the upper to leave a unique tyre tread pattern. We’re as taken with them as YMC, the pair teaming up for a collection that marries Novesta’s craftsmanship to the brand’s favourite SS16 fabrics, from woven indigo to Hawaiian patterns. That’s your summer footwear problems sorted. Available at YMC, priced from £60.
Nike’s introduced a sweet tooth-satiating colourway to its SB Dunk. The Premium Waffle boasts an upper patterned like its namesake dessert, with the Swoosh doused in a liberal serving of syrup. There’s also a lightweight, cushioned midsole, which would technically give you more control of the board under your feet. But we all know you’re not going to scratch these up in the park. Available at Nike, priced £70.
