Late-September 2025

The New Shoes
on Our Radar

sperry x colbo captain's oxford

Late-September 2025

The New Shoes on Our Radar

From Nike’s most advanced runner to a rugged collaboration

As we settle into fall, it's the perfect time to reconsider your footwear rotation. There are so many great styles dropping these days, we thought we would pull a few of our current favorites to showcase. From a pair of advanced running sneakers and a relaxed take on the loafer to some rugged collaboration, these are the kicks our team can't stop talking about.

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Pegasus Premium
Sneaker

Nike just went full “sci-runner”. The Pegasus Premium packs a triple stack of support for your next run or training session. We're talking the brand's proprietary ZoomX high-energy-return foam, the ReactX midsole, and a wild Air Zoom bubble unit that runs the entire length of the shoe. Then there's rugged yet featherlight knit upper. The result? A ride so snappy you'll swear there's rocket fuel underfoot. Add aggressive waffle traction to ground you, and you've got a pair that doesn't just run—it soars through your miles.

$220 by Nike

Naples Clog

The Birkenstock Naples is like if your favorite loafer decided to chill out and work from home. Think handsome moc-stitch detailing up top, but wide open slide-on ease down below. And, of course, you've still got that signature cork footbed comfort. Finished in soft suede or rugged oiled leather, they're equal parts relaxed and refined. Basically, the kind of shoe you'll end up wearing way more than you planned.

$160 by Birkenstock

Captain’s Oxford

Sperry just teamed with Colbo again on a shoe that nails the balance between heritage and modern minimalism. You might've clocked these on the runway during Colbo's recent show, but the Captain's Oxford was actually Sperry's first casual shoe back in 1934. Built from Horween leather with a rugged Vibram sole, it's got a foldable midsole and vintage-leaning details. It's the kind of shoe that feels broken-in from day one, but only looks better the more you beat it up—perfectly suited for everyday wear heading into fall.

$350 by Sperry x Colbo

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Made in USA
992 Sneaker

The legendary 992 is back in New Balance's Made in America lineup, and it hasn't lost a step. The fan-favorite silhouette stays true to its classic form, upgraded with premium suede and mesh. Underfoot, ABZORB cushioning at the heel and forefoot delivers that unmistakable all-day comfort. And the dark, monochromatic textural “covert green” colorway feels perfect for the season. Proof that timeless design still runs laps around the rest.

$199.99 by New Balance

Aztec Boat Shoe

Vinny's makes classic shoes that always go the extra mile. The brand's take on a timeless boat shoe is stylish, sure but also throws in enough oomph to set them apart. The Vibram lugged sole, backed by 80+ years of Italian-designed heritage, adds all-terrain grip, which means you can venture out even in the worst conditions. That's the beauty of these, you can wear 'em like a boot with jeans or work pants or throw 'em on with proper trousers. Anything goes.

$395 / $316 by Vinny's

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