Imagine one day. Your girlfriend’s birthday is near. You find your beau browsing some sneakers, suddenly taking an interest after having a browse through JD Sports, or Sole What. She notices you standing behind, observing the shoes that she’s looking at. Suddenly, her voice breaks the silence. The clicking of the mouse stops. She says to you, hinting, “Hey, if you were to buy me shoes, which one would you get?”
You become a tiny bit anxious. You worry about the sheer variety that’s selling on sites. You wonder what your significant other’s personality is like. Is she a runner? Does she like classic designs, or classic inspired? Fear takes over slowly. You panic. All hope is lost.
Obviously this story is a bit exaggerated, but regardless, we at Masses are here to help you choose 8 entry level sneakers that are in the current as of now.
Fila Disruptor
The Disruptor made its comeback last year into the mainstream and has become a chunky shoe mainstay ever since. Thick midsole with an overly cleated outsole with FILA branding embroidered ensures extra comfort and a guaranteed stand out wherever you wear it.
Price: RM 389
Adidas I-5923
Previously known as the Iniki, the I-5923 takes inspiration from classic 70s runners from Adidas’ own archives, and translating it for a more modern take. Knit mesh upper is mated to suede overlays and finished with a full-length BOOST sole to complete the silhouette, ensuring a comfort with every step taken throughout the day.
Price: RM 600
Converse One Star
The One Star has had a refresh in the recent months, cementing itself as a go to everyday shoe that’s understated yet is chock full of details around the upper. Uppers can be had in suede or leather, with contrast stitching, set upon an EVA midsole and Ortholite sockliner with a star adorning the lateral portion of the shoe. Understatement never looked so good.
Price: RM 370
Adidas NMD R1
If you want a blast from a saturated past, look no further than the NMD R1, in all of its basic glory. The NMD’s glory days were had when it was first released in 2015, which subsequently blew up the sneaker scene and fell into ubiquity a year after that. Regardless, if you still want to relieve the glory days, there’s still aplenty at all stores in Klang Valley.
Price: RM 560
Nike Air Max 90
The Air Max 90 is as timeless as timeless gets. Instantly recognisable anywhere with comfort to boot, The Air Max 90 is a must for any starter collection to the world of Air. Plenty of editions are available at reasonable prices, so you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Price: RM 479 – RM 509
Adidas Stan Smith
Simple, comfortable, functional, easy to clean. It’s small wonder then, why the Stan Smiths are the most popular shoe in Adidas’ own lineup. Simple white leather with a green heel tab matches with any outfit you throw at it; it’s one to go to for any occasion, ever. It’s that versatile, and there’s no reason why you shouldn’t be getting one.
Price: RM380
Nike Epic React
A more performance oriented entry, The Epic React debuts Nike’s new Epic foam, 13% more bouncier than the Lunarlon, and is the brands direct answer to BOOST. The Epic React features thick amounts of it too, sculpted to strengthen the stress points and allow as much flex as possible for a more responsive run. But if you’re not feeling up to it, it also doubles as a damn comfortable lifestyle shoe. Give this a go if you’re feeling a bit generous on your purse.
Price: RM 589
Vans Slip-On
For a die die shoe that can take any sort of abuse you throw at it and still manages to get you through the day comfortably, look no further than the Vans Slip-On. Old school vibes all round, the Slip-On combines a canvas upper with elastics for easy slip-on and off, cladded with a tough vulcanised midsole and waffle tread for all-weather grip. You can’t do this no wrong.
Price: RM 200
