Yup, we know it’s hard to quench the thirst for sneakers, especially with an increasing amount of releases available locally and the ever-evolving trends. However, our wallet’s contents are finite, making the prospect of buying that new and expensive hyped pair a difficulty for many of us.
If you’re not planning on spending big bucks on sneakers, here are some cheaper alternatives to satisfy your sneaker cravings while still looking fly in the game.
1. Vans Checkerboard Slip-On – RM179
Thanks to the influence of Fear Of God founder Jerry Lorenzo and Justin Bieber constantly flashing out the Checkered Vans, this pair is pretty much back to its glory days. It’s now mostly seen together with zipper pants for the FOG-Kanye vibes.
2. Converse Chuck Taylor 70’s Low ‘Black’ – RM239
It may look like yet another typical Converse pair, but the classic 1970s version will definitely be one of your daily beaters after you’ve tried them on. It’s one of our favourites here at Masses Studio!
3. Nike Roshe Two – RM399
Widely accepted by runners and casual sneaker enthusiasts, the newly released Nike Roshe Two will keep your feet cosy while perfectly complementing your attire for a Saturday night party or providing the functionality desired for a Sunday morning jog.
4. Adidas Stan Smith – RM350
There is a misconception that the Adidas Superstar is adidas’ best selling sneaker in history. If you think so, I’m afraid you’re wrong; the Stan Smith actually holds that title. HOW ABOUT THAT?! The best part about the Stan Smith is that you can both dress up and dress down with it, killing two birds with one… sneaker.
5. Vans Old Skool – RM219
“Some days I’m in my Yeezys, some days I’m in my Vans”. Thanks to the mighty Kanye effect and some of the biggest names in the music and fashion industries such as ASAP Rocky and G Dragon, the Vans Old Skool is back in the limelight. Now go get yours and be a hypebeast!
If you’re even shorter on budget than usual and not willing to deprive your wallet of over RM200 for a single pair of kicks… well, you could always head up to your nearest bundle shop or facebook sneaker group to get some pairs using the most Malaysian method: “Bro, boleh nego ke?”
