Shoestyle

This silhouette is low-cut and, since it doesn’t cover the ankle at all, offers the greatest possible freedom of movement—but consequently lacks additional stability and extra protection. Because less upper material is required overall, a low-top shoe is usually much lighter. For a more technical skater, this style is the better choice in most cases.

The upper of this type of shoe fully encloses the ankle, ensuring a stable footing and providing additional protection. Some mid-top shoes offer excellent freedom of movement thanks to special features in the upper—though this isn’t always the case, and when it is, it’s noted in our product descriptions and feature lists.

A high-top sneaker is the natural evolution of a mid-top. Everything mentioned above regarding the mid-top applies equally to this very high silhouette.

A boot in the classic sense is designed for outdoor use off paved roads and is constructed accordingly. However, our boot collection is about more than just that; it’s about the perfect fusion of function and style. As a result, our selection in this category is 100% streetwear-ready. A high-top silhouette with comfortable padding and high-quality, partially weather-resistant materials, as well as a sturdy sole construction with a deep tread, are the most distinctive features.

In German, the term “Runner” refers to a running shoe. Originally designed for jogging, runners have always held a prominent place in the streetwear scene. A runner always features a low-top silhouette, is extremely lightweight, offers excellent cushioning, and is equipped with a grippy outsole that provides perfect roll-off characteristics.

It’s also partly a matter of getting used to it, and style plays an important role as well—tastes vary. A pair of skate shoes is by no means a guarantee of good skating; that takes determination, a good dose of sweat, and, of course, a certain amount of talent.