Basic Sneakers / Trainer
Basic Sneakers / Trainer
Basic Sneakers / Trainer
Veja
Volley Sneaker - White
$220.64
Italist
-24%
Dolce & Gabbana
Gold Calfskin Low Top Womens Sneakers
$680.00
$895.00
LUX LAIR
Veja
Campo Sneaker - White
$183.33
Italist
-40%
Golden Goose
Ball Star leather platform sneakers Beige
$417.00
$695.00
Mytheresa
Veja
Campo Sneaker - White
$179.39
Italist
-22%
Dsquared2
White Calf Leather Bos Taurus Athletic Mens Sneakers
$420.00
$539.00
LUX LAIR
Maison Margiela
Replica Suede & Leather Sneakers White
$790.00
Neiman Marcus
Dolce & Gabbana
Portofino Sneaker - Gold
$630.13
Italist
Alo
Recovery Mode Sneaker in Natural White/Gum, Size: 16M/17.5W
$195.00
Alo Yoga
Golden Goose
Super-Star Sneaker - White
$649.85
Italist
-47%
Cole Haan
Womens Grand Crosscourt Rydell Sneakers - White Size 10.5
$79.95
$150.00
Cole Haan
Golden Goose
Ball Star Sneaker - White
$682.76
Italist
Alo
Recovery Mode Sneaker in Natural White, Size: 16M/17.5W
$195.00
Alo Yoga
Veja
Volley Sneaker - White
$195.04
Italist
-43%
Cole Haan
Womens Grand Crosscourt Davie Sneakers - White Size 10.5
$99.95
$175.00
Cole Haan
Veja
Leather Low-Top Sneaker - White
$220.64
Italist
Alo
Recovery Mode Sneaker in Clay, Size: 16M/17.5W
$195.00
Alo Yoga
Veja
Leather High-Top Sneakers - White
$179.40
Italist
Cole Haan
Mens GrandPrø Crossover Sneakers - White Size 10.5
$180.00
Cole Haan
Autry
Medalist Sneaker - White
$258.64
Italist
Cole Haan
Mens GrandPrø Crossover Sneakers - Black Size 10.5
$180.00
Cole Haan
Veja
Campo Sneaker - White
$177.82
Italist
-47%
Cole Haan
Womens Grand Crosscourt Rydell Sneakers - White Size 10.5
$79.95
$150.00
Cole Haan
Autry
Medalist Sneaker - White
$292.06
Italist
-47%
Cole Haan
Womens Grand Crosscourt Rydell Sneakers - Black Size 10.5
$79.95
$150.00
Cole Haan
Golden Goose
Soul Star Sneaker - Multicolor
$363.95
Italist
Vince
Oasis Suede Sneaker Green
$144.00
Rue La La
Golden Goose
Super Star Sneaker - White
$444.24
Italist
-63%
Santoni
White Leather Women Womens Sneakers
$300.00
$803.00
LUX LAIR
Dolce & Gabbana
Dolce&Gabbana Bassa Sneaker - White
$475.98
Italist
-23%
Yohji Yamamoto
White Calf Leather Bos Taurus Athletic Mens Sneakers
$316.00
$410.00
LUX LAIR
Valentino Garavani
Open Sneaker - White
$483.62
Italist
Converse
Chuck Lift Platform Sneakers Beige
$90.00
Anthropologie
Valentino Garavani
Open Sneaker - White
$483.62
Italist
Intentionally blank
Sporty Ballet Sneakers White
$198.00
Anthropologie
Valentino Garavani
Open Sneaker - White
$483.62
Italist
Alohas
TB.24 Sneakers Beige
$190.00
Anthropologie
Valentino Garavani
Open Sneaker - White
$499.62
Italist
Veja
V-90 Sneakers Blue
$190.00
Anthropologie
Valentino Garavani
Open Sneaker - Black
$499.62
Italist
Veja
Panenka Sneakers Purple
$170.00
Anthropologie
Valentino Garavani
Open Sneaker - White
$499.62
Italist
Intentionally blank
Sporty Ballet Sneakers Black
$198.00
Anthropologie
Golden Goose
Leather Low-Top Sneaker - White
$511.09
Italist
Puma
Speedcat Lou Metallic Sneakers Gold
$110.00
Anthropologie
Veja
Esplar Sneakers - White
$135.60
Italist
Maeve
Woven Leather Sneakers Brown
$168.00
Anthropologie
Veja
Campo Sneaker - White
$235.08
Italist
Intentionally blank
Sporty Ballet Sneakers Green
$198.00
Anthropologie
Veja
V-95 Sneakers - White
$178.49
Italist
Vans
LX Authentic 44 Sneakers White
$100.00
Anthropologie
Converse
Chuck 70 Ox Sneaker - Black
$102.26
Italist
Vans
Authentic HI 2.0 Sneakers Blue
$70.00
Anthropologie
Asics
GT-2160 Sneaker - White
$219.96
Italist
Vans
Authentic HI 2.0 Sneakers Black
$70.00
Anthropologie
Alohas
Multicolor Leather Sneaker - Brown
$225.67
Italist
Veja
Campo Leather Sneakers Brown
$175.00
Anthropologie
Veja
Sneaker - White
$222.68
Italist
Veja
ChromeFree Recife Sneakers Beige
$180.00
Anthropologie
Veja
Campo Sneaker - Beige
$210.32
Italist
Veja
Volley O. T. Sneakers Gold
$155.00
Anthropologie
Veja
Campo Sneaker - Black
$180.22
Italist
Keen
Jasper Zionic Sneakers Purple
$150.00
Anthropologie
Veja
Esplar Sneakers - White
$175.92
Italist
Keen
Jasper Zionic Sneakers Beige
$150.00
Anthropologie
adidas
Sneaker - Black
$243.29
Italist
Veja
Panenka Sneakers Green
$170.00
Anthropologie
Vans
Lx Authentic Sneaker - Black
$136.36
Italist
Alo
Recovery Mode Sneaker in Black/Gum, Size: 14.5M/16W
$195.00
Alo Yoga
Veja
Campo Sneaker - White
$235.08
Italist
Veja
V-10 Prime Sneakers Gold
$180.00
Anthropologie
Veja
Campo Sneaker - White
$181.49
Italist
Reformation
Terra Sneakers Blue
$198.00
Anthropologie
Autry
Leather Low-Top Sneaker - White
$247.08
Italist
Converse
Chuck Taylor Lift Platform Sneakers Pink
$77.00
Anthropologie
Santoni
Leather Platform with Pom Pom Sneakers - White
$269.74
Italist
-34%
Jil Sander
White Leather Platform Womens Sneakers
$551.00
$837.00
LUX LAIR
Veja
Panenka Sneaker - White
$121.26
Italist
-22%
Dolce & Gabbana
Silver Calfskin Athletic Mens Sneakers
$554.00
$709.00
LUX LAIR
Autry
Medalist Platform Sneaker - White
$279.50
Italist
-53%
Dolce & Gabbana
White Classic Calf Leather Sneakers Womens Shoes
$349.00
$749.00
LUX LAIR
Autry
Medalist Platform Sneaker - White
$285.05
Italist
-21%
Dolce & Gabbana
White Calf Leather Bos Taurus Athletic Mens Sneakers
$592.00
$749.00
LUX LAIR
Dolce & Gabbana
Logo-Embellished Low-Top Sneaker - White
$526.68
Italist
-23%
Golden Goose
Multicolor Leather Athletic Womens Sneakers
$594.00
$767.00
LUX LAIR
Dolce & Gabbana
Calf Leather Low-Top Sneaker - White
$317.03
Italist
-20%
Valentino Garavani
Bicolor Calfskin Mens Sneakers
$608.00
$761.00
LUX LAIR
Burberry
Terrace Sneaker - White
$543.20
Italist
Alo
Recovery Mode Sneaker in Pink/White, Size: 15M/16.5W
$195.00
Alo Yoga
The Basic Anatomy of Sneakers Explained
The Basic Anatomy of Sneakers Explained
When you’re shopping for sneakers, it’s important to know exactly what it is you’re looking for. Do you need a pair for running? Or a pair to kick your feet up and look cool in? Regardless of the materials used or if they’re for fashion or function, every pair of basic sneakers are usually built with the same parts.
Knowing these parts can help you figure out the qualities you want in a new pair of sneakers. Use this guide and you’ll become more of a sneaker expert the next time you’re shoe shopping.
- Heel: The back part of the shoe. The heel raises up from the sole and acts as support for the back of the foot.
- Insole: The uppermost layer of the sole. It’s the part of the sneaker you put your foot on top of. It’s also usually one of the cheapest parts of the sneaker, after the laces. Insoles can affect your arches if the material is too thin or flat, and they are also removable.
- Lining: The inside of the shoe. The lining is the part of the sneaker that actually touches your feet and can serve several purposes, like cushioning and moisture-wicking, depending on the material used.
- Midsole: The layer of the sole between the insole or upper and the outsole. Usually formed from a lightweight material like foam, it provides shock absorption and adds comfort to a sneaker.
- Outsole: The outermost part of the sole. The outsole is the last layer of the sole and is the part that actually touches the ground. The type of outsole a shoe has determines its grip.
- Sole: The bottom portion of the shoe, the part that you put your foot on and walk on. It is made up of layers—the insole, midsole and outsole.
- Upper: The top portion of the shoe. The upper contains the rest of the parts that are attached to the sole, the parts that actually cover your foot.
- Toe Box: The section above the toes. The toe box is a part of the upper and functions as comfort and protection while enclosing the top of the foot.
What do you need in your next pair of sneakers? Now that you’ve got the terminology down, you’ll be able to find it with no problem.
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