5 Shoes We’ll Be Wearing in the Future

Heart Chuck Taylor All Stars forever. Originally made for shooting hoops, this basketball shoe has been adopted by every subculture you can think of. These sneakers pretty much need their own IMDB page, given how many artfully curated indie scenes they’ve starred in. A pair of well-loved Chucks is the secret sauce to add high-low edge to basically anything. Ruffled party dresses, work trousers, culottes and yes even suiting. It’s as if the more unlikely the pairing the better they look. 

It’s hard to imagine life without this stylishly supportive sandal (once deemed daggy) and frankly we don’t want to. The brand dates back to 18th century Germany, and anything that’s endured the test of that much time is basically indestructible. Given its ability to assimilate every street-style look and still be cool – even winter socks – is proof in the pudding. 

Homegrown heroes that are worshipped far and wide by rural and urban natives alike, they tick all the boxes for utility, comfort and notable style respect. The unmistakable Chelsea boot can be spotted anywhere from weddings to outback tussling. A true blue Aussie icon.

This bootie will eternally be relevant given it’s ultra-cosy factor. Loved by Cali surfers since the ‘70s, the simple pleasure of warm sheepskin on the toes never grows old. 

The hardworking combat boot cemented it’s street cred with British punk gangs. But before it’s rebel status these were sold simply as a gardening shoe. An icon for a modern era of empowerment, there is no quieting this cult classic.