With the new school year approaching, it's time to upgrade your or your loved one’s footwear rotation. Start the year off right by with our premium footwear brands that have you covered for all your back-to-school footwear needs. Shop must-have sneakers from FEATURE x Vans Vault, Nike, New Balance, Converse + more.

To begin, Vans Vault has anyone covered for their back-to-school footwear essentials. The Vans Vault Authentic 44 DX ‘Anaheim Factory’ makes an impression with its woven upper and all-over checkerboard pattern. The 3D design is intricate, contrasting against the standard canvas silhouette. Vans Vault revisits its archives with needlepoint designs that originated in this design between the 70s and 80s. The tonal rubber outsole protects the inner cushioning and OrthoLite sockliner for a finishing touch. Another must-have footwear design is the FEATURE x Vans Vault ‘Sinner’s Club’ Part II OG Authentic LX. Introduced as the second capsule of our ongoing ‘Sinner’s Club’ collaboration with Vans Vault, this old-school Vegas-inspired silhouette features a suede composition paired with patent leather and velvet panels. It's glitter fabrication and embroidered branding wrap up the look.

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Nike is another brand that has anyone covered with new shoes for the school year. The classic Nike Dunk High Retro ‘Panda’ is an excellent addition to any collection with its minimalist and easily-pairable aesthetic. The silhouette features a leather upper with additional contrasting leather overlays. The sneaker’s high-cut design and Nike branding make another impression. Perforations on the toe box and a rubber outsole wrap up the remainder of the look. Another must-have sneaker is the Converse x Comme des Garçons PLAY All-Star Chuck ‘70 Hi. This collaborative sneaker made in collaboration with Converse and Comme des Garçons PLAY takes on a canvas upper as well as a signature printed bug-eyed red heart graphic along the sides. The aged midsole and exposed stitching wrap up the look.

A final sneaker that makes a great addition to any footwear rotation is the classic New Balance 550 in White/Grey. This premium sneaker makes an impression with its leather upper and low-top front. The perforations and tonal branding make a statement, while the mesh collar and tongue offer comfort for long-lasting longevity. The woven tongue label, EVA wedge, and rubber outsole complete the rest of the sneaker.

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