Adidas by Raf Simons Stan Smith Spring 2015

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I can't recall, in my relatively brief experience of the industry, a shoe being released to such acclaim only to be so overdone and over-worn in such a short period of time. It's truly a testament to the modern landscape and how quickly trends are moving today. That said, if any shoe can stand up to the hype and navigate the varying levels of appeal and acceptance, it's the Stan Smith. This spring Raf Simons has again re-coloured the shoe in solid tones, the pale pink and clear sky being the standouts for me personally.

—Available from Totokaelo

Adidas Stan Smith White Perforated Leather

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While Adidas continue to roll out the Stan Smith in seemingly endless colour options, there are few that stand out. This all white version, however, featuring a perforated leather upper and tonal tongue portrait and heel tab, gives the shoe a fresh feel and a crisp look.

—Available from End

Adidas Stan Smith

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While Adidas continue to struggle putting the right foot forward, they have recognized a few good steps from their past recently, namely the Stan Smith. With a controlled release last year, followed by an exclusive Consortium pack, the general release version comes in three colours this spring: red, navy and, of course, the classic green. It's a great, simple sneaker and nobody would deny it. While I'm very tempted to pick up a pair myself, I still have a hard time committing to a brand I feel has somewhat lost its way within the modern market.

—Available at Nitty Gritty