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Definite kicks to cop

- MONICA R. LOPEZ / Writer

When it comes to searching for that perfect pair of shoes, majority of what most look for is its durability and function. Over the years, different brands continue to provide such but add in a few extra features enhancing style, elegance and versatilit­y. And as the new season rolls in, so do the trends.

With this in mind, leading global footwear brands present this season’s hottest collection­s and styles.

Putting ladies first since 1916, Keds brings four kinds of kicks to watch out for: The Court Classics, reimagined with a feminine touch fused with its sport-inspired collection, the Fall 2017 collection dubbed Weather or Not, with its weatherize­d pieces making for a worry-free day out rain or shine, the newest collection comprising high-top and triple sneakers with colors ranging from forest green to blush pink and last, Keds’ Champion redefined, as it gets a comfort upgrade with an Ortholite footbed for that extra bounce and breathabil­ity. Skechers puts the spotlight on knits with its newest sneakers with Skechknit, quality running shoes with the Go Run series, as it is equipped with the patented M-Strike (Mid-foot strike) technology providing efficiency in each stride; its Gowalk series with Gogamax insoles for cushion and bounce, making walking effortless and hailed as the number one Walking Shoe in the USA; as well as advanced lighted shoes from Skechers Kids with fresh and sparkly shoes for their day out in the playground.

With Sperry, headlining the latest 7 Seas collection is the Sperry 7 Seas Carbon. Sporting a high-strength knit upper with rip-stop collar, rubberized mudguard, Beastly Traction featuring more agressive lugs, a Fierce Fit design and Hydropel to shed water and dry quickly, it’s a footwear that allows its wearer to tackle the elements with ease. There’s also the Flooded Pack, inspired by the trending monochroma­tic look, perfect for days when one wants to dress down. There’s also the Authentic Original 2-Eye Color Sole collection, upgrading the classic with a pop of color in its rubber soles; as well as its classic CVO sneakers, an icon since 1935 and a timeless staple.

High-performanc­e brand Merrell presents Moab 2, a reliable and revamped classic built for comfort and durability much like the original Moab that locks the feet in place and with a precise instep for added support; its latest version of its lifestyle shoe, the Merrell 1SIX8 AC+ with the signature Merrell Air Cushion+ with breathable mesh and EVA contoured footbed; as well as its Merrell bags like the Tamarack with carefully thought out features for those hiking activities and day trips.

Last is Saucony with its collection­s like the Saucony Marl Pack, a remix of favorites and award-winning shoes—Triumph ISO 3, Kinvara 8 and Kineta Relay—in a sleeker palette; its new Heathered Chroma Pack, high in performanc­e at the same time perfect for any occasion; its Liteform series made with combinatio­n of lightweigh­t uppers and cushioned soles for all-day comfort; and last, the Jazz Original from Saucony Originals with jersey upper that acts like a sweatshirt and a shock-absorbing striped EVA midsole for that added ease.

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