20/07/2025

ON SUNDAY JULY 20, 2025 theSunday Special IV Sporty sneakers for the swagger dads

From classic hoops to fresh designer collaborations, here are a few picks for that special man W HETHER you’re a young dad mastering midnight nappy changes or cel ebrating twenty years of raising strong, indepen dent daughters, good style never goes out of season. A great pair of sneakers, be it Jordans, Air Force or a classic New Balance, brings an easy edge to any look. Each year, bold and big brands race to release the freshest drops of sneakers and this season is no exception. For Father’s Day, consider this your cue to surprise the discerning dads with something cool, comfortable and newly iconic. Or why not treat yourself to a pair from the classic favourites? After all, true style only gets better with age. Supreme Nike x Air Max 1 For the past 23 years, Nike and Su preme have joined forces to release some of the most iconic sneakers the world has seen. Yet the Air Max 1 remained untouched, quietly tucked away in the archive. That changed in March, when the two powerhouses shifted the landscape by unveiling the long-awaited release. Available in purple, yellow, black or white, each pair is crafted in VPRRWK OHDWKHU DQG ¿QLVKHG ZLWK a touch of snakeskin print on the Swoosh. It raises the question: Was it kept hidden all these years because it was too good to rush? This is the kind of sneaker for the man who wants to strip things back while still making a statement.

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Converse Shai 001 Named after NBA fans’ favourite, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, this sneaker was born from a wave of requests calling for a dedicated line in his honour. In February, &RQYHUVH ¿QDOO\ GHOLYHUHG ZLWK WKH ODXQFK of the Shai 001, a debut that was met with roaring approval. One fan called it ‘an appropriately fashion-forward sneaker with serious performance credentials beneath the hood.’ The buttery yellow launch colour was a bold yet balanced, perfect for dads looking to keep things understated while injecting fresh energy into their everyday look.

Nike Zoom Vomero 5 With its richly layered upper, this Y2K-era runner is tailored for the life of the dad on the go. Beyond its eleven available colourways, the Nike Zoom Vomero 5 perfectly balances simplic ity and style. Whether paired with workout shorts, denim or black slacks, a comfortable, well-made sneaker is what every dad deserves after a long week at work. This is the kind of pair you won’t regret investing in. A timeless staple built to stand strong against the ever changing tides of fast fashion. Nik Wit Y2 of av V