Sneaker Freaks: This Year's Best Buys and Next Year's Next Buys | feature

We asked five sneaker freaks about this year's best buys and next year's next buys!

The sneaker scene in 2023 saw a variety of topics. From skate shoes undergoing a revival, to tech-inspired products incorporating the latest technology, to collaborations with a twist, the choices are endless. What kind of shoes did the five sneaker lovers purchase? We all have as many memories as the number of times we've worn them, and as many times as we've walked in them, we've grown attached to them. So we asked each of them to pick out their best buys for this year and two next-buy pairs that they are aiming for next year.

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PROFILE

Yoppi

Joined the press team of ATMOS, responsible for all press work including PR and media relations. She is also a member of the press team for Atmos.YoutubeHe is also active in He enjoys sauna and running.
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BEST BUY

BEST BUY

Above the Clouds × Asics GT-2160

Exquisite coloring and transparency.

In my profession, I receive more information on sneakers every day than I can keep up with. Each time I do, I wonder whether or not to buy them, but I decided to buy this model immediately upon first glance. ASICS is a Japanese sports brand, so its products are all comfortable and easy on the feet. The "GT-2160" is popular among both men and women, and I had always been interested in its trendy, techie design. The new release was a collaboration with the Canadian skate brand "Averb the Crows. The design is cute with blue and silver colors on a gentle green base, and the translucent TPE material used from the toe to the sides of the upper is also a key point. From sweats to flared pants, this is a special pair that blends in with a variety of bottoms.

NEXT BUY

NEXT BUY

NIKE W SHOX TL

It is very popular within Atmos!

When asked "Which Nike products would you recommend to girls? SHOX" is the first thing I mention when asked which Nike shoes I recommend to girls. The all-black color in particular has a high approval rate and is so popular that not a day goes by that no one in the company is not wearing them. The voluminous sole may look difficult to style at first glance, but when matched with denim or a skirt, they give the right amount of impact to your feet and look really cool. I'm the type of person who decides on sneakers depending on my mood when I go out every day, but there were several times when I thought, "I want to wear SHOX," so I'll probably buy them (laughs). I'm a natural, so I'm looking forward to seeing the different colors!
Price: ¥26,400

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