Compass ‘09 Recap: Fashion-Forward Kicks
Posted by Peter Sim | Feb 19, 2009 Of course, we at Nice Kicks love the retros and limited edition sneaks, but it’s always a breath of fresh air to see something new and different.
Last week, Nice Kicks went out to Las Vegas for the 2nd annual Compass trade show to check out the latest offerings from next generation brands like PRO-Keds, 100 Styles and Running, Vael Project, and The People’s Shoe. Taking inspirations from athletic performance to high luxury, there were a lot of progressive and modern styles for any sneaker fan - It was a great to see the future of footwear bubbling under one roof. Again, many thanks to BPMW and all the brands that showed us love - check out the kicks after the jump. Of course, this won’t be for everyone so let the hating begin. |
ABINGTON
Even though it was originally popular with Jersey frat boys, Timberland will always be a staple in the streets - especially in the north where boots are a must. Abington was the original product line of Timberland, but has been revamped to introduce the vintage boot on top of a technical Vibram outsole. Only available at select spots, their newest styles show the quality of materials and construction.
Abington
Abington
SKIVE
Skive is a new brand out of the UK focused on athletic performance and lifestyle. Duo-Vent, their patent-pending technology incorporates an air hole system similar to Nike’s Tuned Air but allowing air to flow through the sole.
Skive
Skive
PRO-Keds
PRO-Keds has made a good look for the 09 by going back to their old-school roots and revisiting classic styles. The quality of materials and design is a significant improvement from their previously confused styles. Also, there is a greater expansion of colorways to really make the simplicity of their kicks pop.
PRO-Keds
PRO-Keds
PRO-Keds
PRO-Keds
Feb 23, 2009 at 9:16 pm
the pro keds are nice
Feb 22, 2009 at 2:42 am
The PONYs are dope!! I just found out that the brand name is an acronym for Product Of New York. I can’t wait to see more from those guys.
Feb 20, 2009 at 8:29 pm
I LIKE THE SHMACKs…WE’VE HAD EM N OUR FINISHLINE 4 BOUT A YEAR OR SO..
Feb 20, 2009 at 2:42 pm
i love these, i was there in vegas and the owners gave me the low-cut blue and white pair very comfy and a very good price point
Feb 20, 2009 at 10:00 am
mad love to 100 Styles and Running. And Running. And Running
probably one of my favorite brands out right now and coming with the freshness
Feb 19, 2009 at 7:16 pm
Oh gotta give the hi leather blk pro keds and the blk lows some luv too.
Feb 19, 2009 at 7:14 pm
Def like a couple of them Schamacks and could do them ponys too.
Feb 19, 2009 at 5:52 pm
i’d definatly roc some of those Pony’s
and the first two schmacks were fire
Feb 19, 2009 at 5:39 pm
some great ideas. i dont love the wallabees wit those elastic laces but its definetly creative
Feb 19, 2009 at 4:20 pm
are the Schmack’s in stores? if not how long do we have to wait?
Feb 19, 2009 at 3:57 pm
Schmack are fresh
Feb 19, 2009 at 3:55 pm
the shmacks and the ponys are the nicest ones here
but still dont like em
Feb 19, 2009 at 3:53 pm
Hot Lava Shmacks lol
Feb 19, 2009 at 3:53 pm
every single one of these are BUSTED!
Feb 19, 2009 at 3:52 pm
oh yeah and Schmack Reppin for VA all day
Feb 19, 2009 at 3:51 pm
The pony’s are actually pretty nice…. might have 2 copp