CHECK OUT THIS COOL SHOES FOR THIS DECEMBER

1. COMMON PROJECTS ORIGINAL ACHILLES

The ultimate urbanite sneaker

REASONS TO BUY

+Clean design+Easy to match with+Well-made and comfortable

2. VANS OG OLD SKOOL LX SUEDE

An iconic sneaker, now in suede

REASONS TO BUY

+Affordable+Low maintenance style+Everyone should own a pair of Vans

REASONS TO AVOID

-Suede can get dirty

3. VEJA V-10 RUBBER-TRIMMED LEATHER SNEAKERS

Environmentally-friendly classics

REASONS TO BUY

+Eco-friendly, organic etc+Label of the moment+They’ll go with everything

4. NEW BALANCE MS997 SUEDE, NUBUCK AND MESH

Effortlessly cool kicks

REASONS TO BUY

+Neutral tones +Big on comfort+Not Nike or Adidas

REASONS TO AVOID

-A little too 'dad shoe'?

5. NIKE AIR MAX 1 PREMIUM SUEDE

Best worn with denim

REASONS TO BUY

+Classic silhouette+Seasonal colourway+Suede elevates the style

6. ADIDAS ORIGINALS ULTRA BOOST PRIMEKNIT

Pure athleisure

REASONS TO BUY

+Understated cool+Highly versatile design+Can also be used for exercise

REASONS TO AVOID

-Boost sole not for everyone-Can't be dressed up

7. GUCCI ACE WATERSNAKE-TRIMMED LEATHER SNEAKERS

The luxe look-at-me option

REASONS TO BUY

+Instagram-friendly+Surprisingly versatile+An investment

REASONS TO AVOID

-You might be reluctant to get them dirty

8. ADIDAS ORIGINALS TRIMM-TRAB SNEAKERS

A retro re-issue in eye-catching cobalt

REASONS TO BUY

+The most summery colour+D-ring eyelets and other cool features+Quality materials, including suede

9. NIKE RUNNING EPIC REACT FLYKNIT

Nike’s latest tech

REASONS TO BUY

+High on comfort+Versatile look+Filled with technology

REASONS TO AVOID

-Too sporty for some

10. CONVERSE 1970S CHUCK TAYLOR ALL STAR HIGH-TOP

The classic casual go-to

REASONS TO BUY

+Works with most budgets+Ultimate casual sneaker+Can be worn with jeans or a suit+Affordable

REASONS TO AVOID

-Less than average cushioning

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11. CONVERSE CHUCK 70 OX WOVEN SNEAKERS

Beachy rework of an American classic

REASONS TO BUY

+On-trend look+Cool clear soles+Great to add to your collection

12. OFF-WHITE LOGO-PRINT SUEDE-TRIMMED SNEAKERS

Understated style from a hyped brand

REASONS TO BUY

+Easy to match with+Low-key style

REASONS TO AVOID

-On the pricier side

13. NIKE AIR MAX 95 OG GROSGRAIN-TRIMMED SNEAKERS

The often underrated classic

REASONS TO BUY

+Both stylish and practical+Great autumn colourway+Relatively affordable

14. Y-3 KUSARI BOOST SNEAKERS

REASONS TO BUY

+High on comfort+Unique design

REASONS TO AVOID

-Will dirty easily

15. CRIME LONDON FORCE LOW TOP SNEAKERS

A classic tennis sneaker with a subtle twist

REASONS TO BUY

+Can be dressed up or down+Full-grain Leather+Black heel gives a subtle twistBuy them from Farfetch for £158.

16. NIKE AIR VAPORMAX 97

The very best of old and new

REASONS TO BUY

+Fresh take on a classic+Cool colourway

REASONS TO AVOID

-Not your everyday sneaker

17. BALENCIAGA RACE RUNNER

One for the style mavens

REASONS TO BUY

+High quality construction+Gorgeous navy colourway

18. ADIDAS ORIGINALS NMD CS1 GORE-TEX

This is a Speed Sock on a budget

REASONS TO BUY

+Boost midsole+Gore-Tex waterproofing+Comfortable Primeknit upper

19. GUCCI RHYTON

While oversized logos are trending, this is more than just hype

REASONS TO BUY

+Makes a statement+Quality design and construction+Will hold its value