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New Balance for J.Crew 998 Mustard X Ketchup X Relish Sneakers

Don’t sleep on J. Crew as a brand of just preppy pastels and chinos. Its sneaker collaborations (with New Balance, for example) have spawned unique creations with heritage quality. This pair of suede 998s is dressed in a condiment-inspired colorway of “mustard,” “ketchup,” and “relish,” which looks as appetizing as it sounds. ($180, jcrew.com)

Adidas POD-S3.1 Shoes

Adidas created an alternative to its trendy Ultraboost with the POD-S3.1, a more futuristic and geometric-looking sneaker. It features a similar knit upper but deviates with its cushioning system, which has a Boost heel, a “point of deflection” (aka POD) bridge, and a high rebound EVA forefoot for optimal stability and comfort. ($120, adidas.com)

Champion Reverse Weave Green Rally Pro High-Top Sneakers

Stalwart athletics brand Champion is entering the red-hot sneaker market. One of its earliest successes is a high-top knit and mesh sneaker in “hiker green.” Given that there are no laces nor much construction of any sort on the knit upper, putting them on feels like slipping into your coziest pair of socks. ($125, champion.com)

Air Jordan III JTH

Justin Timberlake’s “man of the woods” makeover is the inspiration for this pair of Air Jordan IIIs, one of JT’s favorite sneakers. Tan suede is used in lieu of classic leather, lending it a more rough-hewn and artisanal look. Timberlake notably rocked the first iteration of the sneaker in white leather during his halftime performance at Super Bowl LII. ($200, nike.com)