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Talking about the sneaker of the year at the very beginning of January might be a bit bold, but I'll present you with several clues that strongly favour the Nike Zoom Vomero 5 in this article. Nike's new-old silhouette is out now on Footshop in several colourways and deserves your attention. For the past two years, we've seen several trends running concurrently in the sneaker world. Some of them can only be described as a kind of attempt by brands to push a particular trend on people. This is, for examp

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New Balance's symbol of quality is its unique factories in the USA and England, from where handmade sneakers of the highest Made in USA and Made in UK product lines go out into the world every day. It is the British series that has now celebrated its 40th anniversary. Its womb, the legendary factory in Flimby, was therefore transformed into one big party for the day, which Footshop couldn't miss. Read on for first-hand experiences: No other sneaker brand in the world can brag about something like this.

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Kansai, Asics, geishas and love hotel. This is not the content of a Japanese travel guide, but the topics that define the work of Dominik Čech, who creates and performs under the nickname Domo as part of the rap crew Die Mannschaft. It is Domo, who is the protagonist of our editorial for the newly released Asics EX89. He also takes the lead role in this article, where you can read an intriguing insight into his year spent studying in the land of the rising sun. Japanese sneaker culture is not just about

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I have to warn you that this journey is going to be a long one. Nike's outdoor division, ACG, has prepared a release of the new Air Zoom Gaiadome at the start of winter that will take you anywhere. A release defined by a solid outsole, waterproof upper and the ability to keep you warm where all other thermal systems fail is also accompanied by a collection of apparel. And you can find it all together online now at Footshop. The Nike ACG Air Zoom Gaiadome is the shoe for anyone looking for the ideal foot

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In today's selection of the best sneakers to hit Footshop over the past week, I'll make happy fans of waterproof shoes and generally anyone who puts function first. But that doesn't mean I've got some ugly ducklings for you - quite the opposite. Salomon, Y-3 and Karhu are all releasing heroes this winter that will help you conquer the mountains and, with the right fit, the office party as well. SALOMON QUEST GTX ADVANCED Salomon's most durable model this year resembles a pair of heavy boots that belo

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After a short hiatus, we're back with our On Feet series, revealing the best sneaker releases of the past week. Today's selection of three hot releases is the result of Asian fashion's influence on global perceptions of streetwear. So get to work finding your sneakers to guide you through this winter in your city. ASICS GEL-LYTE III If this is your first encounter with the Gel-Lyte III, you'll probably be surprised by its split tongue. I'll admit it, it was once a feature I couldn't get to grips with

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On Monday, 7th of November, the opening of our exhibition, which we organized to celebrate our 11th anniversary, took place at the Mánes Gallery in Prague. With 11 paintings by Martin Lukáč, which combine the visual identity of Footshop with real art, an exhibition of the essential artefacts of our decade on the market, a wall surrounded by 11 major milestones, speeches by the main protagonists, a gig and also DJ sets. Take a look at the photo report and be reminded of what the place was like. More than

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Our annual exhibition celebrating 11 years of Footshop with a series of 11 paintings by Martin Lukáč is on display at Mánes Gallery until Sunday, 13th of November. As well as the paintings, the objects on display and a wall mapping the major milestones of the past decade, there's also an exclusive merch collection and limited edition artefacts you won't get anywhere else. We wanted the event's accompanying collection to reflect its essence. A fusion of the streetwear world, real art and the creative spi

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As part of the launch of the Nike x Billie Eilish collection, we focused on raising awareness related to the diagnosis that the American singer herself struggles with - Tourette Syndrome. Marek Kotalík, 25, who has been living with Tourette's since he was a young boy, accepted our invitation as the face of the photo editorial for the new collaboration. Marek was the main hero of our interview, in which we focused not only on the myths but also on the positives in a lot of inconveniences that define life wi

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How to get rid of the itch you won't scratch? A Nike x Billie Eilish collaboration has landed at Footshop, defined by a new take on the Air Force 1 silhouette, minimalist apparel, and a story about a diagnosis with interpretation riddled with myths and half-truths. Discover the context of the new collab and the truth about Tourette Syndrome in an interview with Marek Kotalik. The biggest highlight of the collection by Nike and American singer and artist Billie Eilish is undoubtedly a new take on the bes

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In the Meet the Crew series, we introduce you to the members of Footshop, specialists in their field, who take care of our everyday business. Today's hero is Jose Perez, the only Spaniard in our office who has a highly important role - he is the curator of the selection that appears on our website and in our stores. Read his inspiring story. Where did you grow up and how did you end up in Footshop? I'm from Madrid and after my studies, I decided to move to London and after some time working as a wait

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Pride month may be over, but since LGBTQ+ isn't a topic that should only be discussed for one month of the year, we're bringing you some rainbows for the gloomy autumn. We asked which places in Prague are the most LGBTQ+ friendly. We discussed the topic with several queer respondents, so we didn't just end up listing the three gay bars with the best Google ratings. We're going to look at this phenomenon a little closer and from multiple angles. LGBTQ+ friendly... What does it mean? Does this label still

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