These days, a walking sneaker is way more than a comfortable way to get those steps in. Celebs ranging from Justin Bieber to Kaia Gerber have made chunky sneakers just plain cool. If you’ve shied away from pairs in the past that looked borderline orthotic, you won’t want to miss out on Brooklyn sneaker purveyor, KLAW’s, flagship shoe: the 528. Created in collaboration with New York podiatrist Dr. Nelya Lobkova, the trendy “dad shoe” has earned the coveted Seal of Acceptance from the American Podiatric Medical Association. The sleek, lightweight sneaker provides exceptional support and stability while keeping the style on-point, and fans can’t stop raving about the game-changing comfort.
If you’ve been looking for a serious walking sneaker, scroll on to learn more about KLAW’s groundbreaking new drop. And know that if you’re new to KLAW, you can use code KLAW10 at checkout to unlock 10% off your first order.
Podiatrist-Approved, Brooklyn Designed
Designed with proprietary technology — dubbed the Biomechanic System — the sneaker comes with serious arch support, deep heel cups for alignment and shock absorption, and a featherlight midsole with minimal drop (7 millimeters to be exact) for optimal walking mechanics. There’s also a wide toe box and ample cushioning throughout, making for a finely tuned interior wrapped in a luxurious waterproof leather upper with anti-slip grip on the sole. The 528 is offered in both a men’s and a women’s version for sizing purposes, and each iteration is offered in four versatile colorways that are pretty much guaranteed to make any outfit look up-to-date while they keep you comfortable.
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Designed for walking culture
Born in New York — a pedestrian capital of the world and one that has seen an increase in walking culture due to lockdown — the 528 is an ode to the power of small steps taken daily. Its founders teamed up across the fashion, technology, and media industries to create an elevated shoe to outfit those wanting to harness transformative practice of walking. The result: the ultimate walking shoe. Because no one wants to feel bogged down while hitting the pavement, the 528 was designed to feel ultra-lightweight. Clocking in at only 11 ounces per shoe, the 528 has an airy midsole (which is typically the heaviest part of a sneaker).
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Street style x sustainability
And then there’s the undeniable, impossible-to-ignore style of the 528. Minimalist and monochromatic, each shoe is hand-assembled, offered in four fashion-forward shades guaranteed to make any outfit look a little cooler. And, because KLAW cares about sustainability as well as offering a podiatrist-approved product, the brand has partnered with Soles4Souls where the company sends all of its customer returns to be distributed to people in need. You can even send in your used KLAWS to be cleaned and donated, complete with a free shipping label.
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Fan following
If the reviews are any indication, the 528s will become fast favorites. Shoppers rave that they’re “worth every single penny,” noting the shoes were “immediately comfortable with no break in time” and swearing they’re “the best sneakers I have ever worn.” Here are just a few of the rave reviews on KLAW’s website:
“Life-changing shoes. Somehow the perfect mix of style, support, lightweight...idk how they did it, but they've found the El Dorado of shoe designs.” - Kelsey F.
“Very comfortable, like walking on a cloud. Feet don't hurt after a 8 hour shift on a concrete production floor.” - Denise P.
“I just recently had knee replacement surgery and needed a good supportive walking shoe, these fit the bill perfectly! Comfortable, supportive and great looking!” - Christine J.
“Have become my #1 go to shoes, and I have a LOT of shoes. Love the color, too. Hug my feet really comfortably and have fantastic support in the arch. Look forward to my next pair.” - David P.
“These bad boys are everything, light weight, solid, fun looking, excellent quality, and literally the best customer service I've ever received!” - Beth H.
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