THE ULTIMATE CLASSICS
There are a number of brands in our world which have become so culturally and visually iconic that they are timeless, therefore great investments for modern life. With classic colour ways and minimal design in common, their signature features stand out.
Charles Clinkard stocks numerous classic brands for the whole family. Here are the top essential classic brands for your wardrobe, and the top styles from Charles Clinkard you need to invest in today.
‘THE ATHLETES NUMBER ONE’
Literally meaning Victory, Nike continually works with athletes, for athletes; transforming data into design to enhance performance and reduce injury risk, while solving the next generation’s problems.
The lightweight and flexible Nike Downshifter is a prime example, stunningly modern and minimal in overall design yet complex in its performance features, bold with its contrasting white tick brand logo and soles against its black uppers.
‘THE GREAT AMERICAN BASKETBALL SHOE’
Beginning as a rubber shoe company, and using this speciality to conceive the indispensable ‘All Star’ canvas basketball shoe, Converse went on to dominate basketball courts then the streets of America with this Great, which is still an essential accessory of self-expression today.
The All Star Oxford is one of the brand’s best, standing on signature striped rubber soles and fastening with classic laces, combining practicality with minimal design and iconic touches to create an every time, every place, everywhere shoe which will look good on everyone.
‘THE ULTIMATE SKATE SHOE’
Born in 1966 from the Van Doren Rubber Company, Vans Deck Shoes, now known as the ‘Authentic’ Vans style sprung up on skateboarder’s feet up and down Southern California due to their grip soles and rugged makeup.
The Old Skool became Vans first skate shoe to include leather panels for increased durability in 1977. Still a heritage style today for both skater and non-skater boy’s and girl’s, they feature Vans iconic side stripe and signature rubber waffle soles.
‘THE AUTHENTIC OUTDOOR SHOE’
Driven by form, function and craftsmanship, rather than fashion, Timberland’s footwear, the most iconic their original yellow boots have since become a fashion statement. Originally designed to cope with harsh weather everywhere from city streets to wooded trails, they became hip hop icons and a smash hit for fashion lovers and rebels alike.
Whether you want it for its practicality or fashionability, Timberland’s Classic Boot will keep feet fashionable whatever the weather, winter after winter.
‘THE TRADITIONAL ENGLISH SHOE’
Loake’s fine traditional English shoes have been crafted by hand since 1880, when the company was founded by three brothers of the same name. Classics even in construction, skilled craftsmen hand make every classic shoe design, some styles taking up to 8 weeks to be constructed.
Loake’s traditional brogue style Burford boots are made by the best, to look the very best, and are made to last a lifetime.
‘THE ALTERNATIVE SHOE OF CHOICE’
Initially worn by postmen and factory workers, Dr Martens were adopted by early multicultural Ska loving skin heads who proudly championed British working class style, quickly pushing them to become a subcultural essential, both then and now, for authentic characters with individual style and a proud sense of self-expression.
Taking on one of the brand’s most famous silhouettes, the Delaney Boots add character to every outfit, allowing you to take bold steps at school and beyond.
‘THE ONE AND ONLY WATERPROOF BOOT’
Shielding pioneers from the elements since 1856, Hunter started as the North British Rubber Company, crafting the iconic Original boot in 1956 which spread like wildfire, and even today is heavily featured at festivals, on the feet of Celebrities and Royal’s!
The Original Wellington Boots are still going strong, highly durable and comfortable with their minimal and clever design. They will never go out of style, and probably won’t need replacing for many many years to come.
