New Balance sees this as a return to the sports performance codes of the 1990s—when warm finishes marked competition shoes

The rubber sole absorbs real wear

The Dunk Low in gray has been crossing trends since 2002

The Air Max 90 Infrared embodies Nike's choice in 1990: keep the Air Max visible

essential on the street

UGG Lowmel Sand (Kids) Adidas Samba New Balance sees this asUGG built its dominance on a simple principle: Australian wool retains heat better than any synthetic material. The Lowmel has been available in a children's version since 2008. This Sand iteration preserves the model's DNAsuede + woolbut in a neutral shade that can handle all the wear and tear of childhood. Parents buy it because it lasts through three winters in a row. Spanish suede upper, thick wool lining, grippy rubber sole. The Sand shade sits