Here’s a preview of Cre8tive Recreation’s Italian Collection due out in the Fall. The obvious dope feature is the removable upper with a zipper. We’ve been fans of Orange County’s Cre8tive Recreation for a long time who are considered a sort of a pioneer in the footwear industry. Back in ‘02 the brand was vigilant and saw that there was a real lack of stylish sporty footwear for the young professional. At the time, all you could find were dress shoes that had to be worn with suits or sneakers that couldn’t be worn formally.  Following the creative boom of the last few years the young footwear company decided to change the status quo and offer a variety of stylish sneakers and hasn’t looked back since. Foregoing the sometimes bright colorways, these pieces from the Fall collection are a slight departure in terms of silhouettes, while maintaining the simplicity in materials and understated design. Definitely more on the formal side of sneakers.

(Thanks Nick!)