Tack Shop: 18 Very Vibey '70s-ish Sneakers That Aren't Sambas

Or Gazelles. Or anything Adidas, actually.

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Welcome to Tack Shop, a shopping column where I (or friends of Clotheshorse) curate a mélange of interesting, fun, delightful things you can invest in.

I have spent pretty much my whole adult life trying to look even an iota as cool as Farrah Fawcett looked skateboarding. You know, the iconic 1976 image? This one?

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There’s a lot working against me here, namely her bone structure, hair volume, and actual, physical ability to skateboard. But you too can work toward embodying her capital-C cool essence with a 1970s-inspired pair of Nike Cortez sneakers — or something similar.

I was inspired to put together today’s Tack Shop post not simply out of obligation to dear Farrah, but because I’m working on tracking down a new pair of everyday sneakers to replicate my beloved Sambas that are quite literally coming apart at the seams. Contrary to what the title of this post may suggest, I have nothing against Sambas! But I think we can all agree to think outside the box a bit more dutifully here.

Here’s a start:

< $100

Top row, from L-R: Converse Run Star Trainer ($90), COOLWAY Kizuna Sneakers ($100), Diadora Tokyo Sneakers ($90)
Bottom row, from L-R: J.Crew Rec Sneakers ($69.50, from $138), Nike LD-1000 Sneakers ($100), Vans Super Low Pro Sneakers ($80)

$150-$300

Top row, from L-R: Alohas Tb.490 Rife Sea Pink Leather Sneakers ($200), Autry Windspin Leather-trimmed Brushed Suede Sneakers ($246), Larroudé Stella Sneaker ($250)
Bottom row, from L-R: Reformation Terra Sneaker ($198), Veronica Beard Riviera Sneaker ($275), Vince Mojave Trainer Sneakers ($275)

> $300

Top row, from L-R: Comme des Garçons x Spalwart Colorblock Suede Runner Sneakers ($475), Miu Miu Gymnasium Low Top Sneaker ($1,050), Proenza Schouler Track Suede-trimmed Leather Sneakers ($690)
Bottom row, from L-R: The Row Owen Color-block Mesh & Suede Sneakers ($750), Dries Van Noten Leather-trimmed Suede Sneakers ($475), Toteme The Sport Leather-trimmed Suede & Twill Sneakers ($450)

What do we think, team?

xx,
Maura

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