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If you’re looking to up your sneaker game for spring, look no further than iconic shoe brand Keds, which just launched a whimsical collaboration with Canada’s own Partyskirts. Designed by sister-duo, Lauren and Mariel Armstrong,this playful capsule collection is perfect for spring. Pair the Dalmatian-print kicks with some low-slung boyfriend jeans for a patio brunch […]

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Thanks to the likes of Phoebe Philo, Isabel Marant and of course, Yeezy, sneakers have been on a fashion upswing for the past few years. No longer just functional, they’ve risen to the top of the heap with the stylish equivalent of bells and whistles: heels, studs, snakeskin and more. Fashion’s sneaker foray has also brought forth some seriously genius high-low collaborations, including Maison Martin Margiela x Converse, Riccardo Tisci x Nike and most recently Versace for Superga. And with the athletic trend showing little signs of backing down, it’s no wonder designers are kicking up their sneaker game for yet another season.

Here, we’ve rounded up 8 amazing sneaker collaborations that have us head over high-tops.

See our swimwear shopping picks »

Stylish swimwear has moved from a beach staple to full-on wardrobe inspiration. With many designers putting as much effort into swim trends as their clothing lines, there’s no surprise that this season’s bathing suits are influencing everything from watches to backpacks to printed pants. High on our radar are palm prints, geometric shapes, nautical stripes, and the oh-so-fresh fruit craze. Making your entire summer wardrobe flawlessly matchy-matchy, take some tips from these swim wear trends and you’re sure to make a splash both in the water and out.

5 summer shoes that keep your toes hidden » Between bikini waxes, sunscreen, spray tans, and pair after pair of lost sunglasses from fold out tables in the street, summer fun can get overwhelmingly pricey, to say nothing of manicures and pedicures. I’m a big fan of a once-monthly pedi to keep rough feet in […]

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Everybody’s favourite girl next door Taylor Swift has made good on her effortless style sense with a new collection of Keds sneakers, which she created alongside the classic sneaker brand. Regularly seen in summer dresses paired with runners, the collection is right out of Swift’s own fashion playbook with 17 styles perfect for the fall season.

The fall collection, her second for Keds, will include bold prints and pops of colour with the additions of sequins, floral lace, and candy cane patterned shoelaces. Each pair also includes a little heart charm with Swift’s lucky number 13 on it.

“It was really fun to have Keds on the same page as I was on,” said the songstress. “The fall collection is easy to wear with a lot of different looks.”

Worthy of everyone’s back-to-school shopping list, the Taylor Swift for Keds collection ranges between $50 and $55 and is available at Keds’ retail stores and online store as well as TaylorSwift.com.

With the explosive popularity of Isabel Marant’s heeled sneakers, Pierre Hardy’s colour-blocked high tops and various high-fashion collabs in the works with iconic sportswear brands like Nike, Adidas and Keds, it’s clear that sneakers are having a moment. We’ve spotted some seriously stylish kicks about town — from Toronto sidewalks to the cobblestones in Paris — and we’re loving the sporty vibe these comfortable shoes bring to any outfit.