As Reebok's marketing team says, these shoes are "like an energy drink for your feet." The cartoon-like Reebok Zig Pulse ($100) sport an immediately-noticeable ZigTech foam outsole, which helps transfer energy back-to-front and propel you further with less effort. The springy soles also absorb heel strike impact, reducing wear and... [More]

We'll be the first to admit that the Timberland brand doesn't make us think of dressy shoes -- similarly-named rappers wearing jeans and light tan work boots is more like it -- so we were pleasantly surprised by the Timberland Boot Company Counterpane Oxford ($225). Not overly fancy, the Counterpane... [More]

The new John Varvatos Filmore Chukka ($365) is a more upscale offering than some of the casual boots we've featured in the past, but earns its keep with premium materials like an upper constructed of fine, burnished Italian caf suede, a thinner, non-slip rubber boat shoe sole, and antique eyelets... [More]

Hopefully you'll be a little more explosive than Rich "Mr. 6.25" Eisen in these things. The official shoe worn by the players at this year's NFL scouting combine, the Under Armour Combine II Trainer ($80) sports a TPU Propulsion Plate that keeps you on your toes (literally), an engineered hi-shine... [More]

Originally popular in the '40s and '50s, chukka boots are making a comeback, and these Frye Rodney Chukka Boots ($180) are a fine way to be part of the revival. The Rodney's slightly utilitarian design is bolstered by distressed leather uppers, contrast stitching, corded laces, and welted, textured Vibram soles... [More]

Originally made for the military in the 1960s, the Converse First String Chuck Taylor Ox ($TBA) is a premium take on the classic sneaker that's sure to be in demand this spring. The OX is based on the classic All-Star design, but sports unique upgrades like a vintage rubber license... [More]

Prepare yourself for a casual summer with the SeaVees James Perse Linen Slip-On ($150). Although they sport a higher price tag than your average boat shoe, these SeaVees partially make up for it with a soft, premium linen canvas upper, suede heel patch, unique light blue rubber sole, and understated... [More]

The made-in-the-USA L.L.Bean Waxed Canvas Maine Hunting Shoe ($129) is the perfect transition from snow to spring showers. Part of the new L.L.Bean Signature line coming later this year, only 100 pairs of these special edition boots are available today. Like the original 1912 Maine Hunting Shoe, they're hand-stitched in... [More]

Plain, simple, and yet surprisingly dignified, the Cole Haan Air Ashby Oxford ($160) is a solid all-day dress shoe option, transitioning well from khakis or chinos to nicely tailored denim. It features a genuine crepe sole for natural cushioning, a plain-toe design, a hand-burnished leather upper, leather and fabric lining,... [More]

We've seen tons of stylish hats based on Indiana Jones' iconic fedora, but shoes? Alden Indy Boots ($450) are a classically-syled mid-height boot inspired by those worn by Indiana in his on-screen adventures, hand-crafted from smooth dark brown leather, and featuring special moc stitching around the toe, a stained welt,... [More]

Although some parts of the country are seeing a slight thaw this week, winter is far from over, and the Sorel Fairbanks Drift Arctic Sneaker ($100) can help see your feet through the remaining weeks of cold weather. Inspired by winter chukkas worn by the Alaskan Inuit, the Drift is... [More]

No, not that kind of razor. The Saucony ProGrid Razor ($135) is a Red Dot Design Award-winning running shoe meant to keep your feet protected and comfortable out on the trail. Features include a three-quarter cut for protection against the elements, an eVent waterproof fabric bootie, a Vibram Trek outsole... [More]

Celebrate three-quarters of a century of a nautical clothing icon with the Sperry Top-Sider 75th Anniversary Collection ($55-$88). Created in 1935 by sailor Paul Sperry, who created the sneakers' unique Razor-Siping bottom grooves after watching his dog run across a frozen pond, these laid back kicks are nearly synonymous with... [More]

Sneaker comfort meets rugged outdoor styling in the Nike Woodside ACG ($110). While not the prettiest Nikes we've seen, the mid-height Woodsides do offer toughness in the form of a coated nylon and leather upper, corded laces, a rain boot-style welted and striped rubber midsole, structured heel, sticky rubber sole,... [More]

Mixing hints of Chuck Taylors with military style, the Converse by John Varvatos Bosey Boots ($300) are a great fit for the winter weather. The boots feature a distressed twill and leather upper, a rubber toe cap and sole, a height of around 10 inches, and a belt detail in... [More]