House Of Trade's Top 5 Sneakers For Spring
PHOTOGRAPHED BY ESTHER LEE LEACH
Keren Nimmo (l) and Chris Holloway
House of Trade is a modern trading platform for sneakers and other luxury goods. The platform allows users to trade their "closet currency" (i.e., sneakers) with other users for the goods that they desire. In today's economy, when financial resources are limited, and safety is top of mind, this platform facilitates the exchange of goods in a safe, secure, and efficient manner. Users can upload their sneaker collection with anonymity, browse the sneaker collection of others and offer up trades. House of Trade authenticates all goods prior to the completion of the trade and helps facilitate the shipping between users.
Here are House of Trade’s 5 Top Sneakers for Spring
1: Salehe Bembury New Balance Test Run PRJ 3.0
Release date: Spring 2021
A collaboration brought to you by Salehe Bembury, a former designer at Versace, Bembury is releasing his second sneaker design with New Balance after much success from his first collaboration. The New Balance Test Run PRJ 3.0 brings a lot of different designs and patterns, not just from an aesthetic perspective, but also from a silhouette standpoint. A shoe that will definitely be in the running for sneaker of the year in 2021. https://www.newbalance.com/
2: Nike Go Flyease
Released February 2021
The first of it's kind. The Go Flyease is a laceless slip-in shoe that is easy to put on and off. The new innovative design was originally designed for a teenager with cerebral palsy but gained much popularity after this latest release. https://www.nike.com/
3: Yeezy 450
Release Date: March 6
The Yeezy 450 continues the with the futuristic vibes that Kayne keeps bringing to the sneaker culture. The YEEZY 450 pushes the boundaries and has a polarizing fan base but definitely a great shoe for the spring. Minimalist design and soft colors make it go with any outfit. https://www.yeezysupply.com/
4: Ivy Park Super Super Sleek 72 shoes
Released: February 2021
Adidas x Ivy Park continues to bring the heat transforming a standard Adidas design and gracing it with a platform sole. They are sleek, on-trend, and allows you to transition from day to night without missing a step. https://www.adidas.com/us
5: New Balance 327 x Casablanca Monogram White Green
Release date: Spring 2021
New Balance continues their 2020 dominance into 2021 with the release of 327 x Casablanca sneaker. Bringing a monogram feel with pink and silk accents, this shoe is perfect for the spring and even summer. The green colorway is an instant hit and has elevated New Balances collaboration with Casablanca. https://www.newbalance.com/
About the Founders:
Keren Nimmo has worked within the tech industry for the last 20+ years as a product leader helping organizations build digital products and curate unparalleled customer experiences. She served as VP of Product at Rachio and, most recently, as the CEO of the Product Collective digitally transforming brands such as Floyd's 99 Barbershop and Gray Line International Sightseeing.
Keren has always been a creative soul amongst a world of left-brainers in tech, pushing them to think differently and challenge the status quo. She is passionate about the experiences that can be surfaced at the intersection of tech, art, and design.
Chris Holloway first became a sneaker enthusiast at the youthful age of 12 years old, when his Uncle Dana bought him his first pair of original Air Jordan 14 "Last Shot".
Holloway played basketball for NCAA Division II University of Mount Olive. Holloway earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sports Management. Following school, Chris returned to his alma mater as an Assistant Coach, spent 4 years as an Assistant Director for the Denver Nuggets' Youth Basketball Program, and served as a Coach, Player, and Trainer for USA Basketball 3X3. He continued his love of sports and athletics as a Fitness Manager and Personal Trainer.