RANSOM x ADIDAS ORIGINALS ALAN CREPE S/S '12

Kitted with a quality leather upper and soft crepe sole, this is the new Alan Crepe sneaker from one of my favourite collaborations, Ransom by adidas Originals. Part of the Spring/Summer 2012 collection, the Alan Crepes take a simple summer silhouette with near to no branding, emphasising the iconic Crepe sole and its wooden welt, which works so well against the clean leather body. It comes in two colourways, black and my preferred choice of tan. The perfect shoe to finish that summer look with elegance and no noise.

ADIDAS ORIGINALS x RANSOM ARMY TR F/W '11

Adding to the Fall/Winter '11 collection, the adidas x Ransom collaboration line releases these simple and rugged high-tops, the Army TR. Available in two neutral colourways and uppers made of suede or canvas, they feature a broad side ribbon, distinguished toecap and matching eyelets and laces. There are also two low-top options too, but these mids are much better balanced, making for a top choice item of casual winter footwear. The relationship between the designers has grown stronger over the seasons and their products too have been more and more impressive, as it appears this is a collaboration with much more to give in the future. I'm sure there'll be Spring news coming soon.

ADIDAS ORIGINALS x RANSOM VALLEY FDT

The Fall/Winter 2011 collection by adidas Originals x RANSOM sees the Valley sneaker return in full suede upper to give a basic and timeless silhouette for what has become a popular model in their past footwear ranges. Featuring bronze metal eyelets and little branding, the Valley looks to be a decent minimalist piece for the current season, available now in red and grey.

SHWOOD x RANSOM CANBY

I've started my search for a new pair of frames and there's obviously a bunch of shapes, materials and brands to choose from. This pair is a collaboration presented by Ransom and wood-sunglass specialists Shwood. With both companies being Canadian, it makes sense that they've chosen to use a unique oak from the outskirts of Toronto. It's handmade too so in terms of quality and authenticity, it looks super. This particular item is on sale now but limited to just 50 pieces, another factor that makes one feel the urge to buy it. I'd have to try them on to see if they suit, but it would certainly look pretty on my desk.

ADIDAS x RANSOM SS11

adidas Originals return with their collaboration with Ransom for the Spring/Summer season and this is the first teaser promo vid for the upcoming sneaker range. I really like the Valley Lows in this release, smartly finished.

Not sure if surfing is the most suitable image to advertise shoes but anyways here it is.