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This week, we’re excited to highlight Steven, known to The Kingsland Shoe Project family as @cultivatingcool Based in the U.S., Steven is a creator whose love for sneakers, culture, and visual storytelling is clear in every post. His content blends footwear with lifestyle, capturing sneakers not just as products, but as part of everyday moments, movement, and self-expression.

What makes Steven’s page stand out is his ability to tell stories through his lens. From carefully composed on-feet shots and moody visuals to lifestyle-driven sneaker photography, each post feels intentional, authentic, and creatively grounded. His feed doesn’t just show sneakers, it highlights the feeling, mindset, and culture behind them.

We’re proud to feature Steven as part of The Kingsland Shoe Project family and look forward to watching how he continues to cultivate cool through his unique perspective.

Name: Steven Antoine

Socials: @cultivatingcool (IG)

2025 was a wild year for footwear. 3D-printed Air Max experiments, tweed golf shoes for The Open, BMX storytelling Jordans, loafers with performance sockliners…and a lot of debate in our group chats about what actually deserves a spot in our rotations.

This list isn’t meant to be the definitive ranking for everyone. It’s a love letter to the 25 pairs we kept coming back to at The Kingsland Shoe Project this year – the ones with real craft, personality, and staying power. The stuff you want to protect, break in slowly, and keep looking fresh for years.

You’ll see everything from dress oxfords and heritage boots to techy runners and collabs that broke the internet. Different vibes, same core standards: materials, build, comfort, story, and that magic “I need these” feeling.

25 Pairs We Loved in 2025