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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

This week, we’re shining a light on the unique style and creative talent of Ramon Guzman— AKA: @pr_sneaks. A true sneaker enthusiast, Ramon’s content goes beyond showcasing his impressive collection. His posts capture the vibrant essence of Miami, blending cityscapes, workouts, office life, the local sports and social scenes, and so much more.

What we love most about Ramon’s work is how it paints a picture of not just his sneaker style but the dynamic energy and lifestyle of his city. And his captions? Pearls of wisdom. A couple of our recent favorites include:

"Life is an echo. What you send out comes back. What you sow, you reap. What you give, you get. What you see in others, exists in you."

"We are all here for some special reason. Stop being a prisoner of your past. Become the architect of your future."

Ramon’s blend stunning visuals of with thoughtful reflections makes his content truly stand out. We’re grateful to have him as a friend of the brand and can’t wait to see what inspiring moments he captures in 2025!