Explore Elbategev’s New Shoe Line ‘Elba’: A Comprehensive Review of THE CLASSIC, THE MINIMAL, and THE MODERN

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Shoe brands are branching out into new categories.

Contemporary bag label Elbategev has officially launched a new shoe imprint, Elva, signaling a confident move into footwear.

Elva debuts three distinct lines: the signature THE CLASSIC, the everyday THE MINIMAL, and the architecturally inspired THE MODERN.

THE CLASSIC — the line that anchors Elva’s identity — centers on square-toe leather loafers and reworks timeless silhouettes with the brand’s architectural detailing.

THE MINIMAL is built for everyday ease: one-piece constructions with minimal seams and soft materials for a comfortably polished fit.

THE MODERN shows off Elva’s experimental side, treating shoes as sculptural objects with signature shapes like kitten heels and cylindrical heels.

French sneaker label Veja has unveiled the Etna Bold sandal.

With summer heat on the way and shoppers setting their sights on warm-weather shoes, Veja is expanding its sandal lineup.

The Etna Bold takes the minimalist Etna sandal Veja first introduced for its 20th anniversary and ramps it up with bold volume and premium materials—resulting in a modern design that blends urban energy with a laid-back feel.

A soft, supple leather upper offers plush comfort, and the same leather used on the interior lining enhances support and cushioning.

The seamless flow from upper to sole creates a clean yet impactful silhouette, while two adjustable straps—each accented with four embroidered cross details—finish the design.

Global sports brand Decathlon has officially launched a full trail-running lineup in South Korea, featuring the high-performance KipSummit series alongside apparel, specialist gear, and emergency essentials.

The collection is tailored to a wide range of trail runners—from beginners to ultramarathoners—so athletes can kit out their shoes, apparel, specialized equipment, and safety gear in one go.

The flagship KipSummit Max is a high-performance trail shoe that pairs a Vibram MegaGrip outsole with FASTECH+ technology. The standard KipSummit, released alongside it, is designed for mid-distance trail runs of roughly up to 41 km, with a robust outsole and upper that deliver stability over repeated climbs and descents.

With this launch, Decathlon broadened its trail-running assortment to include essentials for long-distance races—trail-running vests and hydration bottles—plus performance apparel, socks, hats, sunglasses, headlamps, and carbon poles.