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Cole Haan ZeroGrand Stitchlite
Cole Haan ZeroGrand Stitchlite gray
Cole Haan

Technology isn’t just about powering the latest iPhone — it’s also the key element behind some of your favorite shoes. New tech can even make your favorites better, resulting in improved comfort, lighter builds and sleeker style.

In recent years, top brands have made a habit of putting modern spins on classic silhouettes. Whether it’s Cole Haan‘s knitted wingtips (above) or Adidas‘ Boost-cushioned Stan Smith, you’ll find some of the best updated models here.

Adidas Stan Smith Boost
Adidas Stan Smith BoostStyle Bob

Adidas Stan Smith Boost white/green, $129; stylebop.com

Air Jordan 1 Ultra High
Air Jordan 1 Ultra HighNike

Air Jordan 1 Ultra High black/red, $150 on sale for $124.95; shoebacca.com

Nike Air Max 1 Ultra Flyknit
Nike Air Max 1 Ultra FlyknitNike

Nike Air Max 1 Ultra Flyknit white/red, $160 on sale for $96; jimmyjazz.com

Cole Haan ZeroGrand Stitchlite
Cole Haan ZeroGrand Stitchlite Wingtip OxfordCole Haan

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Cole Haan ZeroGrand Stitchlite Wingtip Oxford gray, $180; colehaan.com

Vans Old Skool Lite
Vans Old Skool LiteZappos

Vans Old Skool Lite gray, $65; zappos.com

Reebok InstaPump Fury OG Ultraknit
Reebok InstaPump Fury OG UltraknitReebok

Reebok InstaPump Fury OG Ultraknit neon, $240; reebok.com

Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star Flyknit
Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star FlyknitConverse

Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star Flyknit blue, $110; zappos.com

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