Alright, let’s talk about getting these Rick Owens things on my feet. It wasn’t some big planned thing, honestly. Saw ’em online, thought they looked kinda different, like Vans went weird. You know how it is. Had a bit of cash saved up, figured why not.
So, the box arrives. Standard stuff. Pulled them out. First thought? Damn, these are chunky. Way beefier than the regular skate shoes they kinda look like. The laces are thick too, almost felt like ropes. Getting them on the first time was a bit of a fiddle, gotta loosen those laces way up.
Putting Them to the Test
Stood up, looked in the mirror. Yeah, they make a statement. Your feet definitely don’t disappear. Walked around the house a bit. Felt… solid. Not like clouds, not like rocks either. Just really planted. The sole’s thick, you feel a bit taller, which is funny.
Took ’em out for a proper walk later that day. Just normal stuff – grab coffee, walk the dog. Here’s the breakdown of that first real wear:
- Comfort: Okay, not amazing straight out of the box. Needed some breaking in. A bit stiff around the ankles.
- Look: Got a couple of looks, maybe? Hard to tell if people are looking at the shoes or just generally looking. They don’t scream like some flashy sneakers, more of an ‘if you know, you know’ vibe.
- Feel: Heavy-ish. You notice you’re wearing them, unlike some lightweight runners. But not uncomfortable heavy, just substantial.
Wore them with some beat-up jeans and a plain tee. Didn’t want to overthink the outfit. Let the shoes do the talking, I guess. They worked. Felt pretty good, actually. Like an easy way to make a simple fit look a bit more considered, without really trying too hard.
Longer Term Thoughts
Been wearing them on and off for a few months now. They’ve broken in nicely. Way more comfortable than day one. The stiffness is gone. They hold up pretty well too, construction feels solid. Canvas gets dirty, obviously, but cleans up alright.
Are they worth the hype? Eh, depends what you’re after. They’re cool shoes, definitely different. They feel well-made. But are they magic? Nah. They’re sneakers. Expensive ones, yeah. Do I regret getting them? Not really. They fill a certain spot in my rotation. Good for days when I want something basic but with a little bit of an edge.
So yeah, that’s the story. Got ’em, wore ’em, still wearing ’em. They’re just part of the collection now. Nothing too crazy, just putting shoes on feet and getting on with the day. That’s the real practice right there.
