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I'm a big fan of a retro look with a modern feel. I love the classics, but I want them to... well, not feel like I'm walking on a piece of reclaimed lumber from a 1970s gymnasium. My arches have needs, you know?
That’s precisely the sweet spot the Nike Waffle Debut hits.
It’s got that timeless suede and nylon trend down, but it’s sitting on what Nike calls a “modernized ‘wedge’ midsole” that feels “incredibly plush.” In normal-person terms, that means you can actually wear them all day without your feet filing for divorce.
They kept the tried-and-true Waffle outsole for grip, so you’re getting the best of both worlds: heritage style on the outside, modern comfort on the inside.
They’re currently 38% off on Nike.com right now, marked down from $80 to just $48.97.
It’s a sub-$50 way to look stylishly old-school without any of the old-school foot pain. Just one crucial heads-up from Nike: they fit small, so be consider order a half size up.