f it wasn’t for the falling out between Adolph “Adi” and Rudolf Dassler in the late ’40s who co-created the Dassler Brothers Shoe Factory that eventually became Adidas, the German sportswear company Puma that sneaker fans know now may have never existed.
To this day, the brand is still one of the most recognizable names in athletic and casual wear and is the third-largest sportswear manufacturer in the world, which could be attributed to the longstanding relationships with legendary athletes as well as its new collaborations featuring Rihanna and Big Sean. In terms of sneakers, Puma has a wide selection of options and styles for just about an activity.
Fans who are looking to upgrade their sneaker collection, below are eleven Puma styles that you can nab right now.
Puma Clyde
In 1968 the Puma Clyde made its debut, which is a basketball shoe designed by Walter “Clyde” Frazier and is still one of the more popular Puma models to date.
Les Benjamins x Puma Thunder Disc
Puma revolutionized the sneaker space when it released the Disc technology best known for its intricate lacing system found on the tongue.
One of the most iconic models of the brand, the Puma Suede features a premium suede upper with the formstripe logo on the sides, which sits atop a white midsole.
Puma Clyde Court
In 2018, Puma re-entered the basketball space and debuted the Clyde Court in the process, which is a modernized version of the Clyde for the hardwood.