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](https://footwearnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/adidas-stan-smith-boost-copy.jpg)
Adidas Stan Smith Boost white/green, $129; stylebop.com
![Air Jordan 1 Ultra High](https://footwearnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/air-jordan-1-ultra-high-copy.jpg)
Air Jordan 1 Ultra High black/red, $150 on sale for $124.95; shoebacca.com
![Nike Air Max 1 Ultra Flyknit](https://footwearnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/nike-air-max-1-ultra-flyknit-og.jpg)
Nike Air Max 1 Ultra Flyknit white/red, $160 on sale for $96; jimmyjazz.com
![Cole Haan ZeroGrand Stitchlite](https://footwearnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/cole-haan-zerogrand-stitchlite-copy.jpg)
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Cole Haan ZeroGrand Stitchlite Wingtip Oxford gray, $180; colehaan.com
![Vans Old Skool Lite](https://footwearnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/vans-old-skool-lite-copy.jpg)
Vans Old Skool Lite gray, $65; zappos.com
![Reebok InstaPump Fury OG Ultraknit](https://footwearnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/reebok-instapump-fury-og-ultraknit-copy.jpg)
Reebok InstaPump Fury OG Ultraknit neon, $240; reebok.com
![Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star Flyknit](https://footwearnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/converse-chuck-taylor-flyknit-copy.jpg)
Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star Flyknit blue, $110; zappos.com
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