Cariuma presents its latest, trending sneaker style—the Toca

Reflecting on some of the year's most defining trend moments, the retro resurgence is perhaps the most pivotal and widely adopted across fashion and lifestyle spheres. Why? As revealed in the Love Song Twenty-Five report, nostalgia resonates broadly: 'For Gen Z, it's about comfort and connection. For other generations, it's about the joy of happy memories.'

In fashion, the retro revival takes many forms, but in footwear, one silhouette reigns supreme: the iconic T-toe sneaker. Characterised by its distinctive T-shaped overlay across the toe box, this style was initially built for sports like soccer and handball. Today, it steps off the court and into the spotlight, led by Brazilian-born sneaker label Cariuma. Enter: the Toca.

Though many have adopted the T-toe silhouette, few interpret it quite like Cariuma. The brand has firmly established itself in the street and skatewear scenes thanks to its sharp balance of fit, function, and fashion appeal. Beyond aesthetics, Cariuma stands apart as the first skate shoe brand to earn B Corp certification—a distinction that reflects its environmental commitment. For every pair sold, two trees are planted through its global reforestation programme. Footwear with purpose, indeed.

Style-wise, the Toca delivers versatility in an array of suede and leather colourways. For those looking to upgrade their everyday neutral sneaker, the premium leather editions lean into a timeless palette, punctuated with contrast T-toe detailing and heel counters. Styles like the White Pebbled Leather & Smoke Suede Toca in Gum White/Plaza Taupe feature a durable gum sole that nods to the sneaker's sporting heritage, reimagined for the modern wearer.

Prefer to make a statement feet first? The suede Toca styles—offered in shades like Abundant Green and Dark Rose—inject just the right amount of colour to elevate a pared-back outfit.

Whether it's daytime plans that turn into after-hours adventures, the Toca delivers on comfort, style, and substance. 

Whatever your style sway, the Toca, with its iconic, heritage-inspired T-toe design, proves the retro resurgence is, indeed, here to stay. 

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