Sustainable AND Stylish? Unboxing Koio's Retro Runner Sneakers

About this video

McGoff unboxes and shares his first impressions of Koyo’s new retro runner sneaker, examining its construction, materials, and sustainable manufacturing practices. He demonstrates how the shoe fits and looks on-foot, discussing styling options and sizing guidance.

Key takeaways

• McGoff recommends sizing to your normal dress shoe size for the retro runner, or sizing up if between sizes, noting it differs from the Koyo Capri which he sizes down for
• McGoff argues the retro runner balances aesthetics between minimal and bold—featuring a sporty grippy runner’s outsole with premium details like hand-painted leather edges and LWG gold-certified Italian leather
• McGoff emphasizes that while he supports sustainable manufacturing practices, he prioritizes aesthetic appeal and would not compromise on how a shoe looks regardless of environmental credentials

Episode details: published April 24, 2021 · 22K views · 5:56 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. The style advice summarized here is Brock McGoff’s own teaching and opinion, presented for education; product recommendations are his, not ours. Summaries are written by Self Growth Videos from each video itself.

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