Watch Actual Dads Rate & Analyze Dad Shoes

Would you give your dad the Balenciaga Triple S for Father’s Day?

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In honor of Father’s Day, we here at HYPEBEAST took to the streets to talk to some actual dads about their thoughts on today’s biggest fashion trend — dad shoes. Models such as the adidas YEEZY Boost 700 Waverunners, Gucci Rhytons, Nike M2K Teknos, PUMA Thunder Spectras and Balenciaga Triple S’s were on hand for dads to analyze and score based on a 1 to 10 rating system.

While some were a hit with these dads, other models didn’t fare so well. Let’s just say that these wiser and older gents are more in-tuned with practicality and functionality, although they did praise some of the sneakers for their daring looks. Check out these fathers’ reactions above and if you’re in the market for another type of dad shoe, check out the Aries x New Balance 990v3.

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Felson Sajonas Managing Editor, Branded Content

Felson Sajonas is the Managing Editor of Branded Content at Hypebeast, overseeing high-impact campaigns and features that bridge editorial integrity with commercial strategy, connecting fashion and culture for a global audience. He plays a key role in shaping the platform’s voice through culturally driven storytelling and has led campaigns for brands including Nike, adidas, Oakley, Timberland, LEGO and more, spanning long-form features, interviews and social-first launches.

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