Tyla is giving us another glimpse into the things that shape her style, and this time, it is all about sneakers.
Following the release of her new album APop*, the South African superstar joined Complex’s Joe La Puma at Flight Club in New York City for a round of Sneaker Shopping. As they moved through the store, Tyla opened up about her relationship with sneakers, the footwear she grew up seeing in South Africa and the pairs that have made their way into her own wardrobe.
For Tyla, sneakers are more than just something to complete an outfit. She speaks about South Africa’s sneaker culture and how footwear has become part of the way people express themselves, particularly within music and streetwear.
Naturally, performance also plays a role in her choices. With dancing being such a big part of Tyla’s artistry, she has a very practical relationship with her sneakers. She reveals some of her favourite pairs to dance in, giving us an idea of what makes a sneaker earn a place in her rotation.
The shopping trip also brings a few surprises, including a pair of Chanel-inspired Vans, which catches Tyla’s attention. Her reaction is one of the fun moments in the episode, especially considering the singer’s love for fashion and her increasingly experimental approach to style.
What makes the episode especially interesting is seeing Tyla talk about sneakers through the lens of where she comes from and where her career has taken her. From the streets of South Africa to fashion capitals like New York, her style continues to pull from different worlds while remaining distinctly hers.
And yes, there is plenty of sneaker eye candy along the way.
Watch Tyla go Sneaker Shopping with Complex and see which pairs caught her attention.