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The Best Dad Shoes to Celebrate Father’s Day

Jun 4, 2024

Maybe he’s the teller of dad jokes, he likes his lawn neat and his beer cold. Or perhaps he’s an avid gamer, teaching you the ins and outs of “Destiny” and “Call of Duty.” Whether he’s a “throw the baseball in the backyard” kind of guy or a quiet, steady presence on full-time father duty, your dad deserves the best dad shoes out there. 

At Hibbett | City Gear, we’ve got shoes for dads of all walks of life, no matter his age, style preferences or sneaker size. June 16 is Father’s Day, so be sure to match his persona with his footwear. And, hey, if you’re really inspired, you can cop a pair of matching shoes for dad and son … or daughter. 

Whatever the case may be, here are a few of our favorite dads and the consummate dad shoes: 

The Cool Dad

The Cool Dad

He’s probably up to date on all the latest trends, whether he’s well versed in the “Tortured Poets Department” or he regularly wears adidas Samoa. He’s not just any dad, after all. He’s a cool dad — the one your friends love to spend time with because of his goofy personality and caring nature. So why not get him a pair of cool dad shoes? The adidas x Bad Bunny Campus and the black and white Samba OGs are as smooth as his cheesy jokes.

The Master of the Grill Dad

He’s got his secret, tried-and-true seasoning blend that he’ll consider passing down in his will. And on the morning of a barbecue or cookout, he’s got his grill ready to go early, his meat prepped and a cooler nearby to stay hydrated. What’s better than dad grilling shoes to really bring out the flavor of his fit — even if that fit involves an apron, tall socks and a sweat-soaked tee? A pair of Nike Air Max 1 SCs will keep his feet cradled in lightweight comfort, while a pair of Nike Calm mules provide contoured arch support.

The Get Off My Lawn Dad

The Get Off My Lawn Dad

Don’t mess with dad when he’s doing yard work or he’ll definitely have you pitching in. He has a whole arsenal of tools, from edgers and weed eaters to trimmers and a push mower. That’s why he needs a pair of dad lawn mowing shoes that’ll keep his feet as fresh as the front yard. New Balance dad shoes reign supreme, so make sure he has a pair of the New Balance 1906 or the grey and white 480 sneakers

The “I Used to Play Sports” Dad

He played a little bit of everything back in the day — football, baseball, soccer, basketball. Even if he’s set his glory days aside, he’s still always good for a game of pickup, a football throw in the backyard or a Saturday a.m. golf outing. Nothing says sporty like a pair of supremely lightweight adidas Originals Swift Runs. A pair of HOKA Bondis or Brooks Adrenaline is also a great idea for all his athletic and around-the-house endeavors.

The Old Soul Dad

The Old Soul Dad

Hey, record players are cool again, but Dad has had that vinyl since way back in the day. You’ve got to admit he has some good taste. He’s always up for an indie flick, a trip to a museum or old bookstore. Speak to his vintage soul with a pair of New Balance 574s or the Nike dad shoes like the “Panda” Dunk Retro Lows.

Whoever your father — or father figure — is, find him a pair of the best shoes for dad. Shop Hibbett, and check out our other dad shoe recs on our Unboxed Blog.

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