Letโs face it: British weather is basically a soggy improv performance. One minute itโs drizzle, the next itโs โletโs flood the Underground!โ Enter the ECCO Street 720 Menโs Sneakers โ black leather mercenaries designed to laugh at rainclouds. I wore these waterproof warriors through storms, pub crawls, and questionable life choices. Hereโs the verdict.
Looks: Stealth Wealth for Rainy Days
The Street 720s look like they were designed by a minimalist Scandinavian who moonlights as a secret agent. Black Hydromax leather? Glossier than a TikTok filter. Subtle ECCO branding? Perfect for blokes who think logos are for cereal boxes. Details:
- Contrast sole: Like a tuxedo for your feet, but with grip.
- Taciturn design: Blends into meetings, park strolls, and Pret queues without screaming โLOOK AT MY SHOES!โ (Unless youย wantย to scream that. No judgement.)
Styling tip: Pair with anything that hasnโt shrunk in the wash.
Comfort: Walking on Nordic Clouds
ECCOโs FLUIDFORMโข sole isnโt a cushion โ itโs a trust fund for your feet. I tested them on:
The Commute Shuffle: South London pavements at 8 AM. Arch support so good, my plantar fascia sent a thank-you note.
The โIโll Just Walk 15,000 Stepsโ Delusion: Zero blisters. Toes uncrushed. My legs quit before the shoes did.
The Pub Crawl: Breathable lining kept feet drier than my humour after three IPAs.
Meanwhile, the lace-up system survived sprints for last trains. Take that, flimsy plimsolls.
Waterproofing: Noah Approvedโข
ECCOโs Hydromax tech turned puddles into mere suggestions. Testing scenarios:
- The Monsoon Monday: Walked through a rainstorm; feet stayed drier than a Waitrose prosecco aisle.
- The โOops, Stepped in a Pub Toilet Puddleโย : Just wiped it off. No trauma.
- The Dog Walk Debacle: Mud splatters? More likeย artisanal detailing.
Bonus: These donโt squeak like a startled guinea pig on tile floors. Office stealth: Level 100.
Grip: Cobble-Conqueror
Londonโs cobbles and Tube station floors met their match. The high-traction PU sole clung to surfaces like:
- A commuter to their coffee.
- Me to the idea of โexerciseโ.
- Politicians to plausible deniability.
Even tackled a hill in Hampstead Heath without requiring a defibrillator.
Durability: Post-Apocalypse Chic
After 6 weeks of abuse:
- Leather: Scratches buff out with a sleeve rub. Ages like a Bond villain, not a milk carton.
- Sole: Minimal wear. Tested against pavements, Lego, and existential dread.
- Laces: Intact, unlike my sanity during rush hour.
Note: These are not hiking boots. But for urban jungles? Tarzan-approved.
Flaws (If Weโre Nitpicking)
- Weight: Not heavy, but youโll notice them after a 10-mile pub crawl.
- Breathability: Fine for British summers (lol), but desert climates might warrant a fan.
Final Rating: Splash-Proof Sarcasm
Buy if:
- Youโre done with socks that feel like wet lettuce.
- You want shoes that transition from Tesco to trails.
- Subtle flexing > influencer bait.
Skip if:
- You collect shoes that hurt โfor aestheticsโ.
- You enjoy trench foot.
Where to Join the Waterproof Resistance
Ready to mock the weather gods? The ECCO Street 720 Sneakers are plotting rebellion at 121 Shoes, flaunting a 365-day return policy (because adulting is hard).
Final Thought: If these sneakers were a person, theyโd be the mate who brings whisky and an umbrella. Trustworthy, low-key, and annoyingly prepared.
