Justin; Sydney

Like Thomas earlier this week, Justin is another newcomer to Australia who is injecting his own sneaker style into the Sydney scene.

That style is all black everything (with only his impressive array of ink breaking up the monochrome), and it's a look he has transferred seamlessly from his home in Toronto, and such is his commitment to 'noir' it effects everything including his shoe choices.

As a skater Justin's footwear choices are much more about practicality then style, as comfort, support and durability are the key factors for him, and these Nike boots are doing an admirable job of coping with anything and everything he throws at them.

Shoes for skating is one thing, but Justin pushes his shoes further than that, as his kicks also need to cope with the after hours activities too - which means flowing beer and dropping kebabs which these shoes have proved to be very adept at surviving.

Matt; Sydney

You may remember my mate Matt from the site a while ago (nudge your memory here).  He is without doubt one of my fave people in Sydney, and whenever he's on the prowl for kicks I always sit up and take notice. 

To give you some backstory, we met through work and not only is he an amazing Editor who I have learnt a lot through, but he's also a very style conscious individual who is very selective when it comes to his fashion tastes.

Premium labels for a must for Matt as he goes for quality craftmanship over cheaper dispensable clothing every time, and for him Common Projects kicks are a go to.  The brand's flagship Achilles shoe is an icon of simple yet classic design fused with quality build and in this Tan colourway look fantastic.  

He's also rocking some great Japan Blue selvedge denim from Sydney clothing boutique Corlection, which like the shoes Matt will enjoy breaking down and wearing in.

Matt is in all a purist; someone who doesn't mind spending a bit more on what he rocks and see's the extra expense as an investment for pieces that will last, and grow to tell their own story, which is highly refreshing in an age where the majority of people buy lots of cheap gear that becomes dispensable.