Feature x Saucony Shadow 6000 ‘Chocolate Chip’ 

I’ve always had a soft spot for Saucony collabs, and the Feature x Saucony Shadow 6000 “Chocolate Chip” is a perfect example of why. Part of the “High Stakes” pack, this pair takes a beloved Saucony silhouette and gives it a dessert-inspired twist that feels both playful and wearable.

The Shadow 6000 itself is a classic runner, first released in 1991, and it’s always had that chunky, sturdy vibe that lends itself well to storytelling collabs. With Feature, the story they wanted to tell was food — specifically ice cream — and the “Chocolate Chip” colorway nails it.

The uppers mix brown suede and textile panels, balanced with cream and speckled details that mimic vanilla ice cream dotted with chocolate chunks. Even the speckling on the midsole looks like it’s been dusted with cookie crumbs. The tongue and insole branding tie the whole thing together, with Feature’s script logo and extra nods to the ice cream shop theme.

What I love most is how Saucony collabs often sit in that sweet spot between theme-heavy and actually wearable. These aren’t some crazy pair that end up as shelf art — they’re versatile enough to wear out, but still quirky enough to turn heads when another sneaker nerd spots the ice cream inspo.

On-foot, the Shadow 6000 “Chocolate Chip” is comfortable and supportive, thanks to Saucony’s EVA midsole cushioning. It’s not trying to compete with BOOST or modern foams, but it holds its own, especially if you’re into that retro runner feel.

Released on January 29, 2022, these weren’t the hardest collab to cop, but they’ve become one of those pairs that always spark a conversation when I pull them out. To me, that’s the real win — sneakers that tell a story and still get worn.