This article appears in the pages of VMAN 42: Turning Point, on newsstands now. Order your copy at shop.vmagazine.com.

The chunky-sole trend has gone sky-high since Prada debuted its first oversized iteration, spawning everything from platform Crocs to hiking sneakers. The Cloudbust Thunder Sneaker reflects a return to chunkiness in its purest form—just the right amount of elevation, while still streamlined—perfect for channeling your inner superhero. Prop styled by Jeremy Travis Parker.

PRADA CLOUDBUST THUNDER SNEAKER ($895, PRADA.COM)