Luke’s shoes mark a moment of excitement, anxiety, and a little bit of luck. He bought them right after finishing his exams, a reward to himself before the holidays. They were a limited edition, and he remembers the rush of trying to grab a pair online before they sold out—only to realize he had accidentally bought two.
Since then, they’ve become an everyday essential. He’s worn them through long days at Georgia State, studying mathematics and atmospheric science, on rides in his Jeep, and during travels with his mom. More than just a purchase, these shoes have carried him through the start of a new chapter in life.