Today we pass the baton for the annual Snobette Sneaker Awards to panelist Soleil Barros. The president of Southern California vibes, Barros was born with both a sunny nature and membership in the authentic, top-of-the-pyramid population that informs sneaker companies and ultimately has a massive influence on the culture.
Check out her five selections below and also have a look at Susan Boyle‘s and Jazerai Allen-Lord‘s 2017 picks.