PS821 is an independent footwear brand founded on the belief that exclusivity should be inclusive and that individuality and authenticity lie at the heart and “sole” of style. 7 Days No Nike is not a shot at the Swoosh. After Nike’s latest quarterly report it’s clear the company has command of the entire sneaker industry. What…
Visit the post for more. Source: _Shop Men 7 Days No Nike is not a shot at the Swoosh. After Nike’s latest quarterly report it’s clear the company has command of the entire sneaker industry. What is also evident is the brand is intent on dominating the news cycle on sneaker sites via the constant stream…
In 2017 I faced one of the biggest economic setbacks anyone could experience. In 2015 I made 700,000 dollars. In 2016 I made 300,000 dollars. In 2017 everything was gone. I tell the story and explain how losing half a million dollars was a matter of making a conscious decision after making a lot of…
This colorway of the Nike KYRIE 5 PE “Neon Blends” was created for Kyrie Irving for his game against the Washington Wizards on December 12. Source: Nike KYRIE 5 PE “Neon Blends” This PE will probably never make it to GR, but I fully expect to see this shoe show up in February for All…
Discover Louis Vuitton Run Away Sneaker: Sneaker in a mix of Monogram canvas, technical lining and a rubber hand-crafted outsole. Source: Products by Louis Vuitton: Run Away Sneaker In a picture via Mark Giannotto’s twitter feed University of Memphis legend and coach Penny Hardaway rocks a pair of Louis Vuitton Run Away sneakers against…
This episode of Patriot Act is the epitome of how hype is created and it perfectly utilizes the refutation in research to tear down the logic around hype. Hasan lays the groundwork by introducing and covering “Conspicuous Consumption”, which leads to a discussion on the Carlyle Group’s investment into Supreme. It is definitely worth 24…
Now that we’re in the 4th Quarter of 2018 I have to start thinking about my top 40 sneakers of the year. That means that I have a lot of catching up to do since I’ve been doing more business writing than talking about the shoes that I think are dope. This tennis shoe, in…
The Harlem-born entertainer and athlete draws from his time in LA and NYC to give fresh perspective to classic Nike silhouettes and graphics. Source: Sheck Wes Curates the Inaugural NYC Editions Collection I don’t know if it’s that I watched way too much Chappelle Show, but doesn’t the above pic of Sheck look like Dave…
Anyone who knows me realize that Pharoahe Monch has long been in rotation for me. His albums easily rank in the top ten of my favorite albums of all time. When someone raises the argument of the top emcees I always, always state that when it comes down to it Black Thought and Pharoahe Monch…
Discover the Diadora Lifestyle Fall/Winter 2018 collection: a line with authentic DNA and no limitations. Source: https://www.diadora.com/en/us/stories/lifestyle_fw18/#4 Dad shoes, retro runners, when the wave hits everyone rides it until it crashes on the beach leaving nothing behind. It’s actually frustrating to see in the sneaker world. I’ve spoken often about diversity in a sneaker closet and…
Take a look at the Art of SNKRS Converse CT16 Collection. Stay a step ahead of the latest sneaker launches and drops. Source: Art of SNKRS: Converse CT16 Collection Quick note to remind anyone who wasn’t able to cop during the NBA Playoffs last season that the Converse Pairs of the Art of Champions collection…
I’ve wanted to open an art gallery for the last ten years. I’ve never taken that step because of fear and any random thing that could stop me, I let it, smh. When I finally remove that fear one of the artist I plan on carrying is a part of the Bughouse Collective. His…
All Songs Featured in this playlist can be found here: https://amzn.to/2pU7GXP We got a chance to hit the outdoor musicfest for Memphis (held at Shelby Farms Park in Memphis) this year to see Nas. I was far back so the video isn’t clear, but I thought someone would like to peep this. Nas killed it….
Amplify the Impact of Your Old Stuff with Community Recycling Source: Amplify the Impact of Your Old Stuff with Community Recycling https://timberland.communityrecycling.biz/?icid=homepage-r10-4-18-sec7https:__timberland_communityrecycling_biz_ Not only has Timberland updated the classic yellow boot, they are allowing you to return your older pairs, and actually any pairs of shoes so those shoes can find a second life. As…
What exactly is No.One up to? The handcrafted purveyors of limited footwear based in Los Angeles have completely erased any recent information on social media and I just checked in on the site to find this video: Anybody know what’s going on?
Recently Robert Glasper put Lauryn Hill on blast, but not really. He was only speaking truth to power in stating that Lauryn Hill is difficult to work with. I, like the rest of the world, have been waiting patiently for Lauryn Hill, but L Boogie is basically the originator of the Jay Electronica in…
Source: Shadow 6000 Oktoberfest It’s been a long time since I’ve dropped an article about a Saucony Original. I really haven’t been motivated to do so since the company had seemed to given up on creating themed shoe releases this year. Last year Saucony released so many incredible drops that they ran all over the…
CLAE x MARCH LA.B LIMITED EDITION Available Saturday, Sept. 15th Los Angeles based footwear brand CLAE presents their latest partnership for Autumn – Winter 2018: a limited edition footwear and timepiece pack with Los Angeles based, French-made luxury timepiece brand March LA.B. Inspired by the brands’ shared com Source: CLAE X MARCH LA.B When I look at…
A look back at the top performances and footwear from the Seattle Storm forward in 2018. (via Nike) This post is something I intended to do throughout the season, but I sell sneakers for a living and do analysis of the footwear and apparel industry. Which means I don’t get to have a lot of…
Too often the stories of our heroes are told after their demise. We get the details about what they went through via biopics or biographies. That’s not a problem, but in Hip-Hop it’s a constant which is unfortunately common because our shining stars are cut down in their prime. Bobbito Garcia’s life has been…
Clearweather the product of footwear design brothers Josh Brubaker and Brandon Brubaker. We are an independently owned and operated footwear brand from Santa Ana, California. History influences the look and feel of everything we do now and in the future. Please Join us on this Journey. Source: Clearweather Sneakers – Less Corporate, More Independent Typically…
Photo: Joan Smalls by @DexterNavy Source: The Making of the Jordan x Vogue Collaboration. air.jordan.com While an “okay” from Anna Wintour is verification of style and high fashion, what the AWOK (Anna Wintour Okay) means for Jordan Brand is an additional stamp of approval from the fashion world that sneakers are no longer to be avoided…
