Chris Burns

Chris B. is the founder of ARCH (art + research, culture - hype) ARCH is a more informative look into sneaker culture. By presenting information about the business of sportswear through marketing analysis, updates on stock prices and introductions to new brands and styles, the site is easily distinguished from the everyday site only giving you release dates. You can follow me on Twitter @archbyccb or YouTube @archbyccb.

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Nike LeBron XX Christmas Green Apple/Reflect Silver FJ4955-300

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  Buy Now: https://arch-usa.com/product/nike-lebron-xx-stocking-stuffer-green-apple-reflect-silver-fj4955-300/ Nike’s LeBron XX captures the energy of the classic Kobe Grinch with this new Christmas model. The sneaker features a graphic of poinsettias on the midsole and on the leather Swoosh and heel, while the upper has splashes of red in the Green Apple with a 3M Swoosh behind the leather…

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Air Jordan 2 Low SP Two 18 Rocky Tan/British Tan DV7129-222

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  Visit arch to Buy: https://arch-usa.com/product/air-jordan-2-retro-low-sp-two18-rocky-tan-british-tan-dv7129-222/ The Detroit based Two 18 shop is one of a trio of International Jordan 2 Low drops from Jordan Brand partners. Released in 2022 the sneaker highlights Detroit and the surrounding areas with a post card box and paper and highlighting the surrounding area from Flint to suburbs of…

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Reebok ‘Yard Love’ Collection Inspired by HBCU D9

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In conjunction with the collection, Reebok is pledging to donate $25,000 to the United Negro College Fund BOSTON, Mass. — January 6th, 2023: Reebok announces the launch of a new hoodie and t-shirt apparel capsule, ‘Yard Love’, honoring historically Black Greek organizations in the United States. Offered in colorways used by various Black Greek organizations, the collection was…

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The JA 1 Continues Nike’s Recognition of Where Basketball is in Today’s Marketplace

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arch-usa.com written by Christopher D. Burns, MFA The JA 1 Continues Nike’s Recognition of Where Basketball is in Today’s Marketplace This paper is a comprehensive discussion on Nike and Jordan Basketball including micro-sets of data and evidence of basketball becoming a seasonal segment for performance footwear. How will this affect the JA 1? PDF Download…

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Air Jordan 7 Retro Cardinal CU9307-106 White/Black-Cardinal Red

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  Visit arch to Buy: https://arch-usa.com/product/air-jordan-7-retro-cardinal-white-black-cardinal-red-cu9307-106/ The Cardinal makes its first appearance since 2011. The OG color originally released in 1992-93. The sneaker features tumbled leather and the inner sockliner bootie for a snug fit. This is easily one of the best true to the original drops from Jordan Brand.  

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PUMA’s Poor Decision to Name the Latest Pack ‘Thrifted Collection’

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  Meet the Thrifted Pack. Inspired by thrift shop fashion, these footwear styles feature light cracked leathers, premium materials, and yellow midsoles for a faded, vintage feel. Source: Thrifted Collection | PUMA I got an e-mail this morning with the subject line, “Secondhand Style”. I immediately opened it to consider writing a post on Puma’s…

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adidas Basketball’s 2023 Collection: Chapter 01 Attempts to Recapture Basketball as Lifestyle

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adidas Basketball unveils The 2023 Collection: Chapter 01, the first of the brand’s series of premium offerings Source: adidas Basketball Unveils the 2023 Collection: Chapter 01 & Premieres “Remember the Why” Brand Film The aesthetic of adidas’ latest collection is pure Fear of God although Jerry Lorenzo and his camp have stated they are no…

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Air Jordan 3 Retro Reimagined Summit White/Fire Red-Black DN3707-100

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  Visit: https://arch-usa.com/product/air-jordan-3-retro-reimagined-summit-white-fire-red-black-dn3707-100/ The reimagined Air Jordan 3 gets the lost and found treatment with an aged sail and heel and a box featuring a worn edge graphic. The classic White Cement carries the Nike Air at the heel and a classic Nike Air orange hangtag. I take the time to go through every aspect…

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Sneaker Stats | Jordan Brand Dominates the Weekend

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 https://arch-usa.com/search-and-sales-data-for-the-air-jordan-1-chicago-lost-and-found-dz5485-612/ Jordan Brand could literally dominate every weekend now that adidas and Yeezy have parted ways and the Three Stripes is sans flagship sneaker to drop for the hype and style conscious consumer. This doesn’t mean that the data isn’t compelling to look at. When the Lost & Found Air Jordan 1 released (link above),…

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Why I Love Sneakers Episode 6 | My Sneaker of the Year: The Degenerate by Unless x NFW

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Visit: https://unlesscollective.com/ All PLANTS. No PLASTIC. The world’s first regenerative sneaker. Made from the elements, to be worn in the elements, and designed to return harmlessly to the elements. Earth has a new favorite shoe. Handmade in Italy using next-gen plant-powered technology. The future of sustainable sneakers is plastic free.

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Steven Vasilev Sharing the RTFKT x Nike WM Chip Offers an Interesting Aspect in the Kool Kiy and OMI Lawsuit

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Our RTFKT World Merging experience is now live! Connecting virtual and physcial worlds through NFTs and WM Chips Embedded in our iRL Products. pic from Steven Vasilev on LinkedIn Source: Steven Vasilev on LinkedIn: Our RTFKT World Merging experience is now live! Connecting virtual | 78 comments Note: This post is an exercise in argumentation….

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