The Capo Après from Brandblack Cozy Crafted Kicks
Source: Women's Capo Faux Shearling Green Shearling
COMUNITYmade’s Traction 2.0 Takes Off With More Performance Options and a Eco-Conscious Method of Make | Holiday Deal
Every little detail – Designed, developed, and handcrafted in L.A. using our proprietary men’s and women’s lasts, for the perfect fit- Upper combination of Premium Mastrotto® Italian leathers and tech mesh, with a soft, buttery feel that provides a LUXE experience from the first wear- NEW 2.0 Deluxe handcrafted, made in USA leather laces –…
Nike LDWaffle Sacai Undercover Night Maroon/Team Royal DJ4877-600
The Waffle is one of Nike’s original running shoes. This redesign features Nike collaborating with two companies: Sacai and Undercover. The new silhouette features a sculpted midsole with double branding cues throughout the upper of the shoe. I take a moment in this video to do a close up and to also show the Waffle…
StockX Makes Its First Acquisition with Scout Inventory Management
— Provides Sellers Access to Automation, Inventory Management Technology — StockX, the trusted global platform for consuming and trading current culture products, has acquired the inventory management solution known as Scout. The company’s first acquisition will further streamline the selling experience on StockX and help customers around the world grow and scale their operations. Source:…
The Top 10 Sneaker Videos on arch for October 2021
I’ve been writing the monthly resale report to deliver data on the top sneakers sold via arch. My intent was to utilize a micro set of data as a comparison to top sneaker lists published by analyst using Point of Sales data. I’d like to establish that what is selling is typically in complete contrast…
Air Jordan 11 Retro Low IE Black/True Red-Multicolor 919712-023
The IE isn’t given the same respect as the regular or low version of the Jordan 11. The shoe was and still is a performance beast. The model remains one of the best technical versions of the 11. It’s extremely breathable and still features the carbon fiber and cushioning of the original.
5 New Drops From New Balance SB
New Balance has ramped up its investment in sponsorships. In skate, the brand has quickly become a player with a variety of sneakers for their roster of athletes. As Nike SB has become synonymous with the Dunk and a ridiculous increase in resale prices, it’s important to know that not one New Balance skate shoe…
Air Jordan 11 Retro Low White/Legend Blue-White-Black AV2187-117
The Legend Blue Air Jordan 11 Retro Low features a few changes that should be noted. The ballistic mesh has been replaced with leather on the upper, except on the tongue. The widow’s peak at the toebox, medial and lateral sides of the shoe, aren’t on the low at all. The tongue of the shoe…
The Kith for Birkenstock Collab is a Warm Wave of Shearling and Suede
KITH & KIN FALL/WINTER KITH FALL/WINTER CLASSICS KITH FOR BIRKENSTOCK KITH & MLB FOR CLARKS ORIGINALS ACCESSORIES HOMEGOODS Source: Kith for Birkenstock Birkenstock is no longer seen as just a beach bum, lounging on the quad college student, Jesus sandal. The brand has maintained its autonomy and utilized collaborative efforts to elevate the company to…
Kith & Kin Fall/Winter 2021 is a Direct Reflection of “NYC”
Source: Kith & Kin Fall/Winter 2021 I’ve long stated that Kith is a retailer perfectly suited to dominate from an experiential position in the market. Their collections reflect the idea of New York as a place where style isn’t sacrificed for function. In their latest drop, the visual merchandising and quality has my finger hovering…
Beckett Simonon Expands Options While Maintaining Quality | Graham Trainer in White/Gray/White
Casual and sporty. Handcrafted with the same meticulous attention to detail as our shoes, the Graham Trainers are the most casual and sporty trainers in our collection. Constructed with water-repellent suede, full-grain leather and recycled PET canvas… Source: Graham Trainers I last wrote about Beckett Simonon last year. I hadn’t revisited the brand until I…
Nike Air Force 1 ’07 LV8 EMB Trailblazers Black/Chile Red-Grey Fog-Sail DC8874-001
The Portland Trailblazers 75th anniversary Nike Air Force 1 arrives with embroidered logos on the heel and at the vamp. The shoe features a softer leather than typically used on Uptowns in the 90 to 100 dollar range and the tongue replaces the Nike Air with the NBA 75th logo.
Under Armour Quietly Stands Behind An Important Football Coalition | The NCMFC
Source: UA Newsroom Under Armour’s partnership with the National Coalition of Minority Football Coaches finds long-term opportunities for coaches of all backgrounds. The new partnership seeks to bring more diversity, equity, and inclusion to football. NCMFC is a resource and ally for meaningful diversity and inclusion in coaching. Under Armour and the National Coalition of…
Who Did It Better? Le Coq Sportif LCS R800 Z1 TI Tenkaippin Ramen vs Saucony Grid 8500 Ramen
Image Source: PR Times and Japan Today I have to admit, I haven’t checked for Le Coq Sportif as much as I should have. The shoes have no real presence at brick and mortar locations in my region, and to be honest I haven’t really thought about the brand since Joakim Noah rocked them early…
Nike Air Force 1 ’07 LV8 EMB ‘Lakers’ White/White-Coast-Field Purple DC8874-101
Nike is celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the NBA with a collection of kicks and apparel. There are an array of Dunks and Air Force 1s dropping with team logos and every pair has been fire. This is the Minneapolis Lakers version featuring the Lakers Logo at the heel and a diamond cut into the…
A Trifecta of Dope Design from Danner | My Top 3 Options for Rugged Style
Danner has never really hit me with a “need to share pair” from the classic outdoor brand. It’s kind of like Merrell. I never thought about Merrell until I began to read about the company and I found that they made some of the best looking shoes in the business. My wife commenced to breaking…
The WMNS Nike Dunk High Up Summit White/White-Sail-Black DH3718-100 Draws Inspiration from Soulland Collab
In this video, I take a moment to show you where the inspiration for the design of the Dunk High Up came from. Using an older video of the Soulland Dunk dropped almost five years ago, I show how the embroidered Swoosh design on this 2021 model was also used in the Fri.Day collection from…
In January 2022 PUMA Begins Biodegradable RE:SUEDE and Circular Economy Program
Source: PUMA pilots testing for biodegradable RE:SUEDE version of its most iconic sneaker – PUMA CATch up On Running, adidas, and other programs are tackling sustainability issues with their programs which also include the recycling of footwear. Puma has been working on bio tech options in footwear, but this is the first program where they…
F.I.L.A. Falling In Love Again | Fila Continues to Confuse with Cool Concepts and Fractured Retail
Source: Falling in Love Again (fila.com) In the last year, I’ve taken a real interest in watching how Fila is entering the market. It’s a project which doesn’t deliver the site a considerable amount of traffic, so why would I look so deeply into a brand that hit for a small amount of time three…
Nike Waffle One Summit White/White-Black DA7995-100
The Waffle One is a modern take on the classic Waffle Trainer from Nike. The shoe features the waffle sole, but it’s given a modern take with a nod to Beaverton 1972. Throughout various sections of the upper is the EST. 1972 nod to the Waffle and Nike. On this version you can see clearly…
Top 10 Sneakers for Date Night
It’s getting colder, but you still don’t want to break out the Timbs just yet. You want a sneaker that can survive the cold weather, but isn’t just another plain white pair of tennis shoes. Maybe you’re married, or maybe this is your first date. You want your partner to check you out from head…
Ollie Gray Delivers a Functional, Fashionable Sneaker for First Term to Full Term Moms | The Satin Rose/Cream OG Sneaker
OG Sneaker – Ollie Gray (olliegraymaternity.com) “We love what we’ve built with Ollie Gray, and we love what we get to do for all the moms out there. Motherhood is the toughest job in the world, and if we can make it just a little bit easier — a little more comfortable, a little more…