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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5 Reasons Why Stephen Curry & Under Armour Launching Standalone “Curry Brand” is the Most Important Venture in UA’s History

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Curry Brand, Powered by Under Armour, Aims to Reach 100K Youth Athletes Globally by 2025. Source: STEPHEN CURRY AND UNDER ARMOUR LAUNCH THE CURRY BRAND, AIMED TO CHANGE THE GAME FOR GOOD I typically wouldn’t start this with what could be perceived as a negative, but as an outsider looking in, the logo above ain’t…

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Insider Ties: Episode 194| Shop with Smaller Sneaker Brands for Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2020

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I wanted to take the time to ask you to visit a few smaller sneaker companies for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Here are the companies in this video: NinetyNine Products: https://goodthin.gs/collections/ninetynineproducts COMUNITYmade: https://www.comunitymade.com/ CLAE: https://www.clae.com/pages/bradley-cactus-leather Clearweather: https://clearweatherbrand.com/collections/black-friday-1 Brandblack: https://brandblack.com/ Rockdeep: https://www.rockdeep.com/ You can support ARCH by subscribing to YouTube and visiting the website. https://youtube.com/archbyccb

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Air Jordan 1 High “Chicago” 1985 | Print Pre-Order by Adam Port

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Source: The Beginning (Air Jordan 1 High “Chicago” 1985) ABOUT THE ART The original painting, measuring 36”x55”, was created with acrylic paint and pencil on art panel. The artwork features the Air Jordan 1 High “Chicago” 1985. The original pair of 1985 sneakers were found and photographed at Top Shelf Kicks in Caldwell, NJ.   The intention for…

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Brandblack Aura M421BB Pink

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Visit Brandblack to purchase the Aura: https://brandblack.com/collections/aura-men/products/mens-aura-pink The Brandblack Aura features a Rolling Gait technology from Vibram that feels like it’s propelling you forward from heel to toe. The cushioned ride feels fantastic and is one of the most eye catching models in their lineup. The inner sockliner gives the shoe a snug fit, but…

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5 Things StockX Should Fix (Includes Video – without audio of Bulk Shipping Glitch) – Running Update on Returns

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It’s a bit presumptuous for me to make a list saying that StockX should fix things. The company has shifted into electronics and during the quarantine, they grew website traffic by 3 million visitors (SRRRA). Since 2018, I’ve sold 1.8 million dollars in shoes on the platform. This includes the 4 months of not working…

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Pre-Order the CLAE Bradley Cactus Leather | It’s Like Kickstarter, but More Direct

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THE VERY FIRST CACTUS LEATHER SNEAKER PRE-ORDER NOW Pursuing our commitment to conscious and sustainable fashion, we have been working tirelessly to develop a 100% organic and sustainable material that is as surprising as it is innovative.  In collaboration with DESSERTOⓇ, the 2020 Green Product Award winners Source: Bradley Cactus Leather – Pre-Order Allbirds has…

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Brandblack Nomo M428BB White/Pink-Grey

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Visit Brandblack to check out the Nomo: https://brandblack.com/collections/nomo-men The Brandblack is obviously a lifestyle model, but the shoe is rooted in serious outdoor footwear tech. The Nomo utilizes a Vibram designed & engineered technical running midsole, high traction rubber outsole with internal shank for mid-foot support, breathable spacer mesh underlays and full grain leather /…

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