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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.

Nike Air Force 1 GTX Light Bone/Black-Medium Olive CK2630-002

Nike Air Force 1 GTX Light Bone/Black-Medium Olive CK2630-002

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago01 mins

The GoreTex Air Force 1 is one of the best drops from Nike. The shoe features a waterproof upper with an interior lining made from GoreTex. The premium tumbled leather and pops of olive and embroidered make this a really nice option for the wet spring season. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=CK2630-002&categoryId1=15709&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=Nike+Air+Force+1+GTX+Light+Bone%2FBlack-Medium+Olive+CK2630-002&listingType1=All&topRatedSeller=true&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]

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Insider Ties: Amazon, Counterfeits and the Battle Against Fake Startups (Updated)

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago58 mins

Updated (May 1st, 2020) I wrote this post in 2016. I decided to update and add the information at the bottom of this post today. Amazon is full of Chinese counterfeits and they’re driving out legit goods Source: Amazon is full of Chinese counterfeits and they’re driving out legit goods I know the picture above…

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Why Hasn’t Lakai Exploded Like Vans?

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago06 mins

Lakai Shoes & Apparel – Shop the best Skate Footwear from the official Lakai Limited Online Store – Free Shipping on orders $75 or more. Source: Lakai Limited Footwear | The Shoes We Skate When I heard that Tony Hawk, fresh off of his appearance on the Masked Singer, was signing to Vans it struck…

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Nike Air Force 1 ’07 PRM 3 Gym Red/Orange Peel-Black AT4144-601

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago01 mins

The Chinese New Year 2019 Air Force 1 is a premium release celebrating the Chinese culture via vibrant colors and materials which represent the Year of the Pig. While the design here does highlight the kites and fireworks associated with the culture, the dragon/snake like texture at the heel seems out of place for Year…

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The Creative Ideas Small Businesses are Implementing to Drive Engagement: Chiappetta Shoes x Jack Andrea

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago05 mins

Visit Chiappetta Shoes Small businesses are continuously fighting to overcome issues with COVID-19. The quarantine has killed Q1 and is taking out Q2. In the process small business people have had to collaborate with each other and generate new campaigns to highlight their own products and products for their neighbors. One company I consistently admire…

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Nike Air Force 1 ’07 LV8 2 ACG Pack CD0887-001 Black Magic/Flamingo

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago01 mins

The Air Force 1 gets the ACG treatment in this Black and Pink colorway. The shoe features some interesting details like a graphic of two men hiking in Oregon on the insole, a ACG Man hangtag and a 3M reflective heel tab. The shoe is made with a rugged suede and ripstop. I’m not certain…

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Allbirds Tree Dasher is a Throwback to the Beginning and a Requirement For Expansion

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago26 mins

Source: Sustainable Running Shoes | Athletic & Performance Footwear | Allbirds The analysts in the footwear industry have been touting the trend of athleisure and the decline of performance footwear for years. I’ve been pushing back with the comment that categorization for footwear no longer holds as a correct means of segmenting the sportswear category….

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AJ1 High Zoom Fearless Multi Color/Varsity Red-Black BV0006-900

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago02 mins

The Jordan 1 has basically become the Chuck Taylor for Jordan Brand. MJ’s status has been forever cemented in sneaker culture and the various styles and options in this sneaker are endless. This shoe has more of the D Wade Jordan period flavor. If you recall Wade wore a Jordan 1 that had full length…

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Beckett Simonon | Footwear Artisans Placing Quality First

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago05 mins

Dress them up, dress them down, sneakers have never been more versatile or appreciated. You’re sure to find a pair to fit your style. Source: Sneakers Launched in 2011 as a leather goods based business, Beckett Simonon is another direct-to-consumer platform creating quality, hand crafted footwear. I discovered the brand because the social media cookies…

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Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG 555088-030 Black/Pine Green-White-Gym Red

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago02 mins

Like the Shattered Backboard and Bred Toe, Pine Green is becoming a model that is showing up in countless iterations. The color is meant to celebrate Jordan’s 63 point game against the legendary Boston Celtics. Lately, the pine green is being featured without any storytelling around the model. This pair does feature a more premium…

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A Uniquely Cali Collab: CLAE x Son Of Cobra SS20

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago02 mins

CLAE has teamed up with surfboard shaper Son of Cobra for a limited edition collection of sneakers and retro fish board. The CLAE x Son of Cobra collection delivers aesthetically-forward footwear that blends California cool with an artistic slant. The accompanying video showcases his latest project, a lightweight 2002 Source: CLAE x Son Of Cobra…

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Top 5 Yeezy Alternatives For Post Quarantine Fresh

Chris Burns5 years ago3 years ago01 mins

Dropping 200 plus on a pair of Yeezy sneakers in a world that has been forever altered by COVID-19, seems a bit excessive. While many people are still going to give up the dollars to look fresh, there are some dope options available if you take a moment to look at a few brands you…

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adidas NMD_R1 FX4355 Core Black/Core Black/Lush Red

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago01 mins

The adidas NMD_R1 dropped off of the resale scanner, but still remained a popular model allowing adidas to continue their growth in the North American and international market. The shoe can now be considered a classic style by the Three Stripes due to its immediately recognizable midsole blocks. This version arrives in a “tri-color” style…

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Sneaker Entrepreneurship and Sole Proprietorship Adjustments in the COVID-19 Crisis

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago021 mins

On March 15th when I knew I would be shutting down to quarantine and I would be losing my primary source of income, I created a post on LinkedIn where I shared my plan of action. Before the crisis I had begun work on a white paper for a company reemerging from bankruptcy. I was…

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WMNS Air Jordan 4 Retro NXN Black/Black-Black CK2925-001

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago01 mins

No Cover or Nike Cross Nationals? What is the NXN for the Olivia Kim designed Air Jordan 4. This video dives into the price of the shoe and should be compared to my video on the Black Cat Jordan 4 recently posted. Kim’s design uses Bovine fur with a splatter feature at the heel and…

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WMNS Air Jordan 1 Mid BQ6472-602 Barely Rose/Black-Black-Multi

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago01 mins

Another Jordan 1 Mid but this model features premium materials and an a beautiful iridescent heel counter and collar that makes the shoe pop. The rough suede will have to be brushed because it rubs off easily and ends up on the black shoe strings, but this is a very intriguing look for women from…

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WMNS Air Jordan 1 Mid BQ6472-114 White/Powder Blue-White

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago01 mins

Another UNC inspired colorway of the Jordan 1 Mid arrives in this basic colorway that features a few hidden details like a satin lining and more premium construction than traditionally associated with the Mid. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=+BQ6472-114+&categoryId1=15709&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=aj1midunc&listingType1=All&topRatedSeller=true&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]

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Nike W Waffle Racer /OW White/Black-Electric Green CD8180-100

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago01 mins

The Waffle Racer has been reimagined by Virgil White and the outcome is definitely a conversation piece. The shoe features a layer of bubble wrap that covers the design and color options muting what could be an outstanding addition to the Nike Waffle line. Key OW elements are present and the unfinished look of the…

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W Waffle Racer/OW Vivid Sky/Electric Green-Black CD8180-400

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago01 mins

Unlike many I tend to find the Off-White design elements distracting from the original design. In this case I can’t had my lack of appreciation during the video, but what I realize is that everything isn’t for everybody. While I like the original Waffle Racer which looks a lot like the Tailwind, the overlay of…

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W Waffle Racer OW Black/White-Fuchsia CD8180-001

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago01 mins

I was able to get three colors of the Off-White Waffle Racer. In this video I less harsh in my comments on the model and I grow to like this pair more as a work of art as opposed to a daily wear pair. I did not keep any of these for myself, but they…

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Nike Zoom Pulse CT1629-001 Black/Blue Hero-Teal Tint

Chris Burns5 years ago5 years ago01 mins

This video was recorded prior to the COVID-19 outbreak. I do not recommend buying the Pulse to flip during these difficult times for people in the medical industry. The Nike Pulse is a shoe designed specifically medical workers. The lightweight, but sturdy and sticky outsole slip on features a waterproof upper with sock like fit…

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Nike W NSW AF1 Shadow CU4743-001 Black/White-Limelight

Chris Burns5 years ago2 years ago01 mins

In this video I explain that to do a real vs fake check you really should have one of the shoes on hand. Simply looking at pictures is fine if the pictures come from legit sources. The AF1 Shadow Patches was a great model to get into for a deep dive like this. The shoe…

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