picture via NBA.com Source: PUMA.com | Forever Faster. Digital chunks, NBA viewership, influencers, Youth culture and sneaker culture… all of these things crash together but aren’t discussed in detail by those attempting to understand how to create an environment where basketball sneakers become treasured gems again. All of these things matter to marketing teams, but…
I was in the process of doing a video for the Vapor Off White and because I’m not a fan of the shoe I decided to respond to Virgil Abloh’s comment that Streetwear is dying. I explain that streetwear can’t die because style is what you make it. The only way something dies is if…
Source: J.Cole | PUMA.com The abundance of options that exist in footwear means that the company that carries the most shelf space is typically the company that wins. There isn’t any secret that one company dominates the hearts and minds of consumers when it comes to sportswear. As a matter of fact, it’s what makes…
Source: Pensole Design Academy – Portland, Oregon BOSTON, MA – FEBRUARY 9, 2020 – As the world leader in producing high-performance rubber outsoles, Vibram has signed a multi-year partnership agreement with PENSOLE Academy, which starts this year. This new agreement further establishes the longstanding relationship between the two organizations in fostering strong industry relationships and developing innovations. In this…
In 2014, Clearweather an Independent family owned footwear brand based out of Santa Ana, California was driven to create our own path in the corporate sneaker world. Source: Clearweather Official Website | Less Corporate, More Independent.
The original Moon Racer was developed in 1971 as one of Nike’s first shoes. This updated pair is a lifestyle version of the shoe that features React cushioning with a VaporFly designed outsole. The shoe is built from canvas and premium leather and arrives with a Goddess of Victory carry bag. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=Nike+Moon+Racer+QS+Sail%2FGym+Blue-Solar+Red+BV7779-100&categoryId1=15709&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=moonblk&listingType1=All&topRatedSeller=true&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″] …
The Kyrie 5 takes on the iconic colorway of the Air Jordan 4 Retro Bred and features the cement midsole and the classic Bulls colorway in one of the cleanest looks for the shoe this season.
The Rokit designed Kyrie 5 appeared during NBA All Star Weekend 2019. The limited release shoe features a number of eye catching details like a translucent Flytrap lacing system, an volt translucent outsole and a retooled upper with an inverted 3M Swoosh. Rokit branding is molded into the heel counter with Rokit branding on the…
The Jerry Lorenzo designed Skylon II features a Recrafted upper comparable to models created by the leader of Fear of God. The shoe isn’t as coveted as his ultra modern take on the basketball silhouette, but this white version is clean and the pop of patent leather black on the Swoosh gives the shoe a…
The Fear of God brand from Jerry Lorenzo is immediately associated with a distinctive look and a premium feel. This Skylon II has to grow on you. The details are subtle, but the quality is there however the color pallette creates a diffused look that isn’t as eye catching as you would think a FOG…
The Hugh Errolson designed Presto Mid receives the Acronym treatment to bring a vivd pop of color to a typically monochrome release. The graphic logo A creates blank spaces throughout the design with pops of pink and volt on a traditional white/black and royal colorway. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=AH7832-600&categoryId1=15709&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=prestoacronym&listingType1=All&topRatedSeller=true&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]
The latest category in Nike’s AIR category is the 720 Max Air cushioning tech. The visible cushion is the largest air bag the brand has delivered. The Air Max 720 captures elements of Nike’s catalog and introduces a bold style with the experience of walking on air from heel to toe. This model is named…
The Total Eclipse version of the Air Max 720 is more like a partial eclipse. The shoe isn’t completely black. The anthracite is more prominent giving the shoe a really nice gradient look on top of Nike’s largest Max Air cushion ever. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=AO2924-004&categoryId1=15709&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=am720total&listingType1=All&topRatedSeller=true&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]
Another addition to the 270 line arrives in a cool colorway that could represent a number of college teams or just be worn casually. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=Nike+Air+Max+270+Wolf+Grey%2FUniversity+Red+AH8050-018&categoryId1=15709&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=am270ohio&listingType1=All&topRatedSeller=true&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]
Another addition to the Air Max 270 line. I do appreciate the Nike hasn’t updated the 270 in this form. They are relying on changes in the color to refresh the shoe and it continues to garner sales which means that the brand is actually utilizing their Edit to Amplify strategy. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=Nike+Air+Max+270+Black%2FPhoto+Blue-Blue+Fury+AH8050-019&categoryId1=15709&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=am270fury&listingType1=All&topRatedSeller=true&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]
Nike takes a playful approach to a legendary catchphrase and also celebrates the launch of Air on 3-26 with a drop featuring several modelsThe phrase “Have a Nice Day,” was immortalized in the fictitious story of a simple man from Greenbow, Alabama. In the film Forrest Gump, the protagonist is gifted a pair of Nike…
This video took on a different format as I pulled the shoes out of the box and noticed the small details. I finally realized what all of the style cues were as I discovered a tab on the lateral side of the shoe that carried the NBA All Star Weekend logo from 1991. As the…
The military developed ERDL Camo was created in 1948. The design has made its way into fashion over the years and this AM95 utilizes a variety of colors to create a “What The?” feel on the upper. With hits of 3M this colorway is eye catching and delivers a bounty of options for styling. [ebayfeedsforwordpress…
The Have A Nike Day series delivered some quirky drops from the Swoosh. The shoes featured a dubres with the smiley face image’s smile replaced with a Swoosh. The Space Purple color shows up on most of the drops and premium materials are added. This GS version sits on what feels like a lunarlon lightweight…
“Ball Don’t Lie” is splashed across the additional set of straps for this Detroit Pistons 2004 inspired version of the classic Air Force 1 High. Sheed balled in the model until he retired. Nike realized that this was recognized as Sheed’s shoe and created a fadeaway logo for the stretch 4 who terrorized the league…
The Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG Phantom is the first High OG to feature Nike’s new Size label with the QR Code… or is it? Some pairs have the newest size label from the Swoosh, but others have the traditional size label as well. This can cause a bit of confusion and frustration, but…
Russell Westbrook is never afraid to show the emotion and fire needed to play at the highest of basketball. His unique style and personality is a primary focus for Jordan Brand and they didn’t disappoint with this second version of his signature on the court model. This basic black and white colorway is named The…
