Source: The Only Way Is Through Over the last five years the Shield has found itself as a darling of the stock market with the momentum to disrupt adidas, become a brand without an identity and without shelf space in urban accounts or buried in the back of sneaker stores like Finish Line and Foot…
Analysts at Susquehanna Financial Group downgraded Foot Locker’s stock on Friday. Source: Foot Locker Is Falling Behind in the Race for Customers, Analysts Say I made an unofficial visit to a number of stores last week including several Foot Locker locations. This was not commissioned by the store. I simply wanted to see if my…
The first release in the latest line for All Star OKC forward is the NASA inspired version. The shoe reflects PG’s hometown of Palmdale which is home to a NASA office. PG was able to visit the facility and test space equipment while the creation of the shoe was being completed. The shoe arrived in…
The second shoe for OKC All Star Paul George arrived in a not so OKC colorway. This color looks tailor made for the Hornets and should probably be a TB release, but was a GR. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=AJ2039-402&categoryId1=15709&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=pg2blue&listingType1=All&topRatedSeller=true&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]
Nike’s popular, right priced signature shoe for OKC’s small forward feautures an exciting color with nods to PG’s family and city throughout the upper. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=AJ2039-005&categoryId1=15709&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=pg2hotpunch&listingType1=All&topRatedSeller=true&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]
This isn’t just a basic black pair of kicks. The shoe features the safari speckled print on the leather giving it a more distinctive look for the classic triple black colorway. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=AO3295-002&categoryId1=15709&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=safaritb&listingType1=All&topRatedSeller=true&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]
The Scottie Pippen led Uptempo returned in far too many colors and many of them have been forgettable. One of the most simple colors to release was the Light Bone colorway and it is probably in the top ten of the best colorways. The shoe doesn’t jump out and grab you, but the off white,…
The France Uptempo was a part of an international pack that included the UK and Italy. This version features a textured patent leather AIR on top of black leather with an embroidered country of France at the heel. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=AV3810-001&categoryId1=15709&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=franceuptempo&listingType1=All&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]
One of the only Air Max 270s I made sure to get and keep. I originally had a problem with the Premium 270. It was the 170 price and the colors in the premium line were horrible; until I saw this colorway. The shoe was executed perfectly. The leather is smooth and the blocking on…
The question that was posed in several stores was, “Do you think the way the sneakers are presented in the store contribute to the ability to sell the footwear?” In one store the most recent releases are presented inside of display cases like jewelry. In other stores the shoes are placed on tables by brand…
Under Armour adidas Champion Fila Reebok Izod Quick point out the Reebok. I know this isn’t a class and you can’t talk to me, but I’d like for you to tell me how long it took you to point out the Reebok. Now I want you to look at this picture below and guess where…
There are a few things that I have to get out of the way when speaking with employees at sneaker retail. Nike/Jordan Brand runs the world and Yeezy is second You are not going to get a store full of Air Jordan 11s or Yeezy You will not get a customer excited to speak with…
In September, Jordan Brand introduced UNITE, a new film series about the unifying power of basketball. Today, the third film debuts, starring Russell Westbrook, his… Source: WHY NOT? UNITE. air.jordan.com This post is less about the latest video in the Unite series, an ongoing video campaign combined with written blogs via the air.jordan.com site creating…
Source: CliveNBAParody on YouTube I’ve been making a lot of statements about the problems with the NBA and the decline in viewership. I’ve stated that the reason for viewership being down is due to a number of factors, but that’s not what this post is about. This post is about Ja Morant and how I…
Buy Sneakers x Culture: Collab: https://amzn.to/2QpYW9W Buy my book: Nike’s Consumer Direct Offense, Amazon & StockX: The Disruption of Sneaker Retail – https://amzn.to/2sCMzyA Elizabeth Semmelhack delivers another beautifully crafted book on sneaker culture with vivid images and the stories behind the creation of the shoes that have shaped sneaker culture, and to an extent society…
Source: adidas reimagines sport with the launch of its all-new women’s collection Everyone in retail at the premium end has seen the dramatic slowdown in the sale of adidas footwear and gear. When adidas saw its biggest growth from 2014-17 it happened with a combination of exciting product and incredible marketing campaigns. I monitor the…
In Episode 156 I introduced you to sneaker photography my then 11 year old daughter shot. I created the canvases as I prepared to move out of my home office into the new ARCH business office. This video was made on Veteran’s Day as was working on laying out the new office. I’ve finished the…
The marketplace launches zero selling fees for its North America seller community on any sneakers sold at $100 or more. Source: eBay Eliminates Sneaker Seller Fees for the First Time and Unveils New December Drop Series My immediate response is this is a dangerous game of attrition and eBay has chosen to use band aids…
The second-year player caps a year full of exciting new talent joining the Jordan Brand. Source: Jordan Brand Luka Dončić Luka has been rocking a variety of kicks this season and ESPN has been covering his sneaker free agency in detail. It makes sense as Luka is another player in a long line of great…
Retro B-ball style with modern-day attitude. These men’s Question Mid Shoes were originally designed for Allen “The Answer” Iverson. The upper is made of soft hairy suede for a textured, standout look. Signature hexagonal cushioning provides all-day comfort. Embroidered logos keep the style legit. Source: Reebok Question Mid Men’s Basketball Shoes – Grey | Reebok…
Newest Curry 7 Colorway Commemorates Traditions in Celebration of Chinese New Year Source: Introducing the Curry 7 Chinese New Year Colorway The Curry 7 Chinese New Year colorway features a gray on gray upper comprised of several layered materials. An original floral pattern—inspired by Chinese shui-mo ink and wash painting—elevates the shoe’s back panel and a…
A duo of Concepts x KYRIE 6 designs, the Khepri and Golden Mummy, celebrate rejuvenation and play off a creator’s mindset. Source: Concepts x Kyrie 6 Khepri and Golden Mummy For the kids-exclusive Concepts x KYRIE 6 Golden Mummy, the cycle of history manifests in a colorway that simultaneously pays homage to Concepts’ founding in…
