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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In-Store Visit Series: Neither Brands or Retailers Are Doing Their Part to Prevent Falling Off

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Go bold or go home. The Shaq signature shoe design from 1996 returns with its original colors and details. The iconic shoes feature a synthetic leather upper and lightweight cushioning for all-day comfort. Source: Reebok Shaqnosis Basketball Shoes – Black | Reebok US The Shaqnosis was dropped silently  this month. The last time the shoe…

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Nike SB Zoom Dunk Low Pro Decon Light Bone/Light Bone AA4275-001

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The Dunk gets deconstructed in this premium leather version of the classic SB model. Born in basketball, reborn in skate and transitioned into fashion via a soft, leather design this version is ready for wear on date night or on casual day at the office. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=AA4275-001&categoryId1=15709&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=decondunk&listingType1=All&topRatedSeller=true&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]    

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Nike SB Zoom Dunk High Elt QS ‘Kevin Terpening 918287-041 Black/Racer Blue-Sail

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The Kevin Terpening Dunk High features Flyknit and a Hyperfused construction with a visible Zoom Air through an icy, translucent outsole. The socklike fit of the shoe isn’t as padded as a traditional Dunk, but the look of the shoe is classic Nike with the Royal and Black colorblocking. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=918287-041&categoryId1=15709&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=terpening&listingType1=All&topRatedSeller=true&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]  

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Nike PG 2 Blue Lagoon/Black-Hyper Violet AJ2039-402

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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″]  

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Nike PG 2 Anthracite/Hot Punch-White AJ2039-005

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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″]  

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Nike Air Safari QS Black/Black-Anthracite AO3295-002

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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″]  

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Nike Air More Uptempo ’96 France QS AV3810-001 Black/Metallic Gold

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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″]  

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