Created in conjunction with SEAQUAL™, the organization dedicated to upcycling marine plastic into high-quality products,we are proud to introduce an eco-minded update to the Bradley Knit. Source: CLAE x SEAQUAL Instead of spending time delivering my own thoughts about Clae’s latest collection, I’ll share the information directly from the team: We are all aware of…
Comfortable shoes for everyday, made from recycled and up-cycled materials. Our Bloom Algae shoes clean up to 30L of water. One product sold = One tree Planted. Source: Heyfolks: It’s a Good Day! Conscious Comfort Shoes In 2019 I drove down to Meridian, Mississippi for one reason, I wanted to learn about algae. The beaches…
In the 1920s, Finland’s Karhu became an official equipment provider to all Olympic Games. We uncovered a 1939 catalogue photo of an actual Karhu Olympic installation, which featured athletic equipment, such as javelins and discuses, used during the decathlon. Historically named the “All-Around” Source: ALL-AROUND As the Olympics draw closer after its hiatus in 2020,…
Shop The Official Clearweather Store For The Latest Clearweather Shoes, Apparel & Gear. Featuring The Latest Clearweather Sneaker Drop Every Friday And The Newest Clearweather Skateboarding collection. Find The Pair That Fits You Best. Free Shipping On All Domestic Orders Over $225. Source: Clearweather® Official Site – Shop The Latest From Clearweather Clearweather hasn’t dropped…
Source: Men’s Westsider 2.0 I own the original Westsider and it has become one of my go to sneakers on a daily basis. It’s extremely easy to keep clean and the premium feel can be paired up with any apparel I choose. The one issue that I have with the shoe is that on rainy…
CNSTNT:DVLPMNT – Constant Development Official Website (cnstntdvlpmnt.com) I came to sneaker design via Behance, CounterKicks and people like Dallas Stokes who built their own platforms to discuss with aspiring designers how to create sneaker concepts. I then latched on to D’Wayne Edwards, but all of this was done virtually and by any means I could…
Source: Allbirds x PENSOLE presents Better Responsible Design Program (BRD) – Pensole Design Academy NOTE: Applications for the BRD program are open today (April 19) through Monday, May 24. The course will run for six weeks starting Monday, June 7th. Allbirds & PENSOLE are searching for aspiring designers who want to help reshape how the world perceives sustainability. We…
O.T.A Paris is an eco-responsible and durable unisex sneaker brand, using recycled pull for the sole. 1 recycled pulls for 3 produced peers. Formerly OTH Paris Source: NEW DESIGN KELWOOD When I first discovered OTH (off the hook) I thought the name didn’t fit. I admired the concept of utilizing recycled tires for the outsole,…
A year ago I worked on a custom shoe with COMUNITYmade. The premise was to create a shoe that we could possibly release in limited quantities, but Covid-19 hit and the momentum we had created for the shoe waned. That custom we created reminds me so much of this collection from Ronnie Fieg. The seasonal…
The story behind the new Brandblack Rare Metal II Aqua is really dope. Sites Discussed in this video: https://manage.kmail-lists.com/subscriptions/web-view? https://brandblack.com/collections/rare-metal-2/products/ https://us.vibram.com/company/news-events/wrap-tech/ Weartesters video on the Rare Metal II https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rI2RRnhOurM
Source: Release Information: GF-01 ‘Hand Distressed Suede’ John Geiger has co-opted the Air Force 1, but has he made it his own? This is a question I continue to raise as brands like Air Kiy and to a lesser extent SIA have garnered the kind of success that creates a complex range of thoughts for…
Source: FILA Releases the Renno in Seven New Colorways for Women and Men Visited Champs yesterday to get a hands on look at the Fila Renno. I didn’t try it on, but at the price and with the use of a better material than many Nike or adidas models, this shoe is freaking beautiful! That’s…
Spring is coming bringing a new start, new energy, and a mellow atmosphere. We wanted to offer a quiet tone with a vintage feel on a selection of our iconic models such as the Bradley, the Malone, and the Ellington, but as well as new spring-ready August and Porter silhouettes, with a subtle mix of…
Visit https://sneakerlaw.com In this lecture I dive into how not having the appropriate paperwork for my licensing agreement with a sneaker company led to bankruptcy. I also discuss the issues that arise in blogging and utilizing pictures from websites that you may not have permission to use. Video breakdown 1:39 Launching the Center Court…
Source: Sport Tech Collection for Men – Shop Online now DC HAS ALWAYS COMBINED VINTAGE-INSPIRED ATHLETIC WEAR WITH MODERN FABRICS AND TECH FEATURES. THE SPORT TECH COLLECTION SPEEDS UP THE MORNING TRANSIT, TACKLING ALL CONDITIONS WITH EASE.
Visit https://rockridgesf.com Visit https://stitchfix.com In this video I discuss that Rockridge has earned a chance to grow considerably by being added to the StitchFix family of brands. I also Unbox their latest beautiful shirt design, the 1619 and Beyond. I discuss the Stitch Fix deal at 3:30 Unboxing happens 4:00 Wearing the shirt starts at…
Source: 33 HI Black/White/Royal x TONY TOUCH Before SoundCloud, before the internet, and before radio was playing the iconic rap music we know and love, there were mixtapes. Tony Touch flooded the streets of New York with these hand-picked sonic curations throughout the ‘90s and quickly became one of the biggest mixtape DJs in the…
My website is a working design portfolio and blog (pictured REIGN MAN). Source: KIMANHI BOLDEN CREATIVE SPACE Anyone who knows me, is aware of my dream to open an art gallery. We were married in my brother Herb’s Gallery 504 and I hosted open mics at the venue. That place was my soul and I…
Source: Release Information: GF-01 ‘Black Pebbled Leather Black Chenille’ The GF-01 silhouette ‘Black Pebbled Leather Black Chenille’ color-way releases next Friday, March 12th at Noon EST. The BPL utilizes refined pebbled leather that has set the precedent of the elevated aesthetic of the GF-01 silhouette. The shoe is commanded by the rich black upper, with…
The second Every Stitch Considered Collection is out now. Source: nike every stitch considered apparel collection The latest iteration of this exploratory design proposition is Every Stitch Considered, a timeless lifestyle collection combining exceptional craftsmanship with data-informed fit and function. “Innovation arrives when you become so familiar with a process that you allow yourself the…
ms.PERP + ComunityMade collaboration The story behind the ms.Mateo: On a sunny Los Angeles afternoon at 584 Mateo Street, an alliance for good was born. ComunityMade and ms.PERP found they share a common mission for helping their neighbors. The unique skill sets, mindful ambition, and experi Source: The ms.Mateo — MS.perceptions On a sunny Los…
