As adidas rose in value last year they released multiple variations of Boost cushioned models. All of the models in Originals utilized elements from the adidas archive in a modernized design. The EQT Support 93/17 used elements from adidas trainers from 1993 with 2017 tech, but the 180 dollar price point and bulky Boost design…
I’ve written several posts on the problems with influencer marketing. I’ve even said that I wouldn’t write anything about K-Swiss and Gary Vee anymore, but I’m signed up to Gary’s e-mail list. I also happen to run a sneaker website that discusses marketing, so when things come into my inbox I have to write something….
The OG colorways of the Air Max 97 are always welcomed by fans of the trainer. The shoe features 3M hits and a striking red stripe that pops. The bullet train design looks just as fresh as it did 20 years ago. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=Nike+Air+Max+97+OG+Pure+Platinum%2FWhite&categoryId1=11450&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=97pure&listingType1=All&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]
This Nike Air Max Plus featuring Tuned Air is the perfect colorway for fans of the Steel Curtain. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=Nike+Air+Max+Plus+Shark+Black%2FBlack-White&categoryId1=11450&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=amshark&listingType1=All&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]
The Air Max 90 and the Air Max 1 are Tinker’s manifestations of running on Air. Nike has done a number of hybrids, but this pair looks like it was actually made to work together. The OG Air Max 1 sits on top of an Air Max 90 outsole to create a solid drop from…
Vans remains on point with their slip-on version of the yacht club colorway. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=Vans+Yacht+Club+Classic+Slip+On&categoryId1=11450&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=vansyslip&listingType1=All&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]
This drop is way underrated. The upper features premium leather with trademark graphics printed on a ‘satin’ styled finish. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=Air+Jordan+1+Retro+High+OG+Guava%2FIce-Sail&categoryId1=11450&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=aj1guava&listingType1=All&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]
One of the original sketches by Tinker for what would become the Retro 13, the Black Cat is performance ready and is an interesting addition to a collection. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=Jordan+Black+Cat+Tinker&categoryId1=11450&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=aj13bc&listingType1=All&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”7″]
A BG size in the classic Motorsport colorway, the shoe returned in 2017 and an alternate version was released as well in black. This is the white colorway. [ebayfeedsforwordpress feed=”http://rest.ebay.com/epn/v1/find/item.rss?keyword=Air+Jordan+4+Retro+BG+Motorsport&categoryId1=11450&sortOrder=BestMatch&programid=1&campaignid=5337944803&toolid=10039&customid=aj4gsms&listingType1=All&feedType=rss&lgeo=1″ items=”6″]
In my recent e-book release I discussed how third party platforms had a natural transition into brick and mortar especially with GOAT acquiring Flight Club. The plan is being placed into motion via a pop-up, and as I said in the book one of the biggest threats to urban retail is third party, online and…
Here are the 25 schools Brooks Running Company will give Booster Club grants to this year. Source: Brooks Running Gives Booster Club Grants to 25 High School Teams – Brooks Blog From 2005 to 2016 I owned Sho-Shot and ARCH. Yeah, I know you’ve never heard of those companies or the shoes I made….
Originally posted on Housakicks Chris, from ARCH, and I have been so swamped with work on both our sites and our e-stores that doing these shows has been impossible. We are aware of the current changes in the sneaker market and we wanted to tackle them one at a time. Today we’re exploring how the…
This episode of Patriot Act is the epitome of how hype is created and it perfectly utilizes the refutation in research to tear down the logic around hype. Hasan lays the groundwork by introducing and covering “Conspicuous Consumption”, which leads to a discussion on the Carlyle Group’s investment into Supreme. It is definitely worth 24…
Hosted by Jeff Staple, the panel welcomed StockX’s Josh Luber, Arun Gupta of Grailed, Unique Hype’s OG Ma and Leo Rodriguez representing adidas. Resale platforms have become billion dollar investable businesses contrary to the thoughts and words of analysts in retail. Are the businesses a disruption for companies like Nordstroms or Macy’s? No. They…
The New Orleans-native will collaborate with Converse on everything from campaigns to product development, all with the aim of engaging the wider basketball community. Source: Converse Welcomes Kelly Oubre Jr. Earlier this year Nike delivered the Think 16 Collection. They utilized their ownership of Converse to introduce a few models worn by legends of the…
In my recent ebook I explained why Nike has unlimited potential and how they are correctly utilizing long-form content: Nike’s Consumer Direct Offense, Amazon & StockX: The Disruption of Sneaker Retail This morning Nike launched a video for the most coveted sneaker in the culture, the Concord 11. The shoe won’t have any trouble selling…
FutureTomorrow is a site written by footwear analyst and UX professional Steve Joseph. He utilizes a variety of research and data sets to provide discussions on more than just the sneaker industry. (picture via Future Tomorrow) A few years ago when flipping general release shoes bought at retail was a possibility, I wrote a series…
Now that we’re in the 4th Quarter of 2018 I have to start thinking about my top 40 sneakers of the year. That means that I have a lot of catching up to do since I’ve been doing more business writing than talking about the shoes that I think are dope. This tennis shoe, in…
The Harlem-born entertainer and athlete draws from his time in LA and NYC to give fresh perspective to classic Nike silhouettes and graphics. Source: Sheck Wes Curates the Inaugural NYC Editions Collection I don’t know if it’s that I watched way too much Chappelle Show, but doesn’t the above pic of Sheck look like Dave…
Sources: https://www.adweek.com/digital/alibaba-rings-up-30-8-billion-on-singles-day-2018/ https://sg.news.yahoo.com/alibaba-singles-day-sales-hit-160330235.html A few weeks ago I made the statement that New Balance could be considered the third option when the sneaker industry talks about “The Big 3”. Once upon a time “The Big 3” meant adidas, Nike and Reebok. In the last ten years when people have mentioned “The Big 3” Under Armour had…
The Jerry Lorenzo Fear of God x Nike Collaboration has been a hot topic on sneaker blogs everywhere. The Under Armour x A$AP Rocky Collaboration has been talked about on sneaker blogs everywhere, but not in a similar fashion. Nike created an entire discussion on their own platform featuring an interview with Leo Chang and…
Source: ADIDAS 4D REDEFINES RUNNING FOR YOUR SPORT WITH ALL-NEW FW18 ALPHAEDGE 4D In a recent blog post on Future Tomorrow, analyst Steve Joseph introduced a problem that I had long been discussing on ARCH in regard to adidas. His analysis measures why adidas’ recent ‘growth’ is at an end if the brand doesn’t correct…
