Supreme x Nike SB Dunk High By Any Means

With the extremely strong momentum that the Dunk is having right now, brands left and right are taking any opportunity they can to capitalize on its wave. And this Fall, Supreme is reconnecting with Nike (NYSE:NKE +0.80%) to enhance its already rich catalog of SB Dunk High collaborations with the release of the “By Any Means” variant in a “Navy/Red” colorway.

This iteration is dropping alongside a “White/Black” installment sometime during the Fall/Winter 2021 season. The iconic streetwear label ushers in a myriad of enticing details on the high-cut silhouette. Uppers are presented with a smooth leather construction and come prepared with a deep navy hue that outfits the Swooshes, laces and overlays while a bold red swathes the perforated toe boxes, collars, tongues and quarter panels. Unique branding then takes center stage in the form of “No

Air Jordan 5 College Basketball PEs

In the spirit of the March Madness, Jordan Brand has elected to bless the collegiate hoop programs that it sponsors with a special Air Jordan 5 PE. The basketball squads of Marquette University, Florida University, University of Oklahoma, University of North Carolina (Michael Jordan‘s alma mater), Georgetown University and the University of Michigan are all set to receive their own unique pairs, five of which have punched their ticket to “The Big Dance.” The uppers of each college-inspired iteration are treated with full leather material that is marked by all-over elephant print.

The silhouette’s signature netted regions that are placed on the mid-foot and the throats are left with a translucent complexion, and each of the eye stays are presented in a tonal manner to blend in with its upper build. Lace toggles are predominantly clear but come accented with push buttons that match up with each school’s accenting hue and the tongues swap out the traditional Jumpman insignia for the institution logos. Stacked below this are crisp white midsoles and icy blue outsoles, all of which come color-blocked with the forefoot spikes that are each drenched in the proper NCAA tones. These are all exclusive colorways and will see a retail release. Elsewhere in sneaker news, A Ma Maniére released its ‘Raised By Women’ Short Film ahead of its Air Jordan 3 collaboration launch.

Nike Air Max Goadome X Supreme Collaboration

Ending its Fall/Winter 2020 collection releases just before the new year, Supreme has returned to reveal another collaboration with Nike (NYSE:NKE -1.36%) . This time around, the New York streetwear imprint has put together its take on the rugged Air Max Goadome. Made exclusively for Supreme, the collaboration will be offered in two colorways centered around a debossed snakeskin pattern.

The bold takes celebrate the silhouette’s timeless blend of form and function that is rugged enough for the mountains, yet practical enough for the streets. The upper of the rugged shoe features an overlay construction crafted of the snakeskin marked waterproof premium leather. Detailing comes in the form of synthetic leather lining, padded collars and tonal metal eyelets. Aside from the printed insoles, branding comes in the form of debossed co-branding at the tongue, mini Swoosh markings near the collar and “SUPREME” at the rear. Finishing up the design of the shoe is a soft foam midsole that works with the black Air unit-assisted ACG rubber outsole with an aggressive lug pattern for added traction, durability and a tough city styling. The Supreme x Nike Air Max Goadome collaboration will release on Supreme’s website January 14, 11 a.m. EST in the United States and January 16, 11 a.m. JST in Japan.

The Nike SB Dunk Low Is Coming in "Court Purple"

Moving into 2021, the Nike (NYSE:NKE +0.79%) SB Dunk Low is set to arrive in bold “Court Purple.” Taking on the popular tri-tone look, the shoe features a premium leather upper marked by a white base accented by black at the toe and side panels. While dark purple is expressed stretching from the rear to the quarter panel.

 

 

Branding comes in the form of black midfoot Swooshes, tongue tags, “NIKE” embroidery at the rear and printed insoles. Finishing up the design of the shoe is a pure white midsole paired with a “Court Purple” rubber outsole. Priced at $100 USD, the Nike SB Dunk Low “Court Purple” is set to release in the coming months. For more footwear news, take a first look at the Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG “Rust Shadow.”

Nike Dunk High Appears in Regal Varsity Purple

Many of Nike Sportswear‘s in-line Dunk High releases from 2020 have pulled directly or borrowed heavily from OG ’80s Dunk style: the “Michigan,” “Michigan State” and “Pure Platinum” all use solid rubber soles and straightforward collar lining to lock in a heritage look. Now, however, the Dunk High “Varsity Purple” an elegant women’s style is diverging from the precedent set by its predecessors by adding modernized details to its classic base.

 

 

Uppers mix white and purple leathers in traditional Dunk fashion: the former hits toeboxes, quarters and collars while the latter supplies eponymous style on mudguards, eyestays, Swooshes, laces, collar flaps and heels. This simple-yet-effective colorblocking scheme is inherently familiar to any Dunk aficinado. What’s not familiar is the gold detailing on the Nike tongue badge and the premium satin collar lining. Down below, the mix of new and old is continued with a crisp white midsole atop a purple-tinted translucent outsole.

 

Persons interested in this slightly-twisted Dunk style will have their chance when it releases in December: early reports have a December 3 release date on Nike SNKRS and a $120 MSRP pegged, though both of these points have yet to be confirmed by Nike.

Nike Drops Air Max 270 Vistascape in ACG-Esque "Black/Pink/Purple" Colorway

Nike treated us to a new take on its Air Max 270, dubbed the Vistascape. Following on from the “Light Orewood Brown” pair comes the latest from the Swoosh, introducing a very classic ACG-esque colorway of “Black/Pink/Purple.” The Air Max 270 Vistacape features an upper comprising ripstop and smooth leather components that are intersected with webbing straps that run all around the shoe.

 

These webbing straps anchor down the eyestay placket and actually become the eyestays themselves, working their way onto the padded mesh tongue where you’ll find a bevy of speckled rope laces. Overall, the Vistascape adopts a hiking sneaker aesthetic which is complemented by its toggle lace lock, adjustable webbing side straps, and semi-translucent black-toned heel cage. The sole unit is fitted with AIR and React technology which ensures a comfortable, supportive and responsive wearing experience all day long, while a grippy outsole provides traction on more challenging terrains. The pair is rounded out by small finishing touches such as the pink mini Swoosh on the lateral rear-quarter, AIR branding on the tongue strap, and the React branding on the heel clip. Take a closer look at the Nike Air Max 270 Vistascape “Black/Pink/Purple” above, and purchase a pair for yourself from stockists such as Hanon now, where the sneaker retails for £150 GBP (approx. $198 USD). For more functional footwear, check out C2H4’s inaugural sneaker line.

Air Jordan 1 Hi '85 "Neutral Grey" Set to Release Next Year

Jordan Brand is set to retro the OG Air Jordan 1 “Neutral Grey” for the first time ever in 2021. Arriving in a true-to-the-original Air Jordan 1 Hi ‘85 makeup a silhouette with a higher, flatter, more traditional collar than the Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG the “Neutral Grey” is a sneaker that’s seen an immense explosion of popularity over recent years thanks to Instagram archive pages and Dior‘s duo of Air Jordan 1 “Air Dior” collaborations.

Uppers are built from a crisp white leather, with the low-key gray suede that gives the model its name appearing on midfoot Swooshes and collars alike. More gray details are present on the collar flap’s ball-and-wings logo and the fabric tongue tag’s Nike hit. White midsoles and gray outsoles round off the look. Apart from the OG build, the “Neutral Grey” also comes with an old-school Air Jordan hangtag, featuring a memorable photo of Michael Jordan soaring for a slam dunk. Of note is that the “Neutral Grey” is only the third time the Hi ‘85 cut has been used: it debuted as part of January’s “New Beginnings” pack alongside an Air Ship, then returned on a “Varsity Red” model in February. A release is reportedly slated for the first quarter of 2021, and the MSRP is likely to be $200 USD, though both of these points have yet to be confirmed by Nike Inc. For more footwear news, get the story behind Nike’s new Air Max 90 “Moscow.”

Take a First Look at the Nike Air Force 1 "Raygun"

Following a Nike SB Dunk Low release, the Roswell Rayguns are now set to return on a new Nike Air Force 1 take. The fictional ABA basketball team was created by Nike Basketball for an early 2000s ad campaign.

The upcoming low-top release features a premium pure white leather upper accented by black textile Swooshes framed by yellow and exposed stitching. The rear of the shoe continues the shiny colored outlook with orange and yellow panels. Aside from printed insoles, tongue tags, Nike Air embroidery at the rear and mini Swoosh logos at the vamp, an alien face basketball badge mark the lateral heel regions. Rounding up the design of the shoe is black sock linings, matching laces and white midsoles paired with contrasting black rubber outsoles. Reportedly priced at $120 USD, the Nike Air Force 1 “Raygun” is now expected to release sometime Spring 2021. For more footwear news, Virgil Abloh recently tapped Erik Arteaga for an official Off-White™ x Air Jordan 5 “Sail” campaign.

Nike Adds the Air Jordan 1 High "Black Mocha" to Its Holiday Lineup

Following the “Midnight Navy” CO.JP colorway, Nike continues to deploy the Air Jordan 1 for a series of striking iterations this 2020 holiday season. The latest variant to enter the legendary lineup is the Swoosh’s “Black Mocha” take. Reminiscent of Travis Scott’s AJ1 “Cactus Jack” collaboration, the high-top sneaker is dressed in an off-white, dark brown and tonal black color scheme. The sneaker is fitted with a black Swoosh on the side, black Wings logo at the collar and a gray Jumpman logo on the tongue to boot. The bold color blocking of brown and black on genuine nubuck leather gives this perennial silhouette a crisp and classic look. Finishing touches are off-white midsoles and black outsoles for a balanced, overall execution. Nike released official images of the Air Jordan 1 High “Dark Mocha” this past Friday. Pairs will hit Nike’s SNKRS app on October 31 in men’s and grade school sizing for $130 USD. Elsewhere in footwear, BEAMS SSZ connected with Vans for an exclusive “Double Pocket” Era. 

Nike Air Jordan 1 High “Black Mocha” 

Release Release Date October 31, 2020 - 12:00 am EST (TBC) 

Price : 130 USD

 

Travis Scott x Air Jordan 4 "Olive" Collaboration

In 2018, it was quite clear that Travis Scott was on top of the world. Prior to the release of his Astroworld album, Scott was having success with Jumpman, whom he continues to have a collaborative relationship with. During the summer of that year, Scott dropped the Air Jordan 4 "Cactus Jack," which featured a Houston Oilers-inspired colorway that had the Cactus Jack branding to match.

 

This sneaker was an immediate hit as resale prices skyrocketed and demand remained constant. Since the release of that blue and red sneaker, there have been some samples to hit the internet, including the infamous purple friends and family model. Now, thanks to the Instagram user @wneloy, we have some detailed images of another Travis Scott Air Jordan 4 sample, this time in a gorgeous "Olive" color scheme. As you can see below, the shoe has a greenish-brown hue to it, as suede makes its way all throughout the upper. Just like on the original colorway, we have some nice Cactus Jack branding, which brings it all together. Unfortunately for all of the sneakerheads out there, these are simply a sample, so don't expect them to drop anytime soon. In the meantime, stay tuned for more updates from the sneaker world.

Nike Killshot OG SP Goes Back to Basics With "Off-Noir" Colorway

Nike brought back the Killshot OG SP in May this year, arriving in stores with much fanfare thanks to the sneaker’s deep-routed tennis history and subsequent fanbase. After dropping in various classic colorways, such as this “Beetroot” offering, the OG sneaker is now set to release in “Off-Noir” and “Coastal Blue.”

 

Officially “Black/White/Off-Noir” and “Coastal Blue/White/Stone Blue,” the pairs are made from mesh, suede, leather, and foam, coming together to present a streamlined and classic tennis look. The “Off-Noir” pair is this release’s star pair, it is simple and understated, letting the materials and design speak for themselves. The classic Nike Sportswear foam tongue contrasts the dark uppers, as does the off white-toned midsole.

 

For the “Coastal Blue” pair, the color scheme is more retro and the colors pop much more against the white components. Rounding out both pairs is the vintage-styled Nike branding printed onto the white leather heel tabs. Take a look at the Nike Killshot OG SP in “Off-Noir” and “Coastal Blue” above, and head over to Hanon to sign up for the raffle release before it ends on September 24 at 12 p.m. BST (7 a.m. EST). Alternatively, they will also be available on Nike SNKRS, where they retail for £79.95 GBP each (approx. $100 USD) and will drop on September 25. In other news, Nike has dropped a trio of holographic and iridescent Air Force 1s.

OG Dunk High "Michigan" is Back

Nike Sportswear‘s Dunk High is set to return in an OG “Michigan” colorway. Following closely behind the reveal of the Dunk High “Pro Green,” the “Michigan” is a true blast from the past one that made its debut in 1985, representing the Michigan Wolverines in Nike‘s influential “Be True to Your School” pack. The “Michigan” last released in 2016 to a vastly different market, and hit clearance racks in great numbers.

However, with the Dunk enjoying a moment as 2020’s most popular Swoosh lifestyle silhouette this “Michigan” re-release is sure to serve as a celebration of 35 years of history. U of M’s signature maize and navy blue hues are spread across the upper: the former hits quarters, toeboxes, collars and tongues, while the latter graces mudguards, eyestays, Swooshes, collar flaps, heels and laces. Both are brought together on the branded tongue tag. In true ‘85 style, the whole top half is built of supple leather, save for the nylon tongue. White midsoles and navy outsoles round off the look. The Nike Dunk High “Michigan” is set to release via Nike SNKRS on September 23, and is priced at $110 USD. For more footwear news, take a detailed look at an ultra-rare, Kanye West-signed Air Yeezy 2 “Mismatch” sample that combinines elements of the “Solar” and “Pure Platinum.”

NOAH and adidas Craft Sleek SL72 and SL20s

NOAH and adidas have teamed up for vibrant takes on the SL72 and SL20 silhouettes. Both models come in colorways of “Blue” and “Black” that accentuate their sleek molds. The SL72 comes with a construction that resembles that of a Samba: a low-cut build that tapers around the toes. Stamped at the top of the tongue is a co-branded motif of a shell, reinterpreting adidas’ Trefoil logo, which sits just below a bold “NOAH” logo. The same graphic appears over the shoe’s leather heel counter, complemented by jagged Three Stripes branding along the sidewalls.

Besides ballistic nylon paneling along the body, the rest of the uppers come in suede, finishing off the shoe’s textured design. Boasting a slightly sportier look is the SL20, made up of a bevy of technical materials like mesh and nylon. A skinny ripstop pull tab is placed at the tongue, complemented by a set of flat laces that cover the forefoot. Bold rubber overlays appear over breathable mesh sidewalls, complemented by “SL20” branding thinly etched in gold. Other details like suede eyelet panels, mudguards and a crisp white midsole round off the sneaker’s finely crafted design. NOAH and adidas’ SL72 and SL20 are currently available on SSENSE’s website for $100 USD and $130 USD, respectively. In case you missed it, check out adidas and OAMC’s FW20 footwear collection.

Vans And Supreme Accent The Old Skool And Half Cab With Printed Logo Patterns

After last week’s selection of collaborative Nike apparel, Supreme has linked up with Vans another longtime partner for new takes on the Half Cab Pro and Old Skool Pro. Arriving in cream, blue and black colorways, each pair offers a branded spin on a classic skate silhouette. Steve Caballero‘s Half Cab offers a 5/8 cut and an upper made of canvas and suede, while the Old Skool provides a similar material mix with a lower, sleeker profile.

Each boasts a checkerboard-like Supreme text graphic in repeating horizontal and vertical lines on the Half Cab, this embellishment appears on toeboxes, quarters and collars, on the Old Skool it’s relegated to the quarters. Half Cabs offer branding via black fabric tags on quarters and tongues, Old Skools with a simple white Jazz Stripe. Each pair is then finalized by a black collar, black rubber midsole and traditional gum rubber waffle outsole. The Supreme x Vans Half Cab Pro and Old Skool Pro are both set to release on the Supreme webstore and at select retail locations on September 10. Supreme’s Japan outposts will receive their stock two days later, on September 12. Retail prices have yet to be announced.

Nike Prepares New 'League of Legends' Footwear and Apparel Collection

Ahead of the League of Legends World Championship later this month, Nike has released an extensive footwear and apparel collection designed with gamers in mind. Ranging from digital-printed Nike Sportswear sneaker silhouettes to special Air Jordan 1s, team jerseys for four Chinese LoL outfits Top Esports, JD Gaming, Suning and LGD and a full set of casual apparel, the offering is fan service for hardcore gamers and Swoosh aficionados alike. Jordan Brand only adds a single sneaker to the mix an Air Jordan 1 High Zoom but it’s arguably the collection’s best.

Done up in white with black and iridescent, hi-vis reflective purple accents, it’s said to be inspired by the League of Legends championship trophy, features an indented Swoosh and is completed by a graphic that nods to the Summoner’s Rift map on the right tongue. On the other end, Nike has served up a whopping seven sneakers for the capsule: the Air Max 90, Blazer Mid ‘77 Vintage, Air Force 1 Low, Air Force 1 High, Air Max 270 React, Joyride Dual Run 2 and Air Max 2X. Each differs slightly in embellishment, but all feature details like pixelated or iridescent Swooshes, gradient hits, dashes of metallic material and a “Have a Good Game” tagline, a digi-fied version of the classic “Have a Nike Day” slogan. All four jerseys feature intricate prints and team-specific graphics, plus a moisture-wicking Dri-FIT build and a loose waist designs so players don’t feel “restricted” when the games get intense and they lean further forward in their seats. There’s also “Conquest” bomber jackets. Rounding things off are hoodies and tees with digital Swoosh hits and other gamer-centric adornments. Release dates have yet to be announced, but the collection could well release around the League of Legends World Championship later this month. Need more footwear news? Check out a new Star Wars x adidas Superstar inspired by Darth Vader.

Nike SB Dunk Low X Civilist Changes Color With Heat

Following numerous teasers, we now have our first full look at the Civilist‘s upcoming Nike SB Dunk Low collaboration. For its latest team-up with Nike, the Berlin-based name focused on a thermochromic finish for the dynamic design element. Coming with a standard full-black upper, when exposed to heat the shoe changes to reveal an infrared-inspired pattern. The multi-color heat map reveals the temperature spectrum and is accented by contrasting tonal stitching and distinct Swoosh midfoot branding.

Other branding elements come in the form of Civilist tabs, an infrared tongue tag and Nike embroidery at the rear. Rounding up the design of the shoes is a pure white midsole paired with a black rubber outsole and a set of replacement laces that continue the colors of the heat map. Take a first look at The Civilist Berlin x Nike SB Dunk Low below and expect the shoe to release sometime this August.

Presumed to be a relatively understated collaboration initially, the pair quickly subverted assumption with an all-over thermochromic finish. Fresh out of the box, the pair seems quite neutral with a full black upper and matching accents, but once exposed to heat, a vibrant heat map reminiscent pattern begins to appear. Dark reds, lighter greens, and blues display the entire temperature spectrum, each placed as if gradating from the heel to the toe box. Neutral-toned toolings, linings, and tongues arrive bereft of the focal treatment, though the latter does deliver color by way of a variety of laces as well as yellow-checked tongue patch. Grab an on-foot look at these here and expect to learn more about the launch soon as they’re expected to land later this month.

J.Cole's PUMA RS-Dreamer - Blood, Sweat and Tears

After first combining the worlds of hip-hop and hoops this July with the RS-Dreamer, J. Cole and PUMA have now readied its second colorway: “Blood, Sweat and Tears.” Inspired by the grit, determination and hard work it takes to make it on the court or the mic, the new makeup offers a bold palette, advanced performance technology and the storytelling that’s become synonymous with Cole and PUMA Hoops‘s partnership.

 
Mid-cut uppers are dressed almost entirely in red, with mesh bases and suede overlays alike taking on a vivid crimson hue. Cole’s “Dreamer” logo is stamped on the heel in white, with further contrast provided by a white cord lacing system and small forefoot flourishes. Down below, midsoles combine a duo of foams both RS-style running shoe foam and basketball-specific ProFoam for a hybrid cushioning setup. Of course, the “Blood, Sweat and Tears” has already been seen on both NBA and WNBA courts.

Kyle Kuzma, Danny Green, reigning Slam Dunk Contest winner Derrick Jones Jr, Skylar Diggins-Smith and Katie Lou Samuelson have all brought it to the hardwood, and Cole himself might do the same if he does indeed try out for the Detroit Pistons. The J. Cole x PUMA RS-Dreamer “Blood, Sweat and Tears” will release via the PUMA webstore and Foot Locker on August 17. The MSRP is set at $125 USD. Elsewhere in the world of hoop shoe news, it’s been rumored that Steph Curry will establish a signature brand with Under Armour.

Air Jordan 1 High Zoom "Rage Green" Release Date Overview

Throughout the last 35 years, there have been some pretty interesting colorways of the Air Jordan 1. Not to mention, Jumpman has always sought to innovate the shoe and bring new technologies to the forefront. While many sneakerheads prefer the OG versions, there is no denying that there is a real desire for something new and unique on the market.

Over the last year, Jordan Brand has been trying to address this need with the Air Jordan 1 High Zoom. What makes this Air Jordan 1 different is the fact that it has Zoom technology in the midsole. This allows for a comfortable feel that sneakerheads certainly appreciate. There have been very few new Zoom High colorways as of late but next month, a "Rage Green" offering will be hitting the market.

As you can see from the image below, the shoe has a green toe box and side panels while the overlays are black and the Nike swoosh is silver. This particular colorway might just be one of the more unique AJ1s we have ever seen. As for the release date, you can expect these to drop on June 20th for $175 USD. Let us know in the comments below what you think and stay tuned for more sneaker coverage.