Category: Footwear Culture

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Nike once again salutes one of the nations top college programs with the Kobe 5 Protro PE. This iteration of the Kobe 5 celebrates Duke Women’s Basketball. The Nike Kobe 5 Protro “Duke” PE is…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Jordan Brand’s expanding roster of high-fashion collaborators is getting a new addition in Mowalola Ogunlesi. The Mowalola x Air Jordan 14 “Burnt Red” is set to release in Fall 2026, cementing itself as one of…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The Finesse x ASICS GEL-Cumulus 16 “Desert Rose” is rooted in the desert, but blooms with romance. Pale sand mesh uppers are grounded by glossy black overlays and ASICS’ trademark Tiger stripes. Delicate pink accents…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Sanrio continues its playful collaboration with PUMA Sportstyle with the new Hello Kitty® and Friends PUMA Collection. The collection infuses signature Sanrio characters into PUMA’s most iconic silhouettes including the Palermo, Easy Rider, Suede XL,…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. UPDATE 10/15/25: The Nike Air Griffey Max 1 “Freshwater” will release December 12, 2025 for $170. Nike also released the matching graphic tee features Ken Griffey Jr. flying over Fenway’s Green Monster — BUY NOW…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Nike is doubling down on the recovery shoe category, unveiling the Nike Mind 001 in an upcoming “Solar Red” colorway. An outré take on comfort science meets futuristic design and style. In the form of…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Unheardof has collaborated with adidas and Major League Soccer club FC Cincinnati for a new Forum Low in honor of the club’s 2023 Supporters’ Shield win. Celebrating the team’s win and the city’s soccer and…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Nike today announced that the company’s World Headquarters in Beaverton, Oregon will officially be known as the Philip H. Knight Campus. The new name honors Nike co-founder and Chairman Emeritus Phil Knight, and marks the…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The Nike Book 1 “Aurora” is a showstopper thanks to a Court Purple upper and iridescent Swoosh. A nod to the northern lights, the color-shifting logo blinks in hues of pink, gold and blue–adding an…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. This unreleased Nigel Sylvester x Air Jordan 1 High OG “Better With Time” Sample from 2023 has resurfaced for sneakerheads to gaze at in awe. Posted by @davidsgrails on Instagram, this rare high-top would’ve preceded…