Category: Footwear Culture

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. adidas Originals and Seoul-based Thug Club come together for their first-ever worldwide full-body range. Born in 2018, Thug Club interprets subcultures through hip-hop swagger, biker culture, and postmodern aesthetics. The subversive streetwear label has been…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The Air Jordan 9 OG “Space Jam” is officially returning this Fall 2026 to commemorate the 30th Anniversary of Space Jam, the blockbuster hit film in which MJ wore the exact same pair in. It…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Jordan Brand’s retro revival continues with the release of the Air Jordan 17 Low “Black Patent” in Fall 2026. After the silhouette was reintroduced in 2024 with OG colorways and special edition collaborations, the next…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The Air Jordan 8 “Chrome” is officially returning in Fall 2026, almost 10 years after its last release. The sneaker, originally released in 2003 before making a comeback in 2015, is one of the most…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The Stussy x Nike Baltoro “Light British Tan” is yet another excellent release from the two as they continue to retool and reinterpret classic Nike silhouettes. A hardworking 90s trail boot that was constructed to…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The Nike Air Max 95 “Houseflies” brings a pestilent spin to the iconic silhouette for Halloween 2025. Nike continues its yearly Halloween Pack tradition with this release and the Air Force 1 Low “Houseflies,” adding…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. UPDATE 10/10/25: Official photos of the Nike GT Future “Fire” have bene added below revealing its 3M reflective tongues. A release is expected October 25th for $200 USD. Stay tuned for more updates. Original Story…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The adidas Jabbar High “Chalk White/Shadow Red” by Mark Gonzales combines artistic expression with basketball history and skateboard culture into a unique sneaker design. Made in a slick Chalk White leather upper with hairy suede…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. UPDATE 10/9/25: Nike’s Yardrunners 6.0 celebrates HBCU excellence with Air Max 95s honoring Florida A&M, Spelman, Morehouse, and Norfolk State. Launches October 11 at select retailers and October 14 on SNKRS. Original Story 9/18/25: Nike…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The Pokémon x adidas 30th Anniversary Collection is set to release during Fall 2026. This is set to be another large scale pop culture crossover with sneakers. The collection celebrates three decades of one of…