Category: Footwear Culture

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. UPDATE 9/29/25: The Nike Kobe 8 Protro “Year of the Horse” has surfaced with a first look ahead of its January 2026 release date. Original Story 7/17/25: The Nike Kobe 8 Protro “Year of the…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Jordan’s iconic “Jumpman” poster ad returns as the Air Jordan 1985 BE@RBRICK. This legendarily quotable image first appeared in 1985, adorning posters and walls everywhere. The 100% figure (7 cm) dons the same outfit MJ…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The Air Jordan 11 “Mojave” lands in Jordan Brand’s Holiday 2025 collection as a Las Vegas exclusive drop to celebrate the silhouette’s 30th Anniversary. This special release captures the allure of the desert while also…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. For fall, the Nike Vomero Plus will create a sound and fury with a new splatter pattern unlike previous Vomero releases. Nike’s Vomero silhouette has a reputation for soft cushioning among veterans in the sneaker…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Nike revives the iconic silhouette of the Air Max 95 with a fresh take in “Black/Bright Ceramic”. Featuring a breathable mesh upper, the model showcases Summit White netting with Light Graphite, Metallic Silver, and Anthracite…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The Nike Shox R4 “Obsidian/Diffused Blue” is a reboot of a classic early 2000’s sneaker. Obsidian leather sidewalls contrast with pebbled Diffused Blue panels for a multi-layered build. Sleek reflective accents are scattered all over…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The New Balance 990v6 “Driftwood” isn’t flashy but that’s the point. This is an earthy update to the legendary Made in USA series. The model is a made for fall weather thanks to swapping the…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Bold, but refined, the Nike Air Max 90 “Iron Grey/University Red” arrives Fall 2025. The silhouette remains loyal to it’s stealthy roots with an Iron Grey mesh and leather upper with Black overlays and eyelets….

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. adidas Consortium x Mercedes-AMG is back with a bold three-shoe collection. Featuring the ZX 8500, Megaride GT, and adiStar Control 5, the collection mashes automotive and sneaker design while drawing inspiration from Mercedes’ racing dominance…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Ronnie Fieg‘s latest collaboration in his steady partnership with ASICS, the Kith x ASICS World’s Fair Collection, is first arriving for the grand opening of Kith Chicago on October 4th. The collection continues Fieg’s ethos…