Category: Footwear Culture

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The LE SSERAFIM x Crocs Bae Clog will have Crocs’ classic silhouette ready for the stage. The Bae Clog is known for its chunky midsole, but this style receives a glitter-black coating, a silver chain…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The Nike Cryoshot Tiempo Legend R10 “White/Metallic Gold” is shaping up to be one of the most nostalgic football drops of Summer 2026 — right in time for a global football spotlight. This colorway reworks…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The adidas Harden Vol 10 is a momentous release for James Harden. Harden becomes the third adidas basketball player to achieve 10 signature sneakers with this launch, joining Derrick Rose and Damian Lillard. It’s not…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The New Balance 1080v15 continues the brand’s legacy of premium performance with next-level comfort and sleek, everyday wearability. Arriving in January, the update will drop in eight colorways, including black, white, blue, purple and neon…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The PUMA Hali 1 “Grey” recently revealed by designer Salehe Bembury continues the creative partnership between the designer and PUMA Hoops, spotlighting Tyrese Haliburton’s debut sneaker in a minimalist makeover. Bembury, known for his nature-inspired…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continues to dominate both the hardwood and the fashion scene. Following a blazing 7-0 season start, the Converse Shai 001 Family Pack is making its return — giving fans another shot at SGA’s…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. First rumored in February, the Air Jordan 3 “Champagne and Oysters” is now officially surfacing ahead of its Holiday 2025 release. The premium pair lives up to its nickname — elegant, celebratory, and built for…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Nike is coming through with some cozier fall vibes courtesy of the Ava Rover in a “Desert Moss” colorway. The shoe starts with a Desert Moss mesh base, a Sail mudguard and then an expressive…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Ahead of the 2025–26 college basketball season, the USC Men’s Basketball team is celebrating Kobe Bryant’s enduring influence with three exclusive Nike Kobe 5 Protro PEs. The program’s connection to Bryant and Los Angeles basketball…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Fresh off ComplexCon, the creative spotlight shifts to Las Vegas for DesignerCon 2025, where Vans is marking the event’s 20th anniversary with an ultra-limited DesignerCon x Vans Half Cab collaboration. Only 200 pairs of this…