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 Nike Field General 82 is getting a rugged makeover for Fall 2025. Designed for the gridiron, the new “Snakeskin” features a snazzy suede and pony hair upper, fully clad in reptile print fabric. While…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The Kith x adidas Supernova Indoor “Denim” sees Ronnie Fieg reintroduce a forgotten ’90s silhouette with a fresh lifestyle makeover. Known for reviving overlooked gems, Fieg taps into adidas’ soccer archive to give the Supernova…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Market and Reebok’s first collaboration arrived in 2023 with a reimagined Club C and Pump mashup. The release honored Reebok’s legacy while also projecting Market’s carefree and experimental design philosophies. The two brands return to…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Basketball heritage meets the field with the Air Jordan 1 MCS Baseball “Black/White” for Fall 2025. Crafted from black leather, the uppers take inspiration from the iconic Jordan 1 silhouette. White accents from the Swoosh…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. UPDATE 9/11/25: The Jordan Trunner O/S “Archaeo Brown/Persian Violet” is set to release in October 2025 for $115. Check out the official photos below. Original Story 7/2/25: Jordan Brand continues its push into lifestyle sneakers…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The Jordan Trunner O/S is officially debuting and Jordan Brand has provided a fitting launch pad for the retro runner. One particular drop, an all-new “Purple Smoke” colorway, injects something of a lifestyle flavor into…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The Nike Zoom Huarache 2K4 OT “Black” is back in Summer 2026. The silhouette was one of Kobe Bryant’s most beloved pre-signature sneaker. It was originally released in 2004 and was designed by Eric Avar,…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The adidas Kobe 2 “USA” will return in 2026, more than two decades after it was initially released. Kobe Bryant first donned the all-American retro on October 30, 2001, as the Los Angeles Lakers opened…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The University of Oregon upholds its Nike heritage with the introduction of the Oregon Ducks x Nike Kobe 6 Cleat PE for Game 3 of the season. The Kobe 6 basketball shoe influences the color…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. There aren’t many sneakers with a history as storied as the BAPE STA, and this September it’s back with a triple “Patent Leather” offering. Originating in the early 2000s, the STA quickly became a cultural…