Category: Footwear Culture

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs joins Jordan Brand, becoming the latest NFL star to wear the Jumpman. The signing was first revealed publicly in September 2025, though the deal had been finalized on Gibbs’…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. UPDATE 9/6/25: Travis Hunter has officially unveiled the Anthony Edwards adidas AE 1 Low football cleat ahead of his NFL debut. The AE 1 football cleats are expected to release in May 2026. View this…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Kyrie Irving will continue his partnership with ANTA with the upcoming Hélà Season 2 collection. Storytelling and performance design will continue to inform the collection, centering around the themes of resilience, provision, and transformation. Key…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Jordan Brand pays homage to Día de Muerto with the Air Jordan 1 Low “Somos Eternos” edition. The Air Jordan 1 Low continues the collaboration’s theme of honoring tradition. The Day of the Dead is…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. UPDATE 9/5/25: Slam Magazine shares a detailed look at the upcoming Nike Ja 3 “Turbo Green” set to release November 5th. Original Story 7/25/25: Nike Basketball is getting festive with a holiday-ready release of the…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The Air Jordan 6 “White Infrared” is officially returning in 2026, just in time for the silhouette’s 35th Anniversary. Debuted in 1991, this iconic colorway is one of the most important sneakers from Michael Jordan’s…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. UPDATE 9/5/25: The South Park Crocs officially release September 12th along with extra accessories on Crocs.com. Original Story 8/26/25: Crocs has partnered with South Park for a playful riff on the Classic Clog silhouette. Inspired…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Kith Ivy brings the brand’s next evolution as it embarks into a new lifestyle, sport, and hospitality era. Ronnie Fieg introduces the initiative in conjunction with a new padel club alongside the Kith Ivy New…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. UPDATE 9/5/25: SLAM Magazine shares a closer look at the Nike Ja 3 “Zombie” releasing October 21st. A Halloween special with glow in the dark accents and a zombie graphic on the insoles to boost…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. UPDATE 9/5/25: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Converse SHAI 001 “Hail Clay” releases October 2nd for $130 USD on Converse.com. Original Story 5/22/25: Fresh off being crowned the 2025 MVP, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is gifting fans a slam dunk…