Category: Footwear Culture

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Nike will drop the LD-1000 in a “Sail/Multi-Color” colorway to celebrate Japan’s Culture Day in November. The annual holiday, observed every November 3rd, honors art, education and cultural achievements. The LD-1000 keeps the momentum going…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Nike will be kicking off the 2026 Ekiden race with a fresh Running Collection inspired by athletic form and fast-paced performance. Spanning the Vomero Plus, VaporFly 4, and Rival Fly 4, each silhouette is finished…

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 arrives in a new “White/World Indigo-Midnight Navy-Celestine Blue” colorway for Fall 2025. This take on classic 90s Air Max 95 look to white and dark contrasting colorways. The tonal blend…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. UPDATE 9/21/25: New images of the Costco’s Kirkland x Nike SB Dunk Low reveal hidden details, such as insoles stamped with an oversized Kirkland Signature logo and a $1.50 hot dog graphic hidden under the…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Nike continues its streak of creativity with the Oregon Ducks by unveiling the Oregon Ducks x Nike Vaporposite “Mummy Duck” Cleats. While the Ducks have long been known for their audacious uniforms and footwear, the…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. Jordan Brand is keeping momentum with its Chinese Zodiac sneaker themes, bringing a fresh take on the Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Xuan Wu”. These annual designs often launch at the start of the year,…

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 TL 2.5 “Metallic Gold” offers a chance to relive the early-2000s running vibe in a glitzy color. The TL 2.5 first appeared in the mid-2000s with a futuristic design and full-length…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The OVO x Air Jordan 10 “White” is one of Drake’s most notable Jordans. The sneaker, which was a Quickstrike drop at an OVO pop-up shop in Los Angeles in April 2015. The sneaker’s minimal…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The Nike Total 90 III “Black” brings back a cult classic, with a minimal “Black/Anthracite-White” colorway for Fall 2025. Smooth leather overlays with tonal stitching connect to early 2000s indoor soccer. The oversized “90” logo…

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The Nike Total 90 III “Brown Snakeskin” resurrects the sporty, exotic sneaker with an easy-to-spot textured upper. The Total 90 collection was one of Nike’s most beloved football-inspired silhouettes from the early 2000s. This “Fauna…