Month: January 2018
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Diamond Supply Co. x PUMA Spring Summer 18 Collection
It’s been a long time coming since Nicholas Tershay started a DIY skate brand in his one-bedroom apartment and kicked off the legacy that would later turn him into the man known as Nick Diamond. From the humble beginnings of moving to L.A. to sell shred hardware to establishing Diamond Supply Co. as one of…
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Factory Check: Sneakers Made In Germany
Did you know that KangaROOS, SONRA and VOR manufacture sneakers Made in Germany? In fact, they even share the same factory. With shoes from all three brands in production at the same time, we decided to meet up with their founders right on the factory floor where the sneakers are made. This is the story…
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MoMA x OFF-WHITE x Nike Air Force 1 ’07
With Virgil Abloh’s “THE TEN” Nike collab being one of the most celebrated sneaker releases of 2017, the two continue their partnership this year by deconstructing more Nike silhouettes and applying the now-signature sample look to them. As new images of a rework on the Air Force 1 07 appear, the box label reveals that…
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Ralph Lauren Brings Back the Polo “Snow Beach” Collection
Ralph Lauren’s Polo line was one of the most prominent represenatives of the 90s’ colorful aesthetics. And with the recent resurgance of that era’s fashion trends, the American premium clothing brand brings back one of its most recognizable releases from back in the days: the “Snow Beach” collection. Originally featuring hoodies and hats, the standout…
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ARKK Copenhagen Explores Digital Landscapes For SS2018
When was the last time you saw an entirely new, not “recycledfrom- military” camouflage pattern in the sneaker game? ARKK Copenhagen, a brand otherwise known for understated Scandinavian stylistics, goes next level with an all-new take on the time-honored design. In the world of sneakers and streetwear, camouflage is one of those bedrock aesthetics that…
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Classically Athletic – Reebok Women’s Workout Vintage
Let’s rewind the tape to 1984 when Reebok conceived one of their most important icons: Rendered in clean lines with a snug tongue and iconic H-shaped support strap, the Workout Lo model created the category of multi-purpose gym shoes before “cross training” was even a concept. Designed by Edward Lussier and team, the Workout would…
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Tyler, The Creator x Converse Golf Le Fleur* 2018
Tyler, The Creator is known to wear many hats: rapper, record producer and head of Odd Future Records; graphic virtuoso and fashion designer with his own Golf Wang label; plus youth culture figurehead backed by a million-strong Wolf Gang. But one thing not everybody knows about the multi-hyphenate is that Tyler can actually hold his…
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10 Facts You Didn’t Know About the adidas EQT BVG
Phew – the release of the much talked about adidas BVG collaboration went down on January 16 and let us just say this: the hype was real! People started camping out in front of Overkill’s Kreuzerg store several days ahead and when the adidas EQT Support 93/Berlin finally launched, a batallion of international media outlets…
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SNEAKERS MAG #37 OUT NOW
SNEAKERS MAG #37 finally arrives at assorted retailers, sneaker stores and online! Launching during winter season, our first 2018 issue features a cover story on the latest collaboration between Tyler, The Creator and Converse for some much needed springtime vibes. The third drop of the “Golf Le Fleur” collection presents a refreshing take on the…
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When to Get the DSM x Nike Air Max 1 “Ventile”
Collaborations on the Air Max 1 are rather rare, so when the folks from Beaverton give somebody the chance to re-design their classic model it’s usually a high-profile partner. Now they have teamed up with London’s premium store Dover Street Market to let them apply their sophisticated modern take to the 1987 Swoosh staple. Already…