Month: July 2018
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Inside the Mind of Sneaker-Inspired Artist Marcos Cabrera
Flaming skeletons, howling zombies, a VaporMax morphed into a bright orange scorpion, classic Vans paired with chopped-off legs and Air Max 90s as pizza toppings: The work of Barcelona-based graphic artist Marcos Cabrera is a vibrant mash-up of 1980s-style skateboard graphics, heavy metal poster art, horror comics and a healthy dose of sneaker spirit. It’s…
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INVINCIBLE and New Balance Present a Mismatched 574
As a tried and true New Balance staple silhouette, the 574 usually takes on a rather subtle approach with smooth and discreet materials. But when you recruit Taiwanese retailer INVINCIBLE for a collab, you’re definitely in for a more daring look. The upcoming INVINCIBLE x New Balance 574 is a prime example for that. Tinted in…
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These Are the Best Sneakers of June 2018
You guys voted for the best sneakers of June 2018 and now the poll is closed! We once again saw a tight race for the top spots and the results surely look interesting. The top 3 of June are: 1. Nike React Element 87 2. KangaROOS PLAYMAKER 3. La MJC x Mizuno Wave Rider 1…
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The Reebok Aztrek Is Back for the First Time Since 1993
After relaunching the Rapide earlier this year, Reebok returns to the archives for another reprise of a beautiful 90s gem. In contrast to the rather slim Rapide silhouette, the Reebok Aztrek sports a bulky throwback look that’s up to the latest trends. Returning now for the very first time, the shoe comes with a thick…
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A First Look at the 24 Kilates x SONRA Proto “Saffron”
After leaving his store 4 years ago, solebox founder Hikmet Sugoer quickly got busy again with a new passion project. Initated in 2016, the Berlin native’s very own sneaker brand SONRA quickly made a name for itself. With a clear focus on high quality craftsmanship, the label releases limited “Made in Germany” sneakers that continue…
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Here’s What Went down at Sneakerness London
As Sneakerness London opened its gates on July 7-8, this year marked the UK debut for the sneaker event. Needless to say that heads from London and all over the country came out to the impressive Printworks location. Of course the London team around OG collector Kish Kash assembled an interesting bunch of artists and…
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A First Look at Nike’s New Zoom Pegasus Turbo
Ever since its introduction, Nike‘s ZoomX foam cushioning gained a lot of acclaim from runners. Previously used on the Zoom Vaporfly 4% and Zoom Vaporfly Elite, it delivers 85 percent energy return and is the brand’s lightest foam. Now the Swoosh introduces the Nike Zoom Pegasus Turbo as the latest edition to the series. First,…
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The Complete OFF-WHITE x Nike Collection Drops at Grailed
With their current “Heatwave” series, the folks over at Grailed spice up summer slump. While giveaways go down on Mondays, Thursdays belong to highly coveted archive drops. And coming up next is the complete OFF-WHITE x Nike “THE TEN” collection at some of the lowest prices since its debut. The ten-piece sneaker line-up first launched in…
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The History of Sneakersnstuff
Without a shadow of a doubt, Sneakersnstuff is one of the leading sneaker retailers today. While its two-decades-long history has helped shape our basic concept of what a modern sneaker store should be like, SNS has also expanded like no other. After their successful beginnings in Sweden, they took their business around the globe. After…
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Nike Drops a Clean Air Max 1 for Mini Swoosh Fans
Sometimes it’s the little things in life that matter. Like Nike‘s beloved Mini Swoosh on a crisp AM1 colorway for example. Luckily, the Nike Air Max 1 Premium Mini Swoosh is exactly that. Equipped with a Pure Platinum suede upper, the shoe features Sail white accents on the tongue, side Swoosh and midsole. A black…