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Check out These On-Feet Shots of the Parra x Air Max 1
Dutch artist Piet Parra undoubtetly is one of the most influental Nike collaborators of all time. Acclaimed for not only his own works with the brand, but also for designing the wildly popular Patta Air Max 1s, the 42-year old is a true sneaker culture star. Now he reunites with the Swoosh brand for the…
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HEIMPLANET x Kickstarter – Transit Line
Two years ago, the folks from modern outdoor brand HEIMPLANET came up with an ambitios idea. They wanted to craft the last bag you ever have to buy, simply because it fulfills all your needs. But what would be the right bag for the most demanding use – everyday life? The answer is: the HEIMPLANET x…
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The Air Max 95 Releases in UNDEFEATED Colors
If you’re on the lookout for some fresh Air Max 95 styles, Nike got something for you. A familiar color combination hits the Sergio Lozano-designed classic with the release of the upcoming Nike Air Max 95 Neutral Olive Total Orange. Dipped in a mix of String, Total Orange and Neutral Olive, the sneaker definitely reminds of UNDEFEATED‘s signature…
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A First Look at the adidas Kamanda “Brown Pack”
Ever since the launch of the Kamanda earlier this year, fans of the silhouette have been waiting for more. The unconvential adidas model quickly gained a following thanks to its fusion of classic terrace aesthetics and a thick, exaggerated sole unit. Now some new iterations are finally on the way with the adidas Kamanda Brown…
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The adidas Sobakov Finally Drops This Week
Since the concept of combining football aesthetics with exaggerated soles worked out great on the Kamanda, adidas is in for a reprise. The adidas Sobakov puts a spin on a well-tried formula. Just like the Kamanda, the Sobakov’s overall look bears some resemblance to adidas football classics like the Samba. The silhouette’s black textile upper…
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Check out This Nike React Element 87 Leather Custom
Without a doubt, the React Element 87 already is one of the hottest and most innovative shoes of the year so far. With its distinct aesthetics and on-feet look, it even gained the top spot of our recent “Best of June” poll. Even though the translucent upper is part of what makes the Nike original…
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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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