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The adidas EQT Support ADV goes Snakeskin
For a dose of classic EQT DNA with a modern twist, adidas releases three colorways of the EQT Support ADV and gives this silhouette the snakeskin treatment. Based on a traditional construction of knitted mesh on the vamp, the silhouette’s upper is upgraded with an exquisite material mix that includes Nubuck overlays and Three Stripes branding…
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16 Dope Sneakers to Cop This Weekend
The first weekend of November 2017 sees a nice selection of sneaker releases, including two drops of the adidas Consortium Sneaker Exchange, some neat New Balance models and another chance at a couple of Air Max Jewels. [Title image via Packer / Solebox] Berlin’s Solebox and New Jersey’s Packer Shoes teamed up for a transatlantic…
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PUMA Suede Classic 50th Anniversary “B-Boy Pack”
Very few shoes can look a style legacy that traces back half a century – and the PUMA Suede is one of them. Arguably one of the most prominent subcultures to make the classic silhouette their own are the b-boys, as the shoe is one of the staple pieces of footwear when you think about…
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Rapper Cro Told Us What He Loves About the Air Force 1
Equipped with a panda mask and an unerring instinct for catchiness, Cro established his own genre “Raop” and rose to become one of the most successful German hip hop artists of the past 5 years. On top of that, he’s widely credited for setting off the latest renaissance of white-on-white Air Forces. So we had…
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Concepts x New Balance MADE US 999 “Hyannis”
6 years ago, two Boston giants in footwear collaborated for the first time on the much celebrated Concepts x New Balance 999 “Kennedy”. The original shoe was inspired by New England’s sailing culture and President John F. Kennedy’s passion for this. Designed by then-Concepts employee and sneaker industry veteran Frank The Butcher, the “Kennedy” is…
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Where to Get the VANS x The North Face Collection
This week everybody went crazy over the upcoming joint collection by The North Face and VANS. The fall- and winter-ready range featuring weatherized Old Skool and Sk8-Hi silhouettes seemingly struck a nerve with lots of heads – and this weekend, the whole selection of goods will be available for purchase. And while we’re now also…
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sizetenplease on the AF1 and a New Generation
If you ever scrolled through a sneaker-related Instagram feed, you almost certainly got a glimpse of Massimo’s unmistakable sneaker shots under the name sizetenplease. On top of that, he’s managing Berlin’s Solebox store right now – and shared his take on the importance of the Air Force 1’s for today’s generation of younger heads with…
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The North Face x VANS – Fall 2017 Collection
When The North Face and VANS team up to combine their strenghts, we’re ususally in for a mix of Cali cool and top-notch outdoor materials. 2017 is no different, as the two brands unveil a new joint collection for Fall. Key pieces are the beloved Old Skool and Sk8-Hi silhouettes, which receive a waterproof makeover…
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Francky from Sneakerness Paris on the AF1’s Influence
Francky Bendahan is not only the head of Sneakerness Paris, he also put his own confident sense of style to use in an array of collaborations. Needless to say, he also took his chance to experiment with the countless possibilities of Air Force 1 customization. Can you recall your first sight in the wild of…
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How Dead Stock Rediscovered the Nike Air Force 1
Chris covers a huge variety of different kicks on his acclaimed Dead Stock Sneakerblog – and his personal taste is just as diverse. So while the German’s love for Air Force 1s isn’t exclusive, he’ll still appreciate a good pair at any time. Christopher, you’re not known for being a die-hard Air Force fan and…
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