Search results for: “Patta”
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History Check – 40 Years of KangaROOS
Few brands have the power to spark up nostalgia and bring back vivid memories of bygone eras. But to anyone who experienced the 1980s explosion of trends like BMX, frisbee, jogging, breakdancing and skateboarding, seeing a pair of KangaROOS is a trip back in time. To a moment when every week brought the next pop…
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Nike Reveals a Collaborative Collection with Cav Empt
Following collaborations with the likes of Patta and Carhartt, Nike continues to launch special joint projects with streetwear labels in 2019. In early January, the Cav Empt x Nike collection hits the shelves. Founded in 2011 by renowned graphic artist Sk8thing and England-born Toby Feltwell, Cav Empt quickly became one of Japan’s most celebrated new street…
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Inside the World of Alex Hackett a.k.a. miniswoosh
Australian-born designer Alex Hackett uses product packaging like NASA space foil or bubble wrap in order to create unique pieces for her own label ALCH. She also has a deep passion for Nike and repurposes garments and accessories – to be seen on her 105k strong Instagram channel “miniswoosh”. We met 2017’s Vote Forward participant…
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Europe’s Most-Worn Sneakers According to SneakerTracker
When it comes to sneaker statistics, the conversation usually revolves around resale prices and hype. But if we’re talking actual sneaker culture, it should much rather be about what’s on people’s feet than how much they spend on the most expensive kicks. Of course this kind of data is much harder to obtain than simple…
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Mizuno Re-Releases the Wave Rider 1 OG II
When Mizuno relaunched their classic Wave Rider 1 back in spring of this year, it served as a kickstarter for the Japanese brand’s new lifestyle category. After several celebrated collaborations, the sportswear powerhouse now reintroduces another original colorway – the Mizuno Wave Rider 1 OG II. The shoe embodies all three of Mizuno’s core values:…
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This Is the Best Sneaker of October 2018
You guys voted for the best sneakers of October 2018 and the poll is closed now! Here are the top 3 from this month: 1. OFF-WHITE x Nike Air Max 97 “Menta” 2. Hanon x KangaROOS COIL-R1 “Moonshine” 3. solebox x atmos x ASICS GEL-LYTE III To find out more about our 10 nominees, you…
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A Closer Look at Pharrell’s Upcoming BBC x adidas Collab
For the next installment of his ongoing Human Race releases with adidas, Pharrell now brings another brand to the equation. His own streetwear imprint BBC joins the collab in the Billionaire Boys Club x Pharrell Williams x adidas collection. Featuring two different sneakers, the standout model as always is a Hu NMD. Equipped with a white…
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BEAMS and Mizuno Reveal Their Sky Medal TR Collab
Earlier this year, Mizuno reissued their Sky Medal silhouette both in its OG colorways and as a Patta collab. Now the shoe again receives the Kazoku treatment as the BEAMS x Mizuno Sky Medal TR sees the brand team up with a fellow Japanese retailer. Hailing from Tokyo’s famous Harajuku district, BEAMS is one of the…
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Here Are the Best Sneakers of September 2018
You guys voted for the best sneakers of September 2018 and now the voting is closed! As the line-up was pretty collab-heavy this month, it’s no surprise that two joint projects also entered the Top 3. Check them out here and see all results from the poll below. 1. Afew x KangaROOS COIL-R1 “Mighty Forest”…
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This Is the Best Sneaker of August 2018
Our voting for the best sneakers of August 2018 is closed and we now have a winner! Interestingly enough, the top 3 looks just as diverse as the whole field of releases. Check out the shoes that made the podium here and see all results below. 1. solebox x adidas Yung-1 SMU 2. OFF-WHITE x…