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Archive for May, 2014
Air Jordan Future Volt
May 16th
The Air Jordan Future “Volt” takes inspiration from the Air Jordan 11 and a one-piece woven upper to create an entirely new look. The sneaker’s design arrives with a matching rubber outsole in addition to a contrasting white midsole with full-length Air cushioning. The Future gets bright with a blast of Volt while forgoing a heel counter and toe enforcer. The futuristic, minimalistic style of this shoe is what we’ve come to appreciate, as it plays well both on the street and on the court. Complete with a matching rubber outsole and a contrasting white midsole with full-length Air cushioning, the Future is all-in-all a solid shoe in a very popular colorway.
Available in select stores and online Saturday. Check out Release Locator for stores.
May Lookbook 2014
May 15th
As the weather starts to heat up, so should your style. And as always we’ve got you covered with the hottest apparel and footwear in the game. Legendary brands like Nike, Adidas, Jordan and Puma never fail to disappoint with their classic designs, but newcomers like Fly Society, American Stitch, Rocksmith, Invisible Bully and Hustle Gang have been able to hold their own matched up against the veterans. Hudson continues to push the envelope with their avant-garde design sensibilities and create some of the most interesting pieces on the market. Pair any pair of kicks with Stance’s vibrantly awesome socks and you’ve got nothing less than recipe for greatness. However it’s something about the classic status Levi’s holds that allows them to fit with any outfit.
Nike Kobe 9 EM “Pop Art Camo”
May 15th
The newest color of the Kobe 9 features a distinct camouflage design combined with a pop art-influenced expression on the Engineered Mesh upper. Court Purple adorns the midsole next to the injected nylon heel clip and Nike Lunarlon delivers an ultra-soft, responsive ride. Pick up a pair starting this Saturday, May 17th at Foot Locker, House of Hoops by Foot Locker and Footlocker.com (starting at 8:00 a.m. EDT) for $ 160. Check the Launch Locator to see which stores will have this release.
Nike CJ Trainer 2 Turf Orange/White/Poison Green
May 14th
Amidst the NFL Draft Day drama, the Nike CJ Trainer 2 appears under the radar while the shoe itself could never be classified as such. The shoe splashes orange onto the synthetic leather-and-mesh construction, including a tonal mid-foot strap that syncs up through the midsole via striking contrast green Flywire. Poison Green also contrasts on the shoe’s inner-bootie which delivers sock-like fit to provide for natural motion. The outsole employs all-surface traction, with encapsulated Zoom Air in the heel for cushioning.
Available in select stores Thursday. Check out Release Locator for stores.
Nike Shooting Stars Pack
May 14th
Taking it back to 1997, the Nike Shooting Stars Pack consists of two sneakers: the Nike Air Foamposite One and the Nike Lil Penny Posite. Bringing a Nike throwback to the forefront with a new sidekick, the Lil Penny Posite takes inspiration from the Lil Penny campaigns of the ’90s for a brand new silhouette, as well as from the man himself, Anfernee Hardaway in the city he spent much of his starry career, Orlando, Florida. Both shoes come packaged in one specially designed box, featuring a tonal gloss all-over print graphic and a bold question splattered across the inner-flap, reading: YOU GUYS REMIND ME OF MY SHOE CLOSET. I GOT TWO PENNYS AND A BUNCH OF LOAFERS.
Featuring a full-length Lunar midsole and Zoom cushioning in the heel, the Lil Penny Posite also employs the latest cushioning technologies, from the bottom up. The design builds upon blocks of Penny’s past, notably including elements of the Air Zoom Rookie and the Nike Air Up, as a symbolic follow up to the Nike Air ½ Cent.
Available in stores and online Saturday. Check out Release Locator for stores.
Air Jordan 2 Retro “Nightshade”
May 13th
Borrowing elements from the 1986 original, the Air Jordan 2 Retro “Nightshade” adds a deep and modern colorway to give the silhouette an eye-popping update. The Nightshade-colored base with Safari print detailing has been added to the original embossed leather panels, while the laces, heel panel and midsole feature a darker Ice Black and Pure Platinum. Volt acents add pop to the laces and speckle.
Available in stores and online Saturday. Check out Release Locator for stores.
Nike Zoom Soldier 7 Turbo Green/Atomic Mango/Nightshade
May 13th
The Nike Zoom Soldier 7 is inspired by and designed for the hoops king, the Nike Zoom Soldier VII provides superstar comfort and long-lasting durability while allowing versatile, play-making movements. Arriving in a turbo green, atomic mango and nightshade colorway, its the fusion of color that makes this shoe aesthetically stand out from the rest. However, the design of the shoe allows for function as well, as its Hyperfuse construction makes the sneaker lightweight and breathable, while the midfoot strap and inner sleeve secures your feet.
Available online only Thursday.
Nike Shooting Stars Pack Release Details
May 12th
Consisting of the Air Foamposite One and the Lil Penny Posite, the Shooting Stars Pack brings a Nike throwback to the forefront, with a new sidekick. Inspired by the ½ man behind the man, the Lil Penny Posite reflects LP’s knee-high swagger and off-court attitude. Inspiration also includes the man himself, Anfernee Hardaway, as well as the city he spent much of his starry career, Orlando, Fla. Both shoes come packaged in one specially designed box, featuring a tonal gloss all-over print graphic and a bold question splattered across the inner-flap, reading: YOU GUYS REMIND ME OF MY SHOE CLOSET. I GOT TWO PENNYS AND A BUNCH OF LOAFERS. For more info on the debut of the Lil Penny Posite see below, and if you’re interested in copping the pack this weekend please read our release details.
STORE RELEASE DETAILS
In partnership with mall management, SELECT House of Hoops by Foot Locker stores will implement a sweepstakes ticket procedure* in order to purchase the Nike Shooting Stars Pack (on sale 5/17/14 for $ 500 – not sold individually). The sweepstakes tickets will be given out Wednesday, May 14th and Thursday, Wednesday, 15th. If your ticket number is selected, you will be notified by phone on Friday, May 17th. These procedures are for SELECT STORES only. To find out which store near you will carry the shoe and if that store will implement the sweepstakes ticket procedure, please visit the Foot Locker Launch Locator.
ONLINE RELEASE DETAILS
The Pack will be available on Footlocker.com this Saturday, May 17th at 8:00 a.m. EDT.
*Our customers are our priority and we encourage everyone to follow the procedure outlined above in an orderly and safe manner. We thank you in advance.
Nike Air Foamposite One
Nike Lil Penny Posite
Aesthetically, the design builds upon blocks of Penny’s past, notably including elements of the Air Zoom Rookie and the Nike Air Up, as a symbolic follow up to the Nike Air ½ Cent. A decoupled Posite upper, with reflective detailing, retains iconic styling while affording you more flexibility, a change of pace from Posites of the past. Featuring a full-length Lunar midsole and Zoom cushioning in the heel, the Lil Penny Posite also employs the latest cushioning technologies, from the bottom up. Molded wings on the shoe’s quarter add a modern sensibility while vintage Flight and 1 Cent insignia keep the design true to its lineage. The season may be winding down, but as the saying goes, basketball never stops. Catch Lil Penny at a court near you this summer — and this time, he won’t be rocking big brother’s hand-me-downs.
Air Jordan 1 ’86 “Dark Concord”
May 11th
The Air Jordan 1 ’86 receives the “Dark Concord” treatment we’ve been frequently seeing as of late. The sneaker arrives in the Air Jordan 1 silhouette: the most casual of the line. The design components of the shoe include a black leather base with textured overlays, as well as dark concord purple present on the Swoosh, Wings logos, and Nike-branded heel tab. The new AJ 1 integrates the Wings logo and molded heel counter from the Jordan II, in addition to the iconic feature hue from the Jordan XI.
Available in stores and online Saturday.
adidas Mutombo 2 Black/Burgundy
May 11th
Featuring a solid black base with burgundy accents completed with the Mutombo logos on the tongues and heels, the adidas Mutombo 2 is one of those must-have retros. Differentiating itself from the first model, this second signature model displays the synonymous Mutombo shield on the heel with the former NBA center’s last name gracing the tongue. This OG colorway of the Mutombo 2 made its debut back in 1995, and refreshed for 2014, the mixture of black and fiery burgundy sets out to be just as popular as its predecessor.
Available in select stores and online Saturday.
