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Nike Air Flightposite 2014 White/Game Royal/Team Orange
Apr 30th
The Nike Air Flightposite 2014 arrives in white, game royal and team orange, which is a sneaker famously worn by Allan Houston during the 2002 season while playing for the New York Knicks. Featuring a white-based upper with royal and orange accents, these kicks make their comeback for a 2014 redeux. Act fast, these will be flying off shelves quick.
Available in stores and online Saturday. Check out Release Locator for stores.
Air Jordan 11 Retro Low “Concord”
Apr 30th
The Air Jordan 11 Retro Low “Concord” is the same patent leather, the same mesh upper, the same exact iconic silhouette of the Jordan XI-all in a low-top model. As one of the most sought after and admired Air Jordan sneakers of all-time, it also marked the first time patent leather was seen on an athletic shoe. The great thing about this “Low” model is that it boasts not only identical aesthetics and visual design, but its performance features as well, which are seen through its mesh uppers, carbon fiber and subtle pops of Concord.
Available in stores and online Saturday. Check out Release Locator for stores.
Jordan 6-17-23 “Dark Concord”
Apr 29th
The Jordan 6-17-23 is a mashup of two iconic Air Jordan models, the 6 and 17. Taking cues from each shoe, the general shape of the Air Jordan 6 serves as the base on which distinct pieces from the Air Jordan 17 are layered (midsole, outsole elements, lace loops, collar and tongue). Nubuck and leather uppers are a distinct Dark Concord color, accented by mesh panels and a clear midsole/outsole. Pick up a pair at House of Hoops by Foot Locker stores or on Footlocker.com (starting at 8:00 a.m. EDT) this Saturday, May 3rd for $ 145.
Nike Kobe 9 EM “Laser Crimson”
Apr 29th
The Nike Kobe 9 EM returns this weekend in a clean new colorway. The newest color of Kobe Bryant’s ninth signature shoe 9 features black Engineered Mesh uppers with white Kobe logo and Swoosh highlighted with bright “Laser Crimson” accents on the Nike Flywire and collar lining. A distinctive graphic adorns the midsole next to the injected nylon heel clip and Nike Lunarlon midsole delivers an ultra-soft, responsive ride.
The Nike Kobe 9 EM “Laser Crimson” drops this Saturday, May 3rd 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 and let us know what you think of the shoe in the comments.
Celeb Style: Travi$ Scott
Apr 28th
At only 21 years old, Travi$ Scott has been able to gain the trust of some of Hip-Hop’s greatest like Kanye West and T.I. for the race to be the genre’s future king. A multitalented musician who both produces and raps, it’s his energy and idiosyncratic personality that sets him a part from the rest. His music and live shows are bass-heavy and adrenalin-pumping, while his demeanor as a person is quite the juxaposition of that. He can never really look at the camera or interviewer in the eye when he’s responding — a testament to being in his own world always.
It’s no secret that he’s one of the musicians nabbed as a style influencer, while being photographed for a wealth of publications. His style can range from the “leather jacket” look of timeless cool worn with modern flair, to a “street” comfortability and cool with graphic tees with his ties to #BEENTRILL and ILLAMERICA, to a more utilitarian and military-inspired approach with the use of camo and jackets with details inspired by war.
Regardless of what he’s wearing, there’s no doubt that La Flame carries enough natural confidence to make his presence felt anywhere.
Style Trend: Running Shoes As An Everyday Uniform & Staple
Apr 28th
Running shoes, once limited to performance on the track or the rugged terrain of the outdoors, are now seen on the feet of many as their staple for everyday wear. How exactly did we get here? After doing some research in the field and talking with well-respected sneakerheads, we’ve come to couple conclusions about this style trend.
One reason why we believe running shoes have evolved to become an everyday staple is because of innovation, which can be seen most clearly with the Nike Flyknits. When the HTMs dropped a few years back, it was the first time anybody had seen a different way of creating a light shoe. Running shoes today have reached the pinnacle of comfort meeting great design. It will only get better.
Another reason is that modern design trends pay homage to older styles from the early 90′s or even further. Walking around in the Manhattan area of New York City is where we first noticed the proliferation of how many individuals were wearing performance sneakers to balance out their outfits. The theory was solidified when we spotted a young man rocking the rerelease of the Air Pegasus 92 worn by the US Olympic running team when they took the gold back then. It’s inspiring to look back into the archives where sneakers like the Air Max 1, which was first released back in ’87, is still fresh and relevant.
Show and/or tell us what kicks you’re rocking today in the comments!
Nike LeBron 11 Low “Laser Crimson”
Apr 27th
Low cut and sleek, the Nike LeBron 11 Low represents an evolution of LBJ’s signature shoe, with a full-length Max Air bag for optimum cushioning and flexibility. The new Light Base Grey colorway is complimented nicely by “Laser Crimson” accents on the Nike Flywire, Swoosh, outsole, lining and heel counter. Pick up a pair starting this Saturday, April 26 for $ 170 at House of Hoops by Foot Locker stores and Footlocker.com (starting at 8am EDT). Check the Launch Locator to see which stores will have this release.
Nike Air Tech Challenge II “Turbo Green”
Apr 27th
Originally making its debut in 1989, the Nike Air Tech Challenge II is linked to the tennis legend Andre Agassi. Most often known to reflect Agassi’s wild hairstyle and loud wardrobe, it should be known that the sneaker was designed for its durability and lightweight technology. The “Turbo Green” colorway is to be noted as it remains a colorway that has stood the test of time. Whether it’s design reflects the 80′s, 90′s or present day, it carries a retro feeling that brings swagger of its own.
Available in stores and online Saturday. Check out Release Locator for stores.
Nike Zoom Kobe Venomenon 4 (White/Grey/Purple)
Apr 26th
The Nike Zoom Kobe Venomenon 4 gets a fresh new colorway that is dominantly white with pops of grey and purple. This is a “Lakeshow”-friendly sneaker that isn’t overbearing towards rocking these kicks with other colors. As to be expected, the Kobe Venomenon 4′s come equipped materials for performance: Nike Zoom cushioning with Hyperfuse and Flywire on the upper. This specific look shows that toning it down actually reveals the silhouette’s finer details.
Available in stores and online Saturday. Check out Release Locator for stores.
Nike SB Janoski “Hacky Sack”
Apr 26th
The Nike SB Janoski “Hacky Sack” is for those who kickflip or just straight kick it. This evolution pairs the ever-popular Janoski sneaker with the fun “Hacky Sack” graphic treatment over the entire upper of the shoe. Complete with a white midsole and a gum outsole, its design is based off of the boat shoe but built for skate. How will you rock these — for lounging or cruising?
Available in select stores now. Check out Release Locator for stores.
