Release Roundup: Sneakers You Need to Check Out This Weekend

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Black Friday and Cyber Monday have both come and gone, but that doesn’t mean that the holiday shopping season has ended just yet. Have a fan of sneakers on your list? There are some great pairs to consider that are hitting stores this week.

Nike has remixed the Air Force 1 with Swarovski crystals, A Ma Maniere’s Air Jordan 1 is releasing again for anyone who missed out last week, two new Yeezys are on the way, and there is even an Adidas Forum Low inspired by Home Alone on the way for anyone who wants to really get into the holiday spirit. 

Check out all of this week’s best sneaker releases below.

'Home Alone' x Adidas Forum Low

Price: $110
When: Wednesday, Dec. 1 at 10 a.m.
Where: adidas.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: A new pair of the Adidas Forum Low is releasing this Wednesday that is inspired by one of the most beloved Christmas movies of all time, Home Alone. The cream white and red upper is made to resemble the sneakers worn by Kevin McCallister in the film. Various details allude to the movie such as burn marks and lace jewels that nod to some of McCallister’s traps, a door mat-esque tongue tag complete with Home Alone’s recognizable house logo, and insoles that feature screenshots of the Wet Bandits.

Women's Nike Air Force 1 'Swarovski'

Price: $450
When: Thursday, Dec. 2 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Nike is debuting two interesting takes on the Air Force 1 this week. Classic white and black versions of the shoe have been remixed with the addition of various panels covered in 228 individual unfaceted retroreflective Swarovski crystals. A mini screwdriver is included as well for the wearer to customize the paneling on their particular pair.

A Ma Maniere x Air Jordan 1

Price: $200
When: Friday, Dec. 3 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Following a limited release exclusively at A Ma Maniere last week, the boutique’s Air Jordan 1 collaboration is getting a wider launch this Friday. The premium take on the 1 features a cracked sail leather upper, burgundy snakeskin on the collar and Swoosh, quilted satin sockliner, and dual-branded tongue tags.

Adidas Yeezy QNTM 'Amber Tint'

Price: $250
When: Friday, Dec. 3 at 10 a.m.
Where: Yeezy Supply, adidas.com, and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Kanye West’s basketball sneaker, the Yeezy QNTM, arrives in another new colorway this Friday morning. The “Amber Tint” pair covers the patterned upper in a shade of yellow. A black bootie and grey suede toe overlay complete the design.

Adidas Yeezy 500 'Ash Grey'

Price: $200
When: Saturday, Dec. 4 at 10 a.m.
Where: Yeezy Supply, adidas.com, and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The Yeezy 500 returns this week in the “Ash Grey” colorway. The chunky low-top is covered in a tonal mix of grey suede and mesh.

Air Jordan 1 Element Gore-Tex 'Particle Grey'

Price: $200
When: Saturday, Dec. 4 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: This variation of the Air Jordan 1 is built to endure the wintery elements. The upper is constructed of waterproof Gore-Tex materials. A gusseted tongue to keep your feet dry and official Gore-Tex logo stamped on the lateral heel complete the design. This pair is dressed in black, grey, and dark green. 

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