Grey, Black And Blue Land On The Nike Air Max 90

The Nike LeBron signature shoe line will reach as astounding twentieth model this year, but also playing a major part in the LeBron business for Nike is actually its retro product. Currently, it’s the LeBron 9 that has the podium, while later this year the LeBron 2 will make its grand return, but now we’re learning that the LeBron 3 is headed into the mix as well.

For the 40th Anniversary of the Air Force 1, Nike is recognizing the inner city tradition of carrying around toothbrushes for emergency cleanings. Long before the days of sneaker wipes and cleaners, shoe fanatics carried around toothbrushes to quickly scrub off any dirt or grime that made its way onto the soles and uppers after a trek around miles of city blocks. While modern methods might be more effective, there’s no matching the nostalgia that Nike is trying to produce with this special release.

The Nike Air Max 90 has been rather tame with its latest colorways, rarely ever delving beyond the norm. But here, as the shoe celebrates its debut year, the brand is incorporating new graphics and transparent heel tabs. Due to the see-through finish, the heel tab’s usual details are more...

First seen in late October 2021, the CLOT x Air Jordan 5 Low is finally set to (re)release on Friday, May 20th. Inspired by the Far East, Edison Chen’s latest Jumpman-branded collaboration indulges in a clean “Black,” “Classic Jade” and “Fire Red” color palette. Textured uppers mostly boasts in a pitch-dark tone that allows for any and all contrasting hues and details to revel that much more in the spotlight. CLOT’s logo makes its way across the retro (and its packaging), while a number of heritage-driven touches land throughout the low-top Jordan 5‘s upper and sole unit.

The abundance of culture and tradition in Louisiana has served Jordan Brand well in regards to creating fun and exciting concepts around Zion Williamson’s special edition footwear. From the muddy waters to the spooky deities, the South has made its way onto Jordan Zion footwear — and it certainly does so on this upcoming Jordan Zion 2 signature shoe.

The Nike Dunk Low‘s strongest releases are often its simplest, which is why the “Panda” has become so popular in recent years. And while it may not be quite as versatile as said black and white pair, this orange suede option surely belongs in the same class.

The Nike Air More Uptempo may not be celebrating a milestone anniversary this year, but it continues to play an important role within the brand’s retro efforts. Recently, the Scottie Pippen-associated silhouette emerged in a classic mix of white, red and blue colors, perhaps inspired by the American Basketball Association and National Basketball Association’s primary colors. The majority of the pair’s upper and sole unit opt for a “colorless” arrangement that allows for the slightest contrast to pop that much more. Profile “AIR” lettering is bordered by rich ruby-colored flair, while swooshes at the toe and spine deviate in an equally eye-catching blue tone. Air Max units underfoot keep things simple, allowing for details like the two-tone basketball logo at the spine to steal the show.

Thirty-five years after its inception, the Air Trainer 1 is getting some proper due from the brand. Not to say that Nike hasn’t re-released this Tinker Hatfield classic in the past, but it’s officially part of the conversation as Nike recognized its importance through a special SNKRS Live episode on May 12th.

As the Nike Dunk Low continues to top wish-lists everywhere, the Oregon-based company has capitalized on the shoe’s popularity to promote its sustainable efforts. Recently, the late Peter Moore’s 1985 design appeared in a straightforward, two-tone color combination seemingly inspired by spring. “White” leather sets the stage for a compelling “Lilac” hue that animates overlays around the toe, along the tongue and across the heel. “NIKE” and swoosh branding on the tongue label and profiles, respectively, also indulge in the light purple tone, further expanding the Nike Dunk‘s iconic roster of styles. Underfoot, the Air Jordan 1-reminiscent sole unit keeps things as simple as the upper, with tread boasting the titular “Lilac” color, all while helping the Swoosh with its eco-friendly efforts (outsoles are made from recycled material).

Although the Nike Cortez doesn’t enjoy the same type of hype that other decades-old sneakers do, the silhouette celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2022. To celebrate, the Swoosh has tapped a handful of high-profile collaborators to rework the ever-important silhouette from 1972. Recently, a greyscale pair by sacai has...

In 2008, Concepts began one of the greatest sneaker sagas in history with the release of the Lobster Dunks – a shop collaboration that elevated the standards in terms of packaging and storytelling. A year later, they followed it up with the blue lobster, an homage to the insanely rare pigment of the crustacean. Nike SB honored the overall execution of the project with an infinitely rare Yellow Lobster Dunk, a project executed by the late Sandy Bodecker.

As the Nike Air Force 1 Mid continues to help Bruce Kilgore’s original design celebrate its 40th anniversary, the silhouette keeps experimenting with color palettes and blocking, as well as the iconic blueprint established in 1982. Recently, the oft-ridiculed trim appeared in one of its more experimental ensembles of...

Among the many silhouettes added to the “Terrascape” family, the modified Air Max Plus is easily one of the most compelling, as the shoe’s signature fixtures play extremely well with the themes of the collection. And after a series of departures, the model is finally returning, this time in a new, sand-dressed colorway.

With Chris Gibbs at the helm, Union LA has produced some of the most compelling collaborations the Nike umbrella has ever seen. Their Air Jordan 1, for example, was quickly pronounced one of the best releases of 2018 and even years beyond that. And while the subsequent Air Jordan 4s and Air Jordan 2s were divisive at first, the praise for them gradually loudened to a decent roar.

While Jason Kidd never had a true signature shoe with Nike, the Zoom Flight 95 comes closest to be called his own. The all-time great PG and current Dallas Mavs head coach performed his on-court wizardry in the Zoom Flight 95, with colorways specifically released to match the blue and green Mavericks colors at the time. Now that the Zoom Flight 95 is back at retail, Nike has created a new colorway that suggests a connection with the former superstar athlete.

The Nike Air Griffey Max 1 has been dressed a number of ways since its return, celebrating everything from beloved OG colorways to the legendary Jackie Robinson. And here, the silhouette’s list of homages grows by one more, as it uses gradient prints and bright colors to honor the City of Angels.

The Air Jordan 11 CMFT Low doesn’t garner quite as much buzz as its taller, mid-top counterpart, but it does drop a steady stream of colorways throughout the year. Here, the silhouette is moving away from the “Concord” and “Win Like 96” inspired make-ups for a White and Silver look far more simple.

In the many years past, the Swoosh has used N7 as a vehicle to celebrate the rich culture of Native American and Indigenous communities. And joining the Free Crater Trail Moc and Air Force 1 — which were revealed earlier in 2022 — is none other than the Air Max 95, which opts for an entirely different design and colorway.

Back in 2013, when adidas Y-3 was still just a teenager, the Qasa took fashion and sneaker culture by storm, quickly becoming one of the line-up’s most popular offerings. The shoe effectively defined an entire sub-genre of style, which has since evolved to become the techwear aesthetic beloved today.

The Nike Air Max Plus continues to be overshadowed by other pairs cushioned with visible Air, but it isn’t stopping its retro run. Recently, the Sean McDowell-designed silhouette emerged in a spring-appropriate medley, with shades of white taking over most of the upper and sole unit. Tops of the tongue and spine areas deviate from their muted surroundings in an eye-catching, nature-reminiscent green. Air Max and Tuned Air units underfoot follow suit, as does profile swoosh branding. Together, the aforementioned components create a compelling ensemble that expands the original Air Max Plus‘ catalog of styles.