Travis Scott Returns With Nike Air Max 1 and Air Trainer 1 Collabs In This Week's Best Footwear Drops
Salehe Bembury’s new Crocs Pollex Clogs, the Hello Kitty x Nike Air Presto and more are also dropping.
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The long Memorial Day Weekend is encroaching here in the US and over the next seven days, the most renowned sportswear companies are looking to kick off the unofficial commencement of the Summer season with a slate of sneaker heat. Getting in on the action this week is Nike, Jordan Brand, New Balance and more, all of which have been chef-ing up hot-ticket collaborations and coveted GRs. But before we run through this week’s best footwear drops, let’s first summarize what went down in the sneaker world last week.
HYPEBEAST‘s latest installment of Sole Mates featured a conversation with ABS-NOISE — a graffiti artist based in China who told his story about his love for the Air Force 1. On the news front, Nike made a major splash in the world of streetwear culture as it teamed with Louis Vuitton to open an exquisite exhibition devoted to the 47 colorways that Virgil Abloh designed. In addition, we also captured a closer look at Drake’s upcoming NOCTA x Nike Hot Step Air Terra colorways, Skate Like a Girl’s SB Dunk Low collab and Billie Eilish’s next Air Force 1 Low offering.
Last week also appeared to be a battle of the crossover collaborations because adidas and Balenciaga took over the NYSE to showcase and release its newest apparel and footwear collaboration. News also broke out that Y-3 plans to reissue the ever-classic Qasa High, Beyoncé and adidas plan to launch a new IVY PARK “Super Sleek” sneaker and Kanye’s adidas YEEZY BOOST 350 V2 CMPCT “Slate Carbon” was unveiled.
Other major moments included the official reveal of the Air Jordan 6 “Red Oreo,” Sneaker Politics’ ASICS GEL-LYTE III “Always Ready” team-up, Ibn Jasper and Converse’s racing-inspired One Star Ox capsule, and Imran Potato’s collaboration capsule with Vault by Vans.
Now that you’re all caught up with the latest in sneakers, go ahead and dive into the best drops of the week here below. When you conclude with those, be sure to check out the HBX store.
Salehe Bembury x Crocs Pollex Clog
Extra Butter
Extra Butter
Release Date: May 24
Release Price: $85 USD
Where to Buy: Crocs and Extra Butter
Why You Should Cop: Crocs have never been as hyped as they are now, and Salehe Bembury has undoubtedly given the brand a substantial boost since dropping his first set of Crocs Pollex Clogs. After dropping his first batch back in December 2021, the talented designer is now giving his fans a shot to cop three more colorways: “Urchin,” “Crocodile” and “Stratus.” Each monochromatic colorway is intricately molded with dramatic concave ridges to mimic a fingerprint.
Air Jordan 1 High ”Heritage”
Shoe Palace
Shoe Palace
Shoe Palace
Release Date: May 25
Release Price: $170 USD
Where to Buy: SNKRS and Shoe Palace
Why You Should Cop: Chicago Bulls colors and the Air Jordan 1 are a match made in heaven, and anytime Jordan Brand brings these elements together it’s surely going to turn some heads. That’s exactly the case for the Air Jordan 1 High “Heritage” which reimagines the classic red, white and black color schemes to honor the rich history of the six-time champion. white.
Union x Air Jordan 2 ”Grey Fog”
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: May 26
Release Price: $225 USD
Where to Buy: SNKRS
Why You Should Cop: Sneaker collaborations that involve Union LA have become extremely difficult to cop due to the high demand and extremely limited supply. The LA based retailer encountered difficulty fighting off bots for its online launch and left people pouting about not being able to cop the shoes, but thankfully the Air Jordan 2 “Grey Fog” iteration is being released through the SNKRS app. Make sure to set your alarms because this will be the last chance that you can buy theme at retail price.
New Balance MADE IN USA 990v3 “Sea Salt”
New Balance
New Balance
New Balance
Release Date: May 26
Release Price: $210 USD
Where to Buy: New Balance
Why You Should Cop: Now that Teddy Santis serves as a creative director for New Balance, it’s only right that he implements his eye for minimalistic design into its lifestyle category. On the footwear side, his newest New Balance MADE IN USA 990v3 “Sea Salt” is gearing up for its official debut. The color palette is formed with heavy “dad shoe” vibes as most of the real estate is covered in white, but subtle touches such as the creamy midsole panel and red tongue branding give the kicks some sporty edge.
Hello Kitty x Nike Air Presto
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: May 26
Release Price: $140 USD
Where to Buy: Sneaker Politics and BAIT
Why You Should Cop: After being partially realized in 2004 as a friends and family exclusive, the elusive Hello Kitty x Nike Air Presto is finally being dropped off to the masses. The playful colorway is replete with striking details such as the all-over logos, heel pieces that are styled to channel the iconic character and insoles that bear graphics related to a Sanrio world.
Travis Scott x Nike Air Trainer 1 “CACT.US CORP”
Nike
Nike
Nike
Nike
Nike
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: May 27
Release Price: $160 USD
Where to Buy: SNKRS
Why You Should Cop: With Travis Scott back into the public light, he’s determining to pick up right where he left off with his footwear collaborations alongside Nike. Up next for the Houston rapper is his anticipated Nike Air Trainer 1 “CACT.US CORP” which is set to drop in “Archaeo Brown” and “Grey Haze” colorways. The shoes are equipped with heel zippers, reversed medial Swooshes and protective shrouds that fasten to the various bolts on the base layers.
Travis Scott x Nike Air Max 1 “CACT.US CORP”
Livestock
Livestock
Release Date: May 27
Release Price: $150 USD
Where to Buy: SNKRS and Livestock
Why You Should Cop: Now that the smoke has slightly cleared in regards to the tragic Astroworld Festival, Travis Scott and Nike has proceeded to continue dropping his collaborative sneakers and apparel. Next on their agenda is the Cactus Jack artist’s Nike Air Max 1 “CACT.US CORP” makeups which will be launching in “Brown” and “Gold” color schemes. Scott brings his signature reversed Swooshes to the table here again on the lateral walls, fits the tongues with his new logo and the right heels with a Cactus Jack banner.
Air Jordan 5 “Regal Pink”
Sneaker Politics
Sneaker Politics
Release Date: May 27
Release Price: $210 USD
Where to Buy: SNKRS and Sneaker Politics
Why You Should Cop: The celebrations of Easter are now behind us, but Jordan Brand appears to be holding on to the essence of the religious holiday with its newest Air Jordan 5 “Regal Pink.” Its titular tone takes shape across the most of the upper while teal and lilac accents play supportive roles and further pronounce its Spring-friendly personality.
New Balance Vision Racer “Sunset Pack”
New Balance
New Balance
New Balance
New Balance
New Balance
Release Date: May 27
Release Price: $150 USD
Where to Buy: New Balance
Why You Should Cop: Footwear collaborations haven’t been a priority for Jaden Smith in 2022 thus far, but he’s ready push the tempo again for his signature New Balance Vision Racer. Up next for the talented actor, musician and designer is the “Sunset Pack” which features two colorways that integrate purple and pink gradient accents that are emblematic of his album covers.
Air Jordan 5 “Green Bean”
Nike
Nike
Nike
Release Date: May 28
Release Price: $200 USD
Where to Buy: SNKRS
Why You Should Cop: Jordan heads that were around in 2006 will most certainly remember the moment that the Air Jordan 5 “Green Bean” had when it debuted that year. And for nostalgic purposes, MJ’s sportswear brand has decided to bring the iconic colorway back with all of its original design cues. Everything from the reflective uppers to the spikes and interior lining’s dripped in its nominal hue are back.
