January 2012
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Asics Gel Lyte Speed 2012
Perhaps the lesser known split tongue model, here’s another impressive colorway for 2012. This time the Gel Lyte Speed gets done up in mainly white with orange, navy and yellow accents. The speckled midsole and multicolored midsole really set this one off.
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New Balance 1500 Made in England
Here’s a look at two upcoming colorways for fall/winter. Done up in deep navy and forest, these buttery suede kicks are perfect for the season. Look for these to drop later this year.
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Nike Air Max 1 'Cyber'
Here’s a dope monochromatic Air Max 1. Featuring an all over canvas upper, this colorway is simple, yet vibrant.
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Asics Aqua Pack Preview
Aqua and purple always seems to work. Here’s a look at two upcoming pairs of Asics that don both colors. The Gel Lyte III goes for a black upper, while the GT II trades dark for light on its upper. Asics continues to impress in 2012 with simple colorways on classic runner silhouettes.
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UNDFTD x Stüssy x Mad Hectic x New Balance CM996
So often collabs, especially with four major brands, tend to be over with a myriad of materials, colors, and branding. This CM996 is far from overstated in a clean deep blue and goldenrod colorway. The upper is perfectly executed mix of buttery suede and mesh. This collab is really set off with simple branding on the insoles and lacelocks. Look for these at european retailers now.
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Asics Fall/Winter 2012 Preview
Yesterday we had a look at an upcoming infrared colorway of the Gel Saga II. Today we get a look at a pair of Gel Lyte III’s in a similar color scheme.
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Nike SB Zoom Stefan Janoski 'Camo'
Here’s a look at an upcoming Fall Nike SB release. This Janoski is done in an all canvas upper comprised of mainly camo with black canvas on the side panel. This is one of the few pairs of Janoski that sports a print as opposed to solid colors on the upper, which really sets these apart. Look for these at your local in the upcoming weeks.
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Asics Gel Saga II 'Infrared'
Perhaps popularized by the Air Max 90 or Jordan VI, infrared colorways never seem to fail. This Gel Saga proves to be another smooth colorway from Asics for 2012.
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December 2011
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Nike Air Flow Anthracite
Here’s a look at an upcoming murdered out colorway of the Air Flow. Usually in bright pop colors, this version has a monochromatic upper on a clean white midsole. Look for these to drop in the upcoming weeks.
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Zillion x Asics Gel Lyte III
Here is a sneak peek at what may be another collab between Zillion and Asics. Unlike the previous this features a black on black theme with white accented branding. No word on when or if these will drop.
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nonnative x New Balance CM997HNN 'Dune'
Nonnative does an earthy take on the CM997HNN. A solid mixture of leather, mesh, and suede in sand tones is popped by royal blue midsole details. Look for these at select NB retailers in late January.
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Nike Air Max 1 "Gorge Green"
Seems like the new year is going to bring in some great air maxes. This pair is done up in multiple shades of green with gorge green on the mudguard and neon on the upper. Look for these to drop at NSW retailers in January alongside some other clean AM1’s.
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Kith x Asics Gel Saga II "Mazarine Blue"
Kith ends the year on another Asics collab. Keeping with their formula, this Saga has a tonal suede upper and contrasting black midsole. These officially drop on the 29th. Where do these match up with previous kith x asics collabs?
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Nike Air Max 90 Orange/ Burgundy
It’s hard to go wrong with simple color-blocking and proper usage of mesh, suede, and leather on a pair of 90’s. This colorway is available now at select retailers and is a definite cop for all Hokies fans.
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Mita x New Balance ML581
Along side collabs from Bodega, 24 Kilates, and Kasina, this Mita collab keeps the under-utilized ML581 super clean in off-white tones. This easy colorway could be a great addition for the summer rotation with it’s breathable mesh liner and toe box. This muted pallet has the slightest hit of color on the eyelets and branding rounding out a simple upper that sits on a chunky gum sole. ...
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Burn Rubber x New Balance 580 "Workforce Pack"
D-Town retailer Burn Rubber teams up with New Balance on another iteration of the 580. This go around, called the “Workforce Pack,” includes one white collar and one blue collar pair. Both decked out in premium materials and fairly neutral colorways, these are ready for whatever job is thrown at them. Look for these to drop sometime in the Spring.
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Mita x Reebok Insta Fury Pump
Mita puts a wild spin on the Insta Fury Pump adding leopard print to an otherwise simple black, grey, and red colorway. If you’re feeling this exotic print, these drop January 2nd.
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Nike Huarache Free
Both the original huarache runner and basketball shoes get an updated free midsole. While some are against the idea of hybrids, these two are tastefully done and maintain the light-weight ethos that embodied the original Huaraches. These hybrids look clean in original colorways and will be available at select NSW retailers on Saturday.
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Solebox x Asics
We saw the black and light blue Gel Lyte III’s and Gel Saga ll’s a while back, but here is a new teaser that features the same light blue on a grey based set of Asics. Again the Gel Lyte III and Gel Saga II’s are the silhouettes of choice. No word on which set is dropping or when. Check back with German based Solebox for more info.
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WatchCheck out New Balance’s SMU Vault
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WatchDope video from Matt Halfhill on the upcoming New Balance 1500 x Nicekicks
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Asics 2012 Preview
Here’s a look at what Asics is dropping first quarter of 2012. All these styles feature clean, simple colorways that true Asics heads will definitely appreciate. While the Gel Saga II gets some OG colorway treatment, the Gel Lyte III gets a fresh black/infrared/ grey make-up. All of these are looking good, and it seems like Asics is going to continue dropping heat through next year on...
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Nike Air Max 1 Hyperfuse "Arsenal"
Celebrating Arsenal’s 125th year anniversary, Nike has put out an extremely limited run of 25 pairs of these hyperfuse air maxes for a few lucky supporters of London side. While the shoes are simply Nike ID versions, they feature nice details like gold lace jewels that feature the famous cannon and “125” for their years as a club. The top tongue ID additional commemorates the...
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Patta x Asics Gel Saga II
This is sure to be one of the most sought after Asics collabs of the year. WIth Ronnie Fieg and Hanon dropping notable collabs, these will round out a solid year for Asics. These take after a similar color scheme as the Patta Gel Lyte III’s utilizing an assortment of quality materials on the mainly black upper. Green and red pop accents give this Saga II a familiar, yet revitalized...
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Nike Lunar Flow
The Lunar Flow gets a perf suede treatment for the holidays. Each features a tonal upper, one olive the other red. This hybrid of sorts, borrows the Air Flow upper and updates the midsole with Lunarlon cushioning. Look for these to drop at select NSW retailers soon.
November 2011
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Nike SB Zoom Stefan Janoski 4/20
This Janoski get’s done up in a colorway reminiscent of the Bonsai Hemp SB dunk low. These feature a tan suede upper, with kush green accents, and a gum sole. Look for these to drop April, just in time for the holiday.
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Nicekicks x New Balance 1500
Here’s a sneak peak of Nicekicks’ newest collab. Already teaming up with Asics and Adidas, this installment features the ever popular New Balance 1500. It appears to use a variety of greys in suede, perf suede, and mesh with highlighted red accents. Look for more info on this dope collab to drop next week.
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Air Jordan Retro IV 'Cement'
Not much needs to be said about these classics. These IV’s haven’t been reissued since ‘99 and they couldn’t drop any sooner. These are set to release February 18th.
October 2011
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Nike SB Zoom Stefan Janoski "Obsidian/ Khaki"
Nothing better than some blue suede shoes. This Janoski is done up in obsidian suede with khaki accents on the heel, swoosh, and tongue branding. As per usual this pair sits atop crispy white vulc sole. These are definitely a good look for the fall, although it’s still a shame these don’t come with leather laces like Janoski’s originally did. Look for these to drop at your...
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Atmos x Puma Clyde "Cheetah"
Atmos and Puma team up again on another Clyde. These take a very different approach from the monochromatic “Survival Pack,” sporting an all-over cheetah print. With animal prints seeming to be the new trend in lifestyle footwear, it was only a matter of time before the Clyde received the treatment. This cheetah print is really set off by premium leather accents, including the...
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Ronnie Fieg x Asics Gel Saga II
The Gel Saga II is proving to be Asics’ go-to model for next year. With Asics previewing their own colorways and a sneak peak at a Patta collab, here we have looks at two potential Ronnie Fieg collabs. The first Fieg collab, which was previewed recently, features a familiar suede tonal approach. The other, previewed a while back, utilizes a perf grey upper with red and blue accents, a...
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Hanon x Asics Gel Lyte III "Wildcats"
Inspired by the Aberdeen running team called the “Wildcats” these Gel Lyte III’s come in an impressive goldenrod and deep magenta colorway. Hanon never disappoints with a collab, and this pair surely does not. These drop October 28 and you can bet these will blow out.
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Asics Gel Saga
The Gel Saga seems to be picking up steam. After the release of two OG colorways not too long ago, it seems we can expect a few more OG colorways to drop this Spring/Summer. While it has taken a little while for Asics to catch on in the states, the prospects of clean releases like the ones above, and the potential for exceedingly hyped collab releases with the likes of Patta and Ronnie Fieg...
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Air Jordan x Pantone 284 "For the Love of the...
Here’s a dope shot of the full “For the Love of the Game” collection. The color experts at Pantone decided to use their #284 to commemorate MJ’s love of the game. Perhaps inspired by Jordan’s alma mater, this powder blue is accompanied by laser etched graphics, white soles, and black insoles on the first through twenty-third signature models. While pictures...
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Nike Air Max 90 Ocean Fog
A lot of general release 90’s don’t get a lot of love, but it’s hard to go wrong with simple colorblocking in this clean ocean fog blue colorway. Like 90’s were meant to be, these utilize mesh, suede, and leather on the upper to round out this mellow colorway. Even though these are a general release, don’t sleep. Look for these out now.
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Atmos x Puma Clyde "Survival Pack"
With udftd leading the way as of late with Clyde collabs, Atmos does their part here with two pairs perfect for fall/winter. Each done up in wool and leather, these two low tops are ideal for chilly weather. While each colorway is monochromatic, the side stripe and contrasting materials serve well to give this collab serious character. Look for these to drop at Atmos shops 10/21.
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KICKS/HI x Converse Chuck Taylor
KICKS/HI of Honolulu has been a major player in the footwear game for 10 years now. To celebrate this memorable anniversary, KICKS/HI has partnered up with Converse and put their own spin on a pair of Chucks. These feature an all over tiger camo print, with a contrasting orange liner, and branding on the inside of the tongue. Look for these to drop at KICKS/HI at an affordable $70 price...
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Adidas Crazy 8 All-Star
The Crazy 8 has been a favorite from Adidas both on and off the court with classic styling and super stable performance. With many colorways dropping of the past couple of years and more on the way, this particular colorway resonates deeply with Kobe and Crazy 8 fans alike. This colorway was reserved for the ‘97 All-Star game that pitted two of the best shooting guards of all time...
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Patta x Asics Gel Saga II
Here’s a sneak peak at the upcoming Patta x Asics collab. Having already put their own twist on the Gel Lyte III and Speed, Patta will use the recently released Gel Saga II silhouette. This colorway appears to used black perforated and texturized leather with red and green accents. These are rumored to drop in December, more info to come soon.
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Air Jordan Retro XI low
The combination of shiny patent leather and a translucent sole defines the XI. While we recently got a few pairs of the lows retro’ed, sans patent leather, this colorway set for march is sure to be a huge hit. With similar colorblocking as Columbia XI’s this version utilizes a translucent red sole with a crispy white upper and black liner. These will definitely draw some hype as...
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Diamond Supply Co. Footwear: VVS
Diamond Supply Co. has dabbled in footwear in the past, most notably their infamous Nike SB Tiffany Dunk collab. Now the guys at Diamond are doing it solo dropping their first line for Fall/Winter 2011. The standout of the collection is the VVS model. Perhaps taking design cues from Kanye’s LV Don, this low top has lifestyle appeal while still being skate-able. All three utilize a...
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Vans Vault Era LX Ostrich
The Era gets the premium treatment with two easy on the eye colorways. Both feature buttery leather uppers with contrasting accents on the liner, tongue, laces, and heal tab. The real appeal of these two makeups is the subtle use of ostrich on the tongue and heal tab, which gives both pairs an understated luxury finish. Both these are out now at Vault retailers.
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Nike Air Pegasus '92
Scheduled for Holiday, this old school runner gets done up in a clean white, black, and red colorway. The hairy suede on the upper really adds to the classic runner feel. While the last retro of the Pegasus didn’t catch a lot of buzz, this pair will definitely be a hit for vintage trainer heads.
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Undftd x Puma Clyde Coverblock
Undftd and Puma are back it. This this time around adding a rubberized toe giving this classic a chuck taylor or purcell feel. This new take on the Clyde is done up in four tonal suede colorways. Look for these to drop this Friday.
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Nike SB P-Rod 5 Lunarlon
P-Rod has dabbled with runner hybrids in the past with two previous free-rods but this iteration drops the P-Rod 5 upper on a lunarlon midsole. The simple black upper is popped by the red lunarlon midsole and matching liner. These post-skate kicks are rumored to be a hyperstrike.
September 2011
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Air Jordan Retro III Lifestyle
The III’s are often touted as the most classic Air Jordan silhouette. Known for it’s infamous elephant print and simplistic color make-ups, these two lifestyle versions take a different approach in khaki suede and navy denim colorways. The khaki cw features an entirely suede upper, while the navy features a mainly denim upper with some suede accents. Both feature a khaki and...
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Crooked Tongues X New Balance 1500
Revisiting some old colorways, Crooked Tongues x New Balance are at it again except this time with the 1500. These two colorways feature premium leather and nubuck as to be expected with a limited Made In England release. Both these iconic sneakers will drop October 15th at Crookedtongues.com and select retailers worldwide.
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Nike Air Flow
After a very limited drop this year, the rival of this old-school runner certainly caught some attention. With more colorways scheduled throughout the upcoming year, this Summer ‘12 version takes the famously plain, aquasock-esque toe to another level with a knit graphic.