A fusion of two of Tinker Hatfield’s most celebrated works, the Air Jordan x Air Max hybrid project is finally seeing the light of day. Incorporating core elements from both releases, the Comfort Max 11 features an elephant print toe box, lace hole construction of the XI, an Aix Max 1 tongue with the Jordan [...]
One of Nike’s most lightweight runners, the Nike Lunarswift+ is back. Featuring a black upper created from mesh and soft fabrics, the shoe is accented by purple and white highlights. Nike’s most technologically minded fans will be pleased to see the addition of a cream Lunarlon sole with “Fitsole” that is created to ensure a [...]
For this upcoming season, Kobe Bryant and Nike Sportswear have aligned to create ah comprehensive footwear and apparel capsule. Leading the way for apparel is a special rendition of Nike’s Destroyer varsity jacket program. Created in a simple and effective black and white color scheme, the jacket includes various nods to Kobe Bryant’s personality and [...]
Nike Sportswear presents for Spring/Summer 2011 yet another colorway of the Air Force 1 Foamposite. The “Eggplant” version comes as a collaboration with none other than Kobe Bryant, whose logo is featured on the tongue. Another nice detail is the added 3M reflective strap. The sneakers will release around the globe from February 1st.
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Following up on our recent coverage of this year’s 2011 Year of the Rabbit Air Force 1 Supreme comes a more in-depth look into the commemorative sneaker. A look at the exclusive packaging links some of the design executions with the inspirations for the sneaker. Together with an interesting material contrast, candy shaped packaging and [...]
Following up on two successful launches of the Nike Sportswear Air Force 1 Foamposite, the revolutionary Air Force 1 hybrid is slated for an upcoming release in partnership with Kobe Bryant. The high top sneaker features the same familiar one piece molded upper made of Nike’s supportive yet malleable synthetic material. References to Kobe Bryant [...]
Kobe Bryant puts his name to two Air Force 1s this season. Among them is this Air Force 1 Low. Created in the likeness of some of his previous signature models, the sneaker features a black base with purple details and a seamless molded upper.Bryant’s logo is applied to a woven tag seen on the [...]
Each season, Nike Sportswear’s NSW apparel line has pushed the boundaries of fashion and technology. Putting together a strong roster of innovative production techniques in a fashion forward approach has been one of the collection’s greatest strengths. As we set our eyes on Spring/Summer 2011, some of the outerwear pieces are highlighted. There’s no doubt [...]
Continuing their awakening of classic silhouettes, Nike brings back the Zoom Match Classic for their upcoming Spring 2011 drop. Maintaining the nuances of the original designs, the reissues keep with the minimal branding while adding the Zoom Air pockets for increased comfort. Look for the shoes to arrive in stores early next month, including Crooked [...]
Having been given a back seat to a wave of technical trainers, the Nike Air Trainer 1 has resurfaced in two new colorways for the Spring 2011 season. Featuring a predominantly leather construction the shoes are offered in black and hot lime with a mesh toe box and collar, as well as a white and [...]