Archive for June 30th, 2009

The Return: Converse Pro Leather ’76 OX

The Pro Leather OX ‘76 “Vintage” in white/green, white/red, white/black are the pharmaceuticals Dr. Erving prescribed for my non-existent hops and marginal speed when I visited his clinic earlier today. All right, all right—only time in the gym will cure those ailments, but I digress. The premium leather uppers and weathered midsole on this batch...see more >>

Do the Right Thing Air Jordan I (1) Now Available at Retail

Now available at suggested retail price is the Air Jordan 1 (I) 'Do the Right Thing' pack. These sneakers have been one of the most anticipated Jordan 1 releases of the year. Original colorways of the first Air Jordans have been one of the most collectible shoes during the recession. As most prices of rare...see more >>

Parra x Converse Chuck Taylor High – Simply The Wurst

Parra is no new name when it comes to sneaker collaborations. The independent Holland-based artist has teamed up with Vans and Nike multiple times in the past, and we now have a look at his latest collaboration with Converse. To celebrate a BBQ event in Berlin that will take place tomorrow, Converse has called upon...see more >>

Nike Transformers II Pack – Zoom Fun Police & Zoom Sharkalaid

Today we have a first look at the Nike Transformers II Pack, which is composed of three sneakers directly inspired by the hit movie Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen. This pack is composed of the Nike Zoom Flight Club, Zoom Sharkalaid, and Zoom Fun Police, but unfortunately we only have pictures of two of the...see more >>

Top Shoes to Honor July 4th – New Balance 993

With America's Independence Day just around the corner, Sneaker Files will be paying tribute to four sneakers that successfully capture the spirit of America throughout the next few days. The first sneaker on that list is the "Made in USA" New Balance 993. As the name of the sneaker denotes, this New Balance model was...see more >>

Nike Zoom LeBron 6 (VI) Low – White / Baltic Blue – Black

Though the Nike Zoom LeBron 6 (VI) Low has not been met with the same type of success as its higher cut counterpart, Nike Basketball continues to release new colorways in the low-top ZL6. This time around, the sneaker hosts a white upper with baltic blue accents on the swoosh and tongue tag, while black...see more >>

Air Jordan Retro X (10) Chicago – 2010 Release

Months ago, rumors surfaced that the Air Jordan X (10) Chicago Bulls White/Black - Team Red would be reissuing again sometime in 2010. Grainy images of the samples have hit the 'net, and if these do release, it's readily apparent that there's a few slight differences between the "OG" and '10 update. The...see more >>

Nike 112 Family Reunion

With its grey/cement/black/neon green theme, the Nike 112 pack, designed by DJ Clark Kent, has captured the hearts of 'heads 'round the world. A photo of the collection featuring the Nike Hyperdunk and Air Force 25 Low recently surfaced with the effervescent scheme to match. What's your take on two Swoosh performance stalwarts dressed up...see more >>

Jordan CP3 III Chris Paul – Spring 2010

New Orleans Hornets point God Chris Paul will rock the third installment from his signature line, the Jordan CP3.III during the 2009-'10 season. Initially, the high performance hoops shoe will hit retail in white/black/red and black/orion blue/white. The shoe features combination patent leather/leather or leather/nubuck uppers with an exposed horizontal stitch line that runs from...see more >>

Alessandro Dell’Acqua Patent Leather Sneaker

Alessandro Dell’Acqua is another fashion designer to capitalize on the demand for luxe sneakers.  His spring 2009 collection includes a line of high and low tops.  Like Lanvin and YSL, Alessandro Dell’Acqua keeps the design style of the sneaker classic and uses embellishments (patent leather, velcro straps and hardware) to make the shoe pop.  The white leather...see more >>