Archive for August 5th, 2009
The latest from Alife has begun to hit retailers with the release of the first wave of their Fall 2009 Collection. Featuring an assortment of their most popular models, the NYC based streetwear company has toned down their bold use of color for a look more suited to the cooler autumn weather. The use of...
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It’s no secret that sneakerhead circles everywhere often place a large emphasis on continuity and adherence to a proven model when pondering what the next purchase is going to be. A brand’s fan base often fluctuates in response to decisions such as whether or not to use the same material on a future retro version...
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Lately, Vans has been reaching into its extensive archives for inspiration and the occasional re-issue. Earlier this summer, we previewed the Fall 2009 collection known as the "Off The Wall Pack," which is an impressive package of re-issues from some of the company's earliest sneakers. The pack includes Slip-Ons, Eras, Old Skool '77s and Mid...
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Eloquently re-crafting a masterpiece, Nike twists a hint of simplicity into the design of the new Nike Blazer Supreme Mid TZ. The focal point, of course, is the perforated outline of their trademark Swoosh, replacing the standard stitched-on insignia. This isn't the first time Nike's used an abridged version of the world famous symbol, a...
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As almost everybody has realized by now, Jordan Brand is meshing their classic numbered sneakers with the iconic Air Force 1 as part of their 'hate it or love it' Air Jordan Fusion line. The latest sneaker to receive the aforementioned treatment is the Air Jordan 13 (XIII). This colorway of the AJF13 hosts a...
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Shoe York did a photo shoot of Spur Sniper Seven's collection of Air Jordan 5-V Player Exclusives (PE). One of the most exciting parts of the shoot was seeing 5 pairs of Shawn Marion Air Jordan V Player Exclusives. These pairs were never worn by Marion in a game, since he never signed with Jordan....
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The Bo Jackson love continues as yet another model inspired by the multi-sport athlete hits Nike retailers. Previewed last month, the model cites Jackson's days as a Los Angeles Raider, the colorway featuring a Black Nubuck upper and Metallic Silver accents. Similar to the Tecmo Bo Air Trainer 1 and Tecmo Bo Blazer Mid, pixels...
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