The adidas Nusslein is the latest retro-themed casual model to hit from the brand’s Originals division. Inspired by decades-old tennis shoes, the Nusslein is defined by a soft fabric upper, checkered inner lining, and sewn-on Stripes. The adidas Nusslein is available now at retailers worldwide in this black/white/red/gum color scheme, and it’s reasonable to expect that other colorways will follow. Via Size?.

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With a vulcanized midsole, faux croc-print, and buttery suede, the Supra Skylow 1.5 ‘Black Croc’ promotes an attitude of refined elegance in a skater-friendly format. The independent casual ballooned in 2008, and with the Skylow’s versatile black/black colorway, it’s safe to say Lil’ Wayne and his braided cronies will buy these in droves. The Supra Skylow 1.5 ‘Black Croc’ is expected to hit retailers in the coming weeks. Via Supra.

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Berlin-based boutique Solebox recently partnered up with PUMA to produce a limited version of the brand’s Trinomic-heavy R698. The shoe incorporates a white mesh middle panel and toebox and nylon upper that coordinates nicely with an ’80s inspired grey/powder blue/lilac/black color scheme. More importantly however, the collaborative effort is highlighed by light-up laces that flash when you walk. (LA Gear, anyone?) Do the right thing and cop a pair of the Solebox x PUMA R698 when they hit retailers on April 19, 2008. Via hs and Solebox.

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Chicago’s finest boutique, Leaders1354, collaborated with Reebok to produce a “Red Lines” version of the Reverse Jam Mid. The partners released a blue-striped version in November, which met wide acclaim by higher-ups from across the industry. The “Red Lines” make-up incorporates a red Vector logo, vibrantly speckled midsole, and a translucent outsole that’s offset by a map of the Chi’s subway transit system. The Red Lines “Leaders1354 Jam” will release at the new Leaders1354 store in downtown Chicago on Saturday, January 24th. Via Leaders1354.

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With its reinforced upper, lilac heel add-on, ribbed bumper, and leather toecap, the black/lilac adidas Originals adiTennis High is “bananas”, “ill”, “flavorious”, “crack”, or whatever socially-defined term we use to describe a cool looking pair of kicks in this oft-convoluted corporate shoe world. (The good folks over at adidas even managed to add a multidirectional gum outsole to the adiTennis!) The adidas Originals adiTennis High is available exclusively at NYC boutique David.Z. Via David.Z.

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New York-based fabric sourcing company and design agency DDC Lab recently partnered up with New Balance to create deconstructed versions of the brand’s timeless 420 jogger. The shoes are an amalgamation of bizarre materials, as pigskin lining, Italian suede, Wolverine Waterproof leather, and nylon Mectex PU coated metal are skillfully applied to provide fashion-friendly comfort. The DDC Lab x New Balance 420 package is available exclusively at Offspring in the United Kingdom. Via Offspring.

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California-based Vans recently released their Slip-On Collection for Spring of 2009. The laceless lowtop has become a casual staple for the skateboard brand, as the model’s understated upper and chunky vulcanized midsole work effectively with nearly any outfit. The Slip-On is now available in aqua blue, salmon, pea green, black, and pastel yellow. The Vans Spring 2009 Slip-On Collection will begin to pepper retailers in the coming weeks, so be on the alert. Via Colmilludo.

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