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Throughout the year, Nike has been re-releasing a number of new Air Jordan sneakers in the lead up the the brand’s 40th anniversary in 2025. If you ever wanted to pick up a new pair of Jordans, now is the best time to shop — especially since drops come in new styles and colorways.
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Retailing for $190 at nike.com, the lightweight Nike Air Jordan 11 Retro Low “diffused blue” sneakers — which were originally released in high tops in 1995 — are designed for playing basketball and for everyday casual use, thanks to their strong lines and iconic silhouette.
The uppers of the sneakers are made from a blend of genuine and synthetic leather for shape and durability, while they even have a strip of premium diffused blue leather running around their toe caps to round out the style of the shoes.
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Nike Air Jordan 11 Retro Low “Diffused Blue”
Additionally, they also feature the iconic “Jumpman” logo on the back of each heel with a “hidden” No. 23 placed just above the logos. The design and silhouette are iconic, while the style of the sneakers are very late ’90s basketball — one of Michael Jordan‘s most poplar shoes. Plus, these sneakers come in a white, diffused blue, football grey and midnight navy colorway.
Meanwhile, if you want more from Nike, the sports and fashion apparel company also dropped new Air Jordan 6 Retro “Reverse Oreo” sneakers, as well as new Team USA Air Max men’s sneakers for the Summer Olympics, a pair of new men’s slides and a new mini-crossbody for smartphones.
The Nike Air Jordan 11 Retro Low “Diffused Blue” sneakers are come in men’s and women’s sizes for $190 at nike.com.
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We still have a while to go before Nike finally releases the coveted “Galaxy” Nike Air Foamposite Ones, but until that release date rolls around in 2025, Nike is once again steadily building hype around the Foamposites and to do so have recruited Wale to promote their latest exclusive edition to the classic silhouette.
According to Sneaker News, Nike is releasing a “DMV” exclusive version of their Air Foamposite Ones, and to help create some buzz around the drop they got Wale to star in their campaign commercial, which hit social media yesterday (Aug. 19). One of the Hip-Hop game’s most well-known sneakerheads, Wale, stunts in a pair of the rose-colored Foams while we watch a collage of scenes, which showcase what life is like in the DC/Maryland/Virginia (DMV) area where other people in the community are blessed with a pair of their own.
Per Sneaker News:
In addition to playing a role in the marketing promo around the shoe, Wale is also conducting a special giveaway that looks to reward the most loyal Foamposite fanatics. To enter, submit a photo of yourself wearing your favorite Foamposites HERE. The giveaway is in partnership with his music label UMG and not via Nike.
Although Wale has never released an official collaboration with Nike, he has been relied on as an unofficial “first look” source. As mentioned earlier, Wale would often be spotted in upcoming Nike footwear as he wears the standard sample size 9. Although the rapper’s tastes in shoes ranged across all categories, his affinity for Nike Trainers, Foamposites, and classic Nike Basketball was the most apparent.
If you want a pair, you might want to enter the giveaway as these sneakers are going to be releasing exclusively at retail stores around the DMV area. So good luck getting a pair.
Check out the promotional clip for the new “DMV” Nike Air Foamposites, and let us know if you’ll be trying to snag a pair in the comments section below.
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Whether you’re sprinting to your next class, standing in line for coffee or strolling across the quad with friends, the right pair of shoes can make all the difference. But finding the right footwear can be challenging. To make it easier for you, we’ve put together a list of five comfortable sneakers to wear back to school.
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For those looking to replicate celebrity looks, you might want to consider getting Rihanna’s Fenty x Puma Creeper Phatty sneakers to channel a fresh and youthful look. If you’re looking to add more variation into your wardrobe, Nike, Lululemon, Puma and S Sport by Sketchers have designs that are great for walking through campus.
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Nike Dunk Low Women’s Sneakers
If you’re looking to upgrade your sneaker collection, consider these Nike Dunk Low Women’s Sneakers. You can find these sneakers in eight different colors from pink to teal. You can also design and customize your own pair. All you need to do is click on the “Design Your Own” button.
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Lululemon Cityverse Women’s Sneakers
These Lululemon Cityverse sneakers provide 3D-moulded support and cushioning, so you’ll feel supported wherever you go. You can get it in Lemon Chiffon, White, Raw Linen and Jade Whisper. As one Lululemon customer pointed out, “These shoes are so comfortable and great for my wide feet.”
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Puma Mayze Sunflower Embroidery Sneakers
For those looking for a standout piece, add these cute Puma Maize Sunflower Embroidery Sneakers to your cart. With its trendy platform and sunflower designs, this is one you won’t want to take off. It’s available in sizes 5.5 to 11.
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Nike Air Max 90
These Nike Air Max 90 sneakers is not only a great back-to-school option, they’ll look fresh in fall. If you use code FALL25, you can get up to an extra 25% off. The shoe is available in eight different color combinations.
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Let’s be honest: We all need a pair of shoes that make our lives easier. These pull-on S Sport by Sketchers provides ultimate comfort. With its easy slip-on casual style, you’ll be ready to go about your day. All you need to do is slip and slide your feet in. It’s available in sizes 5.5 to 12.
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Japanese electronics company Roland manufactured the TR-808 Rhythm Composer drum machine — aka the 808 — in 1980. This iconic rhythm machine was instrumental (no pun intended) in the development of hip-hop, R&B, rock and dance music throughout the decade and beyond, including on hit songs such as “It’s Tricky” by Run DMC, “I Wanna Dance With Somebody” by Whitney Houston, “Psycho Killer” by Talking Heads, “Say My Name” by Destiny’s Child and others.
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And now, nearly 45 years after its release, Roland is collaborating with sports footwear and apparel company New Balance and Brazilian pro skater Tiago Lemos on the new NB Numeric Lemos 808 sneakers — which retail for $119.99 and drop on 808 Day, which is on Thursday, Aug. 8 at, 12 a.m. ET/9 p.m. PT (Wednesday, Aug. 7).
Made from suede, mesh and synthetic pigskin, the NB Numeric Tiago Lemos 808 sneakers feature the company’s “REVlite” midsole for cushioning and bounce, with round white laces for stability and security.
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Meanwhile, New Balance took inspiration from skateboarding sneakers from the late ’90s and early 2000s for style, with a black upper and pops of orange, red and white — like the 808 itself. In fact, the sneakers even come with a little 808 charm for additional flair.
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NB Numeric Tiago Lemos 808
“Hip-hop has been the soundtrack for my skating, and at the heart of many classics was the 808. To have a collaboration with the legendary Roland 808 on my shoe is an honor,” said Tiago Lemos in a press release.
Available on Thursday, Aug. 8, at 12 a.m. ET, the NB Numeric Tiago Lemos 808 sneakers come in various unisex sizes in black; a pair goes for $119.99 at New Balance.
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Back in the day it was most athletes’ dream to get a signature sneaker from the Swoosh brand, Nike, but as of late it seems like adidas has been stealing a lot of their thunder. Now, an Olympic Gold medalist seems to prefer three stripes to a swoosh, if he can have it his way.
According to Nice Kicks, Noah Lyles let the world know that he wanted his own signature shoe with adidas right after he took home the gold medal In the Paris Olympics 100-Meter sprint. Beating out Jamaica’s Kishane Thompson by just tenths of a second in a pair of adidas Y-3 track spikes, the new fastest man in the world expressed his desire for a signature sneaker with the three-stripe brand in a post-race interview.
Nice Kicks reports:
“I want my own trainer,” he said. “Dead serious… I want a sneaker. There ain’t no money in spikes. There’s money in sneakers.”
If adidas were to make Lyles a signature shoe, he’d join the history books once more, this time in the world of sneakers joining legendary Michael Johnson and Allyson Felix as the only American sprinter with a shoe.
Johnson, who released the Nike Air Zoom JST in 1998 following the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, and Felix, who left Nike and started her own footwear brand Saysh, set enough precedence for the Three Stripes to meet the demand of fans and athletes alike who aspire to performan at the highest level.
adidas would be fools to pass up this opportunity. Not only has the man earned it, but he bluntly stated he wants adidas over any other brand as his home. Not many athletes would say such a thing.
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For the past few years Nike stocks have been tumbling as the hype behind most of their releases have been tepid at best (resellers out here going broke! LOL). But with the numerous classic retro silhouettes set to release in 2025, Nike seems primed for a market comeback. Now, they’ve added another jewel to their treasure trove of drops for next year.
According to Nice Kicks, Nike is planning on re-issuing the classic and elusive “PlayStation” Air Force 1 that originally dropped in the mid 2000s in extremely limited numbers. While Air Force 1s have also seen a drop in popularity in recent years, there are a few iterations of the silhouette that hardcore sneakerheads still hold in very high regard, and this particular pair happens to be one of them.
Whether this new generation of sneakerheads will understand the allure behind the colorful patent leather, older heads will definitely be feeling nostalgic when laying eyes on these and will be hoping to snag a pair should they actually hit the digital shelves in the new year.
Per Nice Kicks:
The lore of the PS x Nike AF1 Low is transcendental across gaming culture and sneakers. The sneaker debuted in 2006 as a friends & family exclusive for the NBA’s “The Life” video game. With only 150 pairs in existence, each sneaker is numbered with a special tag on the inside.
Aside from its rarity, the PS x Nike AF1 Low was favored by many due to its gradient design, OG PS logo on the heel counter, purple lace, baby blue outsole, and eye-catching glossy patent leather upper.
Kobe was loving them joints.
The news comes after word broke that Nike would also be re-releasing the classic Air Jordan 1 “Shattered Backboards” in 2025 as well. Originally retro’d in 2015, these grails would go on to resell for over $1000 in following years as heads loved the orange and black color blocking on the Air Jordan 1s.
Between these two sneakers, along with the Air Jordan 1 “Bred,” “Galaxy” Foamposites, Air Jordan 8 “Aquas” amongst many other highly anticipated sneakers, Nike is coming for all the money in 2025, and you know what, they’re going to get it.
Which kicks are you looking forward to the most in 2025? Let us know in the comments section below.
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Weeks after Crocs revealed their latest Salehe Bembury collaboration, it’s being reported that Bembury will continue to design even more footwear attire, but for an entirely different brand.
According to GQ, Salehe Bembury has just been tapped to take his talents to Puma, where he’ll be tasked with breathing some new and stylish life into their basketball sneakers division as they’ve been struggling to get heads to take notice of their sports line for quite some time. Interestingly enough, the man won’t just be designing their next silhouettes. Apparently, he’ll also be recruiting professional talent to join the brand as he works on what they’ll be rocking on the basketball court.
Per GQ:
“Salehe has had unrivaled success of bringing to life the intersection of sport, culture and fashion through product design and storytelling,” said Max Staiger, global head of basketball for Puma. Together, the new partnership “will bring game-changing newness and excitement to basketball athletes.”
“My designs are a platform for storytelling and cultivating community; an opportunity to breathe new meaning into a product,” Bembury said in a statement. “While my work has been known to cater to the outdoor space, a space I recently developed an intimate relationship with, my partnership with Puma Hoops will allow me to tell a more deeply rooted personal story.” Bembury has spoken of his deep-rooted love of basketball that he cultivated growing up in New York City in the 1990s. “I’ve played basketball my whole life and have a deep history, emotion, and nostalgia for the sport,” he said. “I’m excited to leverage this collaboration as a catalyst to introduce an untold side of me and engage a new community.”
Man it looks like Bembury has his work cut out for him as athletes tend to gravitate towards the brands that have a Swoosh or three stripes on the side of their sneakers. Still, if you offer them a big enough bag with a dope silhouette you might be able to sway some big names to a lesser popular brand like Puma or even Under Armour.
Guess we’ll have to wait and see how this pans out and who’ll they’ll be able to sign to rock Salehe’s next creation on the court.
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Traveling to the biggest music festivals requires a few travel necessities and gear that should always be at the top of your packing list. You’ll no doubt be spending hours at the venue, which means you’ll need some comfortable footwear if you plan on making it through your list of must-see musicians.
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I recently traveled to Boom, Belgium, to attend Tomorrowland 2024 and while there were many unforgettable moments, I wouldn’t have been able to make it through the trip without a pair of supportive sneakers. I have flat feet, which means that support is essential if I want to avoid sore feet and back pain. Over the course of four days, I walked more than 45,000 steps while wearing Kizik’s Milan sneakers — and they not only felt weightless, but were so comfortable it felt like I was walking on clouds with each wear.
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Keep reading to learn more about Kizik’s comfortable sneakers, which will quickly become your new go-to pair.
Kizik Milan Nylon Slip On Sneakers
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All of Kizik’s shoes feature well thought-out construction that’s hands-free and saves time. With magazine-worthy good looks, the Milan sneaker is available in nylon or leather materials depending on your preference. I chose the neutral black and white style to make it easier to pair with casual and athleisure outfits. Outside of its fashion-forwardness, the shoe is designed to be a slip-on, featuring a bouncy heel that eliminates the need to wiggle your foot into the shoe, bend over to re-tie the laces or crush your fingers to keep the heel in place. This style can run a bit small and the brand recommends sizing up for a more comfortable fit.
Slipping the sneakers on is so easy it’s almost like magic. The heel is constructed from the brand’s HandsFree Labs technology that incorporates an internal cage that will push down as you slide in, then immediately springs back up once your foot is fully inside. There’s no need to bend down at all, which came in handy on the days when I was rushing out my hotel room to meet up with my group on time.
The laces on these Milan sneakers are reusable and can be adjusted to your needs while the upper is made from a durable nylon material that’s rip-proof and wipeable. Inside the sneaker you’ll find a cushy rabbit foam sole — AKA the secret to its lightweight comfort. In fact, these are some of the most comfortable shoes we’ve ever tested.
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I was able to wear these sneakers for nine hours a day and my feet only felt slightly tired at the very end of the night when I was leaving Tomorrowland. Wearing these shoes gave me enough energy to make it through multiple days at the festival whereas when I wore my usual sneakers (that have my orthotics inside) to Governor’s Ball in New York City, my feet were already feeling sore and tired by midday.
The insert in Kizik’s sneakers are also washable, allowing you to reuse them as much as you want. The rubber sole was also grippy enough to keep me stable as I trudged through the classic festival mud and dirt. I also couldn’t get over how similar the Milan design was to trendy Vejas sneakers, but felt more compelled to show off a pair of Kizik’s since they come with more cushioned support.
After long walks and dancing in these shoes, these will forever be the first thing I pack in my luggage especially during music festival season. When it comes to comfort and style, Kizik sneakers are unmatched.
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Just when it seemed like adidas’ popularity was dead in the water following their breakup with Kanye West and the “cancelation” of his Yeezy line (they’re still being sold randomly), they’ve found a new lifeline in a silhouette that’s currently got the streets on fire (after the Samba).
According to Highsnobiety, the Adidas “SL 72” has become the new “It” sneaker as of late and though it seemed like Adidas had a hit with their “Samba” line, the retro SL 72 running sneaker seems to be emerging as its most popular silhouette in 2024. Though Adidas has been releasing it’s remaining stock of it’s Yeezy line over the past year and change, it’s popularity never recovered thanks to Kanye’s off the wall antics and statements.
Per Highsnobiety:
LYST’s quarterly ranking of the hottest fashion brands and items reveals that adidas’ SL72 OG — a retro running shoe that has quietly charmed designers and celebrities alike — is Q2’s second-hottest product.
It’s worth noting that Hadid has also co-signed adidas’ SL72 — she even appeared in a campaign for the sneaker, though the brand apparently dropped the advertisement over backlash to Hadid’s support of Palestine. (Whether adidas’ decision will affect the popularity of the silhouette remains to be seen.)
Regardless, we’re more than happy to move on from the Samba, for reasons that may or may not have to do with Rishi Sunak.
adidas is counting its lucky stars that so many people have a craving for yesteryear’s fashion. Heck, even baggy pants are making a comeback! Who would’ve thought? Once you see rappers or singers start rocking bellbottoms on the regular, it’s a wrap.
What do y’all think about adidas SL 72 being one of the hottest kicks out on these streets? Let us know in the comments section below.
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Step into summer with style and ultimate comfort in these women’s Hoka Everyday Running Mach X sneakers. From sunrise to sunset walks, these shoes offer unparalleled support and sleek designs that complement any outfit. The Hocha Mach X has quickly become a favorite among runners and fitness enthusiasts for its speed feel, comfortable fit, and stylish look.
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Whether you’re on your feet all day or living an active lifestyle, these lightweight sneakers are a must-have addition to your wardrobe. With their high-rebound cushioning and robust midsole designed for all-day comfort, you’ll feel empowered to tackle anything that comes your way.
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You can get these sneakers in five different color combinations: White/Blue Glass, Cerise/Cloudless, Dusk/Illusion, Black/Silver (almost out of stock), and Raspberry Strawberry (running out fast). It’s available in U.S sizes 5 to 11.
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Hoka Women’s Everyday Running Mach X
If you are still on the fence on whether or not to add these shoes to your cart, check out the reviews. One Hoka customer said, “I use these as my workout and walking shoes. This is my first pair of the Mach X—but am an avid fan of Hoka. These were comfy from the start…they work for both strength and cardio training.”
For those recovering from an injury or experiencing foot pain, you might want to invest on these high-quality sneakers. Another Hoka customer said, “I wear several types of Hoka shoes and these are the best of the best. For someone like me who had major foot surgery, this really makes my feet feel better. It’s really comfortable.”
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