NIKE "Pedob-Airs"

If you thought YaoKustoms' ‘Just Did It’ Tiger Woods Supra High Tops were rather controversial, wait until you see this trendy new pair of Nike sneakers.

Does it get any more offensive than Pedobear, the mascot that has become synonymous with creepy pedophiles everywhere? The innocent looking grizzly's latest appearance comes on this interesting piece of footwear created by the American-based sportswear giants.

As for the name of these shoes, for now we'll call them the Nike Pedob-Airs. Via Total Pro Sports
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Nike Zoom Lebron VI - Stewie Griffin – Unreleased Sample

With a will to kill and an absurd power to actually accomplish it, Stewie Griffin might be the most formidable toddler on the planet, albeit he’s just a greation of Seth MacFarlane’s “Family Guy”. The son of Peter and Lois Griffin has made his way through space and time (Stewie had built a time machine and traveled back in time to World War II and hilarity and chaos ensued), and has now landed on quite an unlikely yet not utterly surprising partner, the Nike Zoom Lebron VI.

Absolutely animated and dressed in Stewie’s signature overall,s the Lebron VI are cell shaded and feature deep black outlines that are stylistically Family Guy. The toe portion of the shoe is dressed in Stewie’s yellow shirt and matching red overalls, and the blue accents on the midsoles are derived from his shoes. While these kicks are definitely awesome and ready for play (or ready to kill, as Stewie was born to do), these are unreleased samples and might never make it to the racks. So, for those who do love a good pair of pop-culture inspired kicks, enjoy the photos! via: SN/Kenlu/ Words by Emily for Freshness
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Nike Air Attack Collection

Nike’s forthcoming Air Attack Collection consists thus far of 6 air cushioning models including the Air Max 1, Air Maxim 1, Air Max 95, Air Max 2009+, Air Max 24-7 and Air Max Tailwind 2010+. The limited edition selection is set to boasts Nikes Air-unit technology and features bright and bold block-colourways. The entire collection is scheduled to drop at both the Nike store Hong Kong and select retailers on April 23. Via Hypebeast. Words by Alex Milner

Nike x G.I. Joe Pack - Alpholution - Cobra Commander Edition

Nike x G.I. Joe Pack - Alpholution - Cobra Commander Edition. Fashioned in a red, navy, and grey color combination, the sneaker is reminiscent of the enigmatic masked leader of Cobra who roll his “s” as he speaks with a raspy voice. The designers at Nike also took into account the materials used on this particular footwear by incorporating snake-skin pattern leather interlaced with breathable mesh. Grey overlays wrapped across and around the sneaker’s frame. The overlays are also reflective, which create an eerie appearance when light is shine upon it. On the tongue is the emblem of the Cobra. No word on the official release date, though many suspect it to be near the movie debut in August of this year.

Video: Kanye West for Louis Vuitton

Nike Sportswear 2010 Spring Air Max Triax ‘94

In a very early look into Nike Sportswear’s 2010 offerings, the Air Max Triax ‘94 appears on the radar in a new retro from Nike. The tongues on this particular pack includes a series of crests which include FC Barcelona (seen also on a Blazer High a little while back) among two other versions for a total of three designs.

Lebron James 2009 MVP of the NBA

Having been unanimously voted in as this season’s Most Valuable Player in the National Basketball League, Nike is paying homage to King James with a special MVP edition of The Six Witness. The shoe features characteristics such as “triple-stitched lateral stability rand and swoosh come in a polished black look, while the collar, forefoot and heel straps get the Witness treatment in bold black letters.” A special t-shirt was also created on a similar note with some bold typeface on the chest. The shoes and shirt will be available at House of Hoops retailers and Nikestore.com.

Air Jordan 5 “Toro Bravo” Pack

The latest Air Jordan multi-shoe pack will release late this month month under the theme of “Toro Bravo”. Featuring two versions of the Air Jordan V, the shoe is inspired by a special and heralded species of bull which is bred for the Running of the Bulls event in Pamplona, Spain. The black version is inspired by “both the Toro Bravo, known for its aggressiveness, strength, vigor and intelligence, and Michael Jordan’s basketball career, which exemplified these qualities and more.” On the other hand the red version “represents the passion, inspired by MJ’s drive for the game and taking its color from the red bandannas runners in Pamplona wear.” A special custom-box set featuring the menacing eyes of a red-eye’d pull peering through a crate keeps in line with the shoe’s concept at hand. The Toro Bravo pack is set for a May 30th release.

Source:Hypebeast by Eugene Kan, May 1, 2009

Stussy x Undefeated x realmad HECTIC “Full Metallic Jacket” New Balance MT580

The hoopla (or Hoobala) surrounding the three headed collaboration project between Stussy, UNDFTD, and realmad HECTIC continues as we get a closer look into the collection. The lineup, consisting of three MT580 New Balance models, pair up a flashy metallic finish amongst several interesting details which include gradient midsoles, camouflage lining, and personalized lace locks. A release is scheduled for April 29th at Undefeated Japan Stores. Via Hypebeast

Playboy Sneaker Feature

Playboy Magazine has published a sneaker feature, entitled “Hot Chicks, Cool Kicks”. If this photoshoot proofs one thing - that in certain situations in life it just does not matter what sneakers you are wearing. Its also great seeing how some sneakers clearly look much better in this shoot than in others. Via highsnobiety
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Nike Air Classic BW Red/Black/White Colorway

Nike officially drops a new colorway in their Classic BW Series which initially made its debut back in 1991. The sneakers still maintain their nostalgic value with a clean color scheme similar to that of the iconic Violet makeup instead replaced by vibrant red accenting on a black/white backdrop.

Nike Air Max ST Retro

Originally released in 1992 within an era that saw a multitude of iconic running silhouettes, the ST featured a clean look coupled with the brands trademark Air and Footbridge technologies. Bringing back those nostalgic efforts we get a look into an old school colorway making itself available to store shelves this season. Amongst this original version will be various other early 90’s inspired color choices.

24Kilates x mita x New Balance MT576S

Forming a Spanish-Japanese connection, New Balance becomes the focal point of two popular shops in 24Kilates of Spain and mita of Japan. The co-branded shoe at hand is the rarely seen MT576S, a derivative of the recognizable cult-classic MT580 as they share the same mid and outsole. The shoe’s upper as the name implies is derived from the 576 in a combination leather and patent upper with hits of red and blue. The shoe releases on March 20th at mita. Via Hypebeast

Nike RT1 - Black - Red

One of the most talked about new shoes from Nike Sportswear’s Summer 2009 Collection has been the Nike RT1, which some might call the “Un-Yeezy” due to it’s similarities with the Nike x Kanye West Air Yeezy sneaker. While the Nike RT1 might share some similar features to it’s silhouette as the Air Yeezy the shoe is built on a completely different midsole and outsole and additionally does not feature the midfoot strap that the Yeezy has. Additionally some good news about the RT1 is that it only retails for $95 USD and this first colorway in Black and Red will be hitting Nike Sportswear retailers in April. via Sneaker News/ Freshness

Kanye West X LV sneakers

New leaks of Kanye West’s upcoming collection with Louis Vuitton are seen here as the previously shown styles are in new colorways. The Velcro’d up mid is seen with ankle and mid-foot straps with tassel’d laces. The Velcro-joints also share the thick cushioned heel. Available starting June of 2009. via Hypebeast

Nike Air Yeezy to release Spring 2009

The Nike Air Yeezy will release in Spring 2009. Three colorways will be available. The first in April 2009 will be the Zen Grey/LT Charcoal color way, followed this will be followed in May by a Black/Black version, and in June with the final Net/Net color way.
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UNDFTD x Neil Leifer - Billboard Project Ver. 21

UNDFTD continues their Billboard Project as another installation has just gone up on the billboard that overlooks La Brea Ave. in Los Angeles, California. This newest image comes via Neil Leifer, who has worked with UNDFTD and the Billboard Project before, the new image from Leifer is of legendary NFL Quarterback Joe Namath. If you’re in the LA area and need to do some shopping over on La Brea, where UNION, Stussy, and UNDFTD are all located, make sure you stop by and check out the billboard. via Freshness

I pass it everyday on my way home.

Wolverine Boot Heritage Collection

American workwear activist, Michael Williams, brings us some first looks at the Wolverine Boot Heritage Collection coming soon to doors near you. “Maybe there is hope for classic American brands. Wolverine, the 125+ year old boot maker, is launching a heritage collection this coming fall with a selection of boots made right in one of Wolverine’s U.S. factories…The boots are made from beautiful leather, have good detailing and are in classic shapes. I love it when a company keeps it simple and falls back on its roots for inspiration.” Via Selectism

New Balance - RC 410

New Balance brought back the 410 series, a lightweight runner from the 80’s that has had great success in Europe. Here, the suede and nylon low-profile shoe is colored with black with blue accents.

Kanye West X LV - "Louis Vuitton Dons" sneaker

Last evening Nice Kicks posted a solid red color way of the new Louis Vuitton Dons designed by the self proclaimed Louis Vuitton Don himself, Kanye West. The shoes were featured in a fashion show on the feet of the runway models, but Mr. West took a quick pick with all four colorways of the upcoming sneaker. Besides the solid red, the Louis Vuitton Dons were made in all white, beige with a black sole, and solid black.

Though the uppers of the shoes are monochromatic, a mixture of materials are anything but monotonous. Kanye opted for a mixture of rich leather, suede, and patent leather on the upper of the Louis Vuitton Dons. No release information or pricing has been made available at this point, but from checking eLuxury, prices for comparable sneakers start in the $600 range. I would assume these would be higher.