Xylocopa bombylans is back for its second visit at SOLEBOX and delivers an all new silhouette to you: Asics and SOLEBOX present the SOLEBOX Gel-Lyte Runner “Blue Carpenter Bee” Part II, designed by Hikmet Sugoer for SOLEBOX.

Released last Saturday at SOLEBOX stores and on http://www.solebox.com/gel-lyte-runner-x-solebox.html

Filling Pieces partnered with global sportswear brand PUMA on a collaborative silhouette that blends both athletic and luxury footwear design. Filling Pieces worked closely with PUMA, using the mix of streetwear and high-end fashion aesthetics to reinvent the iconic Blaze of Glory silhouette.

The extremely limited PUMA x Filling Pieces Blaze of Glory is available now on FP home soil from ANSH46 and FOUR, and online at www.fillingpieces.com.

Following numerous previews of the Air Max 1 constructed in Flyknit fabrication, last week Nike officially reveals the Air Max 1 Ultra Flyknit.

After nearly three decades of legacy and culturally transforming style, the Air Max 1 takes on a new lifespan with Nike’s greatest innovation in years.

Undeniably the lightest Air Max 1 ever, the shoe’s weight and style was perfected through rounds of prototypes, helmed by the shoe’s lead designer Ben Yun. Airy with open Flyknit construction in the toe and tongue for ventilation, closed construction at the heel encapsulates the look with strategic methodology.

The Nike Air Max 1 Ultra Flyknit releases in men’s and women’s sizes and colorways starting tomorrow via Sneakerbaas and at global retailers.

Hu is the beginning of a new creative concept for Pharrell Williams and adidas. Hu represents the idea of boundless strokes of humanity. The introduction of the yellow Hu NMD is an extension of Pharrell Williams’ vision to connect all people through adidas Originals with the common line of love, passion, excitement, energy and color.

Hu = Human Being, Human Race, Human Kind, Human Species

Launching globally on July 22, the limited edition Adidas Originals Pharrell Williams Hu NMD trainers, which the singer and designer has been spotted wearing over the past few months, are yellow and black with “Human” and “Race” written on the top part of each foot.

The latest BEAMS x Reebok Insta Pump Fury Crazy collaboration revisits their 2014 collaboration which both Japanese retailer BEAMS teamed up with Reebok to celebrate the silhouette’s 20th anniversary.

For 2016, this Reebok Insta Pump Fury sports a similar color scheme as their past release that’s dubbed, “Crazy.” This pair has a more colorful tone that features a combination of Navy Royal Blue and Light Grey covering the upper, while sitting atop a White sole.

BEAMS x Reebok Insta Pump Fury “Crazy” releases on May 14th at select Reebok retail stores, including shops like INVINCIBLE.

Earlier this year, Kendrick Lamar teamed up with Reebok to release a new sneaker called the Kendrick Lamar Classic Leather. Today, he appears in a commercial for the shoe, in which he does spoken word in an empty mansion. The ad was directed by Colin Tilley, who helmed the video for “Alright.”

Adidas Originals’ vintage Samoa sneaker is back, and the credit goes to Woodie White, founder of the Oyster Holdings streetwear label.

According to Adidas, White expressed interest in reviving the 1977 silhouette with a premium finish that would “point to the future” of fashion. He worked closely with the Adidas design team to find a look that would honor the sneaker’s history particularly its popularity in the 2000s and connect with today’s aesthetic. The monotone shoes come in three different color ways: Vapour Pink, Vapour Gray and Pale Nude with matching cotton laces and truffle-accented outsoles.

The Samoa “Pigskin” pack will hit select retail stores and the Adidas Originals website on May 21.

In addition to the recent Mountain Cut in vegetable tan, the Filling Pieces Low Top is updated for this season as well, as it also receives a similar color palette.

Unlike the aforementioned pair, this iteration is comprised of a smooth nubuck upper which incorporates a series of perforations that are prominent on the toe box and graduates to the sides to increase breathability. Colored in a classic tan hue, the tone is nicely offset by a crisp white rubber sole unit.

Finished off with matching waxed cotton laces and leather lining, you can purchase this latest pair at select Filling Pieces accounts.

Reebok goes back to the block with the help of Packer Shoes on this new collaboration, which references the Phase 1’s history as a hustler’s shoe. The sneaker is updated with materials reflecting the era of its debut like black garment leather uppers and croc-embossed tongues. They’ve got some flash to them as well via the gold dubrae and dookie rope print that hits on the insoles.

The shoe makes direct reference to its original run on the back with “1985” embroidery. While this silhouette debuted in ’84, its street-level impact wasn’t fully established until the next year.

The Packer Shoes x Reebok Phase 1 Pro “Corner 85” releases at noon EST on Friday, May 13th, both in-store and online via Packer Shoes.

The Crossover x PUMA Disc Blaze Rose Red is another collaboration between Crossover and PUMA that’s a follow up to the recent released Blaze of Glory “Roses” design. This time using the PUMA Disc Blaze as the silhouette, the shoe sports an allover Black-based upper that is contrasted with Bright Red accents. The upper also includes speckled detailing along the paneling done in White, finished with Rose graphics hitting the midsole and heel.

Find this Crossover x PUMA Disc Blaze “Rose Red” collaboration to become available on May 14th, 2016 at select PUMA retail stores, including shops like Rock City Kicks.

The Pharrell adidas Elastic releases includes the adidas Elastic Lace-Up and adidas Elastic Slip-On silhouettes are part of their latest collaboration that are ready for the summer.

Both models are inspired by the beach culture as part of Pharrell Williams’ Pink Beach Collection. They boast stretch patched-tape uppers and moulded nubuck heels. Both silhouettes come in a crisp white and a colorful variegated-stripe option with two sets of laces to each pair. Completing each model is Pharrell’s adidas logo on the back heels.

Expect them at select adidas Originals retailers soon.

Originally launched in the early 2000s as a performance runner, the Nike Mayfly has since been transformed, featuring a premium suede upper with woven detailing for superior breathability and a unique look. The rebirth of the Mayfly continues with this appealing “Jade Glaze” colorway, offset by a Phylon midsole in contrast white and grey leather paneling at the heel.

The Nike Mayfly Woven in Jade Glaze/Summit White is available now at select retailers, including New Jersey’s Packer Shoes.

This size ASICS Gel Kayano Lavender release is the latest collaboration between Japanese brand ASICS and UK retailer size?.

Taking the classic ASICS Gel Kayano Trainer silhouette and using premium materials on this upcoming release. The shoe features a premium aesthetic to the traditional runner, opting for a soft all-over Lavender suede alongside a matching midsole and sock liner.

This limited-edition size? x ASICS Gel Kayano “Lavender” release will debut on May 6th online and in-store at size? locations.

Jordan Brand brings back the “Green Glow” colorway of the Air Jordan 4 to the classic Jordan 6 model. The sneaker sports a combination of cement and dark grey hues, alongside touches of mint throughout. Unfortunately, it will drop in Grade School sizes only.

The Air Jordan 6 “Green Glow” drops April 30 at select Nike retailers.

The Nike Air Huarache Ultra features a perforated foam/mesh upper and midsole-outsole combo for enhanced breathability and lightweight comfort. An elastic strap and rubber cage on the heel delivers a classic Huarache look. A fresh pair for next year’s King’s day.

Now available at select Nike Sportswear retail stores, including shops like Titolo.

Nike marks the return of the Air Max 95 in a black and a white jacquard make up. April has been a special month for the model as it received not 1 but 3 more treatments in white/baby blue, denim/rubber and navy grey pearl. This time around, the shoe sheds its traditional heavy build for a knit upper that is lighter, set with Flywire cables for stability. The black iteration sees a blacked out sole with a black and white knitted upper, whereas the white CW offers a bit more depth with a rose gold Air Unit and gray outsole.

Both pairs are equally awesome and available now at select Nike retailers such as Titolo Shop. 

Although not an OG color scheme, the Air More Uptempo is a clean pair that will launch just in time for summer 2016. Throughout is predominate white blocking while the traditional large ‘AIR’ is plastered across the side. The final detail is the added gum on the outsole.

The ‘White Gum’ Nike Air More Uptempo are set to debut at Nike Sportswear accounts on July 20th, 2016.

Following a Racer Blue offering, the Nike Air Max 1 Ultra is introduced in another colorway appropriate for the spring/summer season.

Flaunting a combination of black and clear jade across its breathable mesh and synthetic upper, the punctuating tone is also evident on the inner lining to pronounce its design even more. All resting atop a clean white sole unit with its signature air bubble component in the heel, additional touches are white are seen on the miniature Swoosh branding across its forefoot, tongue label and top eyelets.

You can purchase a pair at Nike retailers now.

Nike has continued on recreating its classic sneakers, this time with the Air Max 90. The Nike essential has been taken up a notch replacing its signature mudguard with woven leather. The leather finish and woven features take the normally sporty sneaker into a more lavish shoe. There is also the subtle difference in where the Swoosh is located. All around it definitely takes the Air Max 90 to a new level.

Three pairs of the Nike Air Max 90 Woven will release on April 28th, 2016 at Nike Sportswear retailers like Hype DC. The trio of releases include White, Black and Tan.

2016 marks the 20th anniversary of the Nike Air More Uptempo, one of the most easily recognisable basketball sneakers ever created. Worn by legendary players on and off the court, the shoe was a staple of the late 90s basketball scene. Nike has plans to release the OG black and white colorway in a wider fashion tomorrow.

Nike released the shoe last month almost out of nowhere, while a few retailers stocked the shoe in very limited supply. Nike Store will release more pairs of the famed Nike Air More Uptempo OG tomorrow!

Amsterdam-based footwear brand Filling Pieces is switching up its classic low top silhouette. The low top model now comes in a “Cut-Out” design featuring laser cut outs layered with breathable mesh. Both the white and nude colorways are made with full grain leather and come with waxed cotton shoelaces. The sneakers also come with the FP branding on the tongue and leather lining finishing the look.

You can claim yours now online and at select retailers. Check out Filling Pieces’ 2016 spring/summer collection to see what else is offered this season.

The Nike Air Tech Challenge II is up for a “Laser Cut” theme for the spring season in two colorways.

There are rumors that three colorways will eventually release of the Nike Air Tech Challenge II Laser, but only two of those colorways have surfaced. The black/white look is a conservative but versatile look, while the birch/white version is an excellent summer sneaker.

Both of these colorways are scheduled to release at Nikeretailers across the globe soon.

The Ultra Moire edition of the Nike Air Max 90 is now beginning to release in a fresh and clean all-White colorway for spring.

This Nike Air Max 90 is completely dressed in a Triple White color scheme that is built with a lightweight, perforated synthetic leather for breathability and comfort. The shoe also includes a visible Max Air heel unit for lightweight impact protection and a rubber toe and heel for durability.

The fresh pairs are available now at select Nike Sportswear retail stores, including shops like Sneaker Politics.

Strong on the throwback theme, one of our favourite brands from the 80s and 90s delves into their archives for their SS16 lookbook. The nostalgic Kappa editorial pays homage to the label’s soccer-wear heritage with a vibrant range of new pieces. When it comes to oldschool, the Italian brand is definitely on the forefront.

Check out the pictures above and watch for the collection dropping over at Kappa.com.

Japanese footwear company Asics sets forth two silhouettes inspired by Japanese Textiles. The runner ups for the pack, is the Asics Lyte III and Asics Gel Lyte V.

Both models feature unique textiles including bamboo and a nod to Japanese style indigo dyeing (Blue Pair). The pack is fitting for the upcoming spring vibes and a unique concept to add to your rotation this season.

The Asics Gel Lyte “Japanese Textile” Pack is available now at Asics retailers.

Adidas and design legend Yohji Yamamoto are set to launch a new sportswear collection for men and women, Y-3 SPORT. The new line, combining Y-3’s avant-garde fashion sensibilities with some of adidas’ industry defining technologies, is the focus for a new short film, produced in collaboration with i-D and the emerging film director Nathalie Canguilhem. The project, entitled “There Are No Rules,” channels the raw energy and high fashion references of the upcoming collection. Check out the clip below, and look for Y-3 Sport to launch April 15th through select retailers worldwide, as well as online at Y-3SPORT.com

Asics comes with some new heat. The ‘Snake Bite’ pack here features two shoes, a Gel Lyte III in black, and a Gel Lyte V in red. No worries, no snakes died in the making of these Gel Lytes as the shoes are cloaked in premium, scaled leather rather than actual snake skins.

The ASICS Gel Lyte ‘Snake Bite’ pack is exclusive to Foot Locker EU, and can be found at their online store from April 11.

Nike is officially bringing back the Air Griffey Max 1. Using a classic Seattle Mariners color theme this Nike Air Griffey Max 1 features Black, White, Fresh Water and Varsity Red. Black Nubuck lands on the mudguard as well as the shade being used across the midsole, tongue and laces. Fresh Water Green is seen through the base and sole.

The ‘Freshwater’ Nike Air Griffey Max 1 is scheduled to release on April 21st, 2016 at Nike Sportswear retailers.

The Nike Flyknit Racer “Indigo” is the newest colorway to release from one of the favorite runners that’s known of its incredibly lightweight, precise fit and responsive Nike Zoom Air cushioning. Dressed in a Game Royal, Black, and Pink Flash color scheme. The newest Nike Flyknit Racer is inspired by the early morning glow of a sunrise run. The shoe is built with a seamless knit upper that offers an ever-changing effect.

Look for the Nike Flyknit Racer Indigo that was released yesterday, April 8th at select Nike Sportswear retail stores, including Nike.com.

Jordan Brand is getting ready to release one of the most premium versions of the popular Air Jordan 4 Retro yet. The Air Jordan 4 Pinnacle comes with an all-black upper, made up of premium leather, reptile skin and pony hair. The result is a luxurious version of the iconic basketball shoe, sitting on a clean black midsole and contrasting white outer sole. Studs have been added to the heel flap, adding even more details to the sneaker. Grab another detailed look at the Air Jordan 4 Pinnacle here to help you decide if the price tag is worth it, and then expect them at select Jordan Brand retailers like Sneaker Politics this last Saturday.

The S/S 2016 collection is partly influenced by Carhartt’s birthplace of Detroit. The Ghetto Palm pattern, inspired by a resilient, flowering tree native to abandoned concrete slabs made its way to the collection this season, alongside techno-influenced visuals.

Carhartt WIP’s development and expansion of the womenswear line reaches new heights for S/S 2016. This season, expect feminine details and silhouettes to frame classic Carhartt WIP staples: fresh fabrics, solid lines, and reimagined heritage prints.

The Carhartt Spring/Summer 2016 collection is now available, continuing to fuse Carhartt workwear classics with Work In Progress attitude.

Did you know there’s a World Recycle Week? No? Neither did we until we saw this Recycle Week campaign by H&M, featuring an original song by M.I.A.

On April 18, H&M is kicking off a project it calls World Recycle Week. Its goal is to collect 1,000 tons of used clothing at H&M stores worldwide, and keep them out of landfills by recycling them. Now, in a minute-long campaign ad, M.I.A. has teased the “visual content piece” she’s releasing on Monday for the initiative, as the Fader points out. The song is called “Rewear It,” according to the video description. Watch the video below.

KITH releases the final drop from its “Year V” Spring I collection. The range features four new heathered colorways of the label’s 400gsm cotton fleece pullover Williams Hoodie, alongside a selection of 59Fifty fitted caps in collaboration with New Era. Inspired by some of the most prominent MLB clubs, the hats arrive in five shades, each featuring an embroidered “K” logo.

KITH’s “Year V” Spring I, Part IV delivery is available now at KITH Manhattan, KITH Brooklyn and online at KITHNYC.com.

The Air Presto and Flyknit combine for the first time ever this spring on the Nike Air Presto Ultra Flyknit. Receiving two updates to the iconic Presto silhouette, the Flyknit construction not only goes with a higher top but also receives an updated ‘Ultra’ tooling characterized by the cored-out design we’ve seen on other Ultra models like the Air Force 1 Flyknit and Air Max 1. Preview the Flyknit Prestos in three colorways of dark blue, light blue, and all-white here.

You can look for the lightweight and breathable Air Presto Flyknit Ultra to release on May 5 at select Nike carriers and online.

As part of Nike’s exhibition, The Nature of Motion, at Milano Design Week 2016, Nike footwear design teams accepted a challenge to explore the future of natural motion by creating artistic and at times abstract footwear pieces. At the same time, NikeLab elevates the latest Nike Free innovations with the release of an exclusive iteration of the Nike Free RN Motion Flyknit to punctuate the power of sport in Milan. The two stories converge to give an inside look at how Nike’s design collective finds new solutions for athletes and how those designs come to life.
Go behind the innovation and beyond the imagination. Sometimes you have to forget the limits to set new ones.

Artist Parra recently took over Amsterdam’s Ben-G Skateshop and turned it into a pop-up store. The “Top-Up Store,” as it’s named, showcases a few of his new works, sculptures and ceramic vases, alongside a mood board-type installation which features painted skate decks and vibrant prints in collaboration with the best contributors in the field. Also on display is his clothing line for SS16 featuring parkas, coach jackets, tees, and caps. Be sure to check out the shop if you happen to be in Amsterdam.

It looks like Nike Sportswear has an upcoming “Denim” Pack in the works as we recently took a look at the Nike Air Classic BW silhouette. The upper is constructed from various styles of Indigo-dyed DENIM, but this time it is matched up with Indigo leather for a tonal look and an off-white panel to break it up and create a bit of a Selvedge feel. As a finishing touch, and to stick with the jeans aesthetic, tan accents can be seen on the tongue logo and laces. The dark blue shades of the upper continues on to the midsole, whilst the ever popular choice of a gum out sole completes the look.

Check out the official images below and look for the Nike Air Max 95 Denim Gum colorway to release later this Spring 2016 at select Nike Sportswear retail stores, including Nike.com.

A brand new Gel Lyte III colorway is on the way, and you will actually be able to pick it up this weekend. Today we take a good look at the Asics Gel Lyte III Japanese Textile.

This ASICS Gel Lyte III features a premium Okayama denim that’s dyed with Dark Indigo Wash, along with Light Tan nubuck overlays with leather Tiger stripes and a clean White midsole to finish off the unique look.

Watch for the ASICS GEL-Lyte III “Japanese Textile” when it launches tomorrow at select ASICS accounts

Supreme has once again worked with The North Face on a new collection for Spring 2016. The collection consists of a waterproof, abrasion-resistant nylon Steep Tech Hooded Jacket, Steep Tech Hooded Sweatshirt, Steep Tech Sweatpant and backpack. The original concept was actually introduced during the early 1990s, and was created by extreme skiing pioneer Scot Schmidt.

The Supreme x The North Face 2016 spring/summer Steep Tech collection launches in the Supreme NY, LA, London and Paris and online from the 7th of April 7. Supreme Japan will release from the 9th of April.

Puma has a brand new BOG pack that they’re proud to release, the Puma Blaze Of Glory Flag Pack. The new pack will feature three tonal offerings that have the model dressed in either, black, red or fresh cream.

Each version of the “Flag” Pack comes with contrasting zigzag stitch work that runs along the outer edge of the bootie sock lining, as well as down the tongue’s separation lines. The signature Trinomic outsole hides a semi-translucent multicolored design to round things off. Be sure to look out for the PUMA Blaze of Glory “Flag” Pack to drop at retailers next Friday.

Japanese fashion label United Arrows & Sons collaborate once again with ASICS.

This Gel Lyte V features a full tonal Navy-based upper that is built with a combination of suede, neoprene and includes leather detailing. Others details include a creamy off-White color hitting the inner interior and comes with an extra pair of laces.

Take a closer look at the United Arrows ASICS Gel Lyte V collaboration below and find them available now at select ASICS Tiger retail stores, including shops like Sneaker Politics.

Beyoncé introduces fashion label IVY PARK. The name of the brand was inspired by the park where her dad used to take her as a kid and, as she said in the promo video, has become an integral part of her life and career. Ivy Park is a joint venture with Topshop owner Sir Phillip Green.

Check out the brand’s initial campaign above and teaser video below.

Look for IVY PARK to drop online and at select stockists April 14.

Introducing the NikeLab Air Max 98 x Supreme.

From the era that birthed a local skate institution on Lafayette St., the Air Max 98 returns boasting Supreme’s signature colors. The World Famous brand also implements 360-degree reflective piping above patent leather and a color blocking scheme never before used on the Air Max 98, revamping the shoe through a modern design lens.

Still no word yet on a release date, but you can be on the lookout for Supreme’s latest NSW collaboration to arrive in the near future.

The fragment design x Nike Sock Dart SP releases from last year are making a comeback with this unexpected re-release.

So if you missed out the first time around, now’s your chance to pick up a pair.

The re-release is tomorrow at retailers such as END.

Complex‘s Sneaker Shopping series has had some great celebrities in the past. If you’re into the Sneaker Shopping series then check out the latest with Amber Rose below. Taking place at Flight Club’s Los Angeles location, Rose is joined by host Joe La Puma for a discussion upon Amber’s participation in sneaker culture growing up.

That’s right! It’s the winner of the Nike’s Vote Back contest. After the huge success back in 2006,
the atmos x Nike Air Max 1 “Elephant” will return. On Air Max Day 2017!

Keep an eye out and save some money for its re-release on next year’s Air Max Day, March 26.